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Nikao home damaged in second house fire in a week
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Fifteen firefighters and five fire trucks responded to a residential property fire yesterday morning behind the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Offender gets chance to turn his life around
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Court, National
A 22-year-old facing burglary and willful damage charges was handed a 12 months supervised probation sentence with first six months to be served on community service.
Kapa haka group returns to Cook Islands to heal and give thanks
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
On Tuesday night, the 2023 Te Maeva Nui International Night stage witnessed a deeply moving tribute by Aotearoa New Zealand kapa haka group Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao as they paid homage to their beloved leader, Sally-Ann “Hereana” Roberts, who tragically passed away during last year’s festival.
Sedimentation concern: Local marine biologist sounds alarm over dredging in Aitutaki harbour
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
A recent dredging operation in Aitutaki’s Arutanga Harbour has had a devastating impact on the surrounding reefs, says a local marine biologist.
Funds not lost 'in the controversy' : FIFA boss
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Football, Sports
The head of the world football’s governing body has promised funding to help develop the sport in the Cook Islands.
School holiday programme gives students hands-on experience with local resources
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The first day of the Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango school holiday programme for Rarotonga, Atiu and Mangaia kicked off yesterday morning when all 30 senior students teamed up for introductions.
Empire men win netball title
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Following the successful debut of the Men’s Netball Competition which concluded last month, Netball Cook Islands (NCI) has set its sight on the upcoming Men’s World Cup in 2024.
Dinning table: Little Poly where expectations meet reality
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
Driving past Little Polynesian Restaurant (Little Poly) in Titikaveka, I always wondered the kind of dining experience they offered. So when the opportunity came to dine at this poolside restaurant, no was not an option.
Court briefs July 27
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Court, National
On Thursday, July 27, Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams heard eight cases on the Criminal List.
Record vendors for Trade Days
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Economy, National
The Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) Trade Days Expo is proving popular, this year a record number of 84 vendors have signed up to showcase locally made products and home-grown produce.
Immigration Regulations to be reviewed: PM Brown
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
The controversial Immigration Regulations will be reviewed after a push from the Cook Islands business community who are not happy with some of the newly implemented provisions.
58th Constitution Celebrations officially open
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The 2023 Te Maeva Nui cultural festival got off to a spectacular start with the official opening ceremony which involved the lighting of Te Maeva Nui Flame by Prime Minister Mark Brown at the National Auditorium last night.
Eels, Panthers in final
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Arch-rivals and neighbours Avatiu Nikao Eels and Tupapa Panthers will feature in the Rarotonga Club 15s final this Saturday after beating Arorangi Bears and Titikaveka Bulls in the semifinals over the weekend.
Ruta Mave: Rarotonga roosters: ‘Proud by day loud by night’
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Roosters are bold and beautiful during the day, strutting around in their fancy plumage of sun kissed orange, yellow sandy creams, rich emerald greens and poignant dark ebony. Proud by day loud by night, what is the point of them? Ruta Mave explains.
Letter: Loss of sand and Motu Toa
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, With regards to Des Eggelton’s response to the Te Ipukarea Society article last Saturday (22 July 2023), “We can’t go back but we can look back and learn”, we appreciate his first-hand knowledge in correcting the incorrect statement that sand for the airport had come from Muri.
New book shines light on the life of Cook Islander Missionary in Papua New Guinea
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
A new book was presented to the Cook Islands National Library, shining light on the life of Orometua (pastor) Tumupu Kea, who lived in Papua New Guinea over a century ago, spreading the message of the Gospel.
Aitutaki accused makes surprise appearance on Rarotonga
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing cannabis charges and understood to be under strict bail conditions on Aitutaki has turned up in court on Rarotonga.
Man enters guilty plea to escaping from prison
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man has admitted his guilt in escaping from jail on Rarotonga three years ago.
Court briefs
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man has pleaded not guilty to a charge of rape.
Mum’s hope for missing teenage son
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Features, In Depth, Local, National, Weekend
A year after a 19-year-old teenager went missing after being dropped off at a bus stop on Rarotonga, his family is still hopeful of finding him.
