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Man who defended himself in High Court found guilty
Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A man who defended himself against multiple violence convictions has been found guilty on all counts.
ICI confirms $90,000 spent on Apii Takitumu ‘Guardrail Fence’
Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) has likely spent close to $90,000 to install a protective fence on Apii Takitumu grounds.
Rarotonga farmers battle over potential sludge trial
Wednesday 29 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
A meeting to discuss potential use of sludge from the new water treatment system came to an abrupt halt yesterday afternoon when tempers erupted between farmers who opposed and supported the idea.
‘Team work makes the dream work’: Potini elected Aitutaki’s Sports Association president
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Aitutaki Sports Association held it’s 2023 Annual General Meeting on March 13 to elect its executive board members.
CIFA to host Junior Primary School tournament
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) Junior Primary School tournament is set to kick off tomorrow, Wednesday, at 8:45am at the CIFA complex in Matavera.
Titikaveka Bulldogs coach steps down
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The winless Titikaveka Bulldogs have been dealt with a major blow after losing their coach Meti Noovao who stepped down last week.
Daughter, 15, beats mum to win annual women’s triathlon event
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Island Triathlon Association hosted the legendary BSP Women’s Triathlon event at the Tikioki Tri site on Saturday.
Vaipae gears up for the ‘big day’ of Te Arikianga o te Evangelia
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Family and friends from overseas have gathered in Vaipae, Aitutaki to celebrate the 200 years of ‘Te Arikianga o te Evangelia - the Arrival of the Gospel’ this week.
Kata: Brown invited to G7 summit
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Radiothon raises funds for Takuvaine Meeting House
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The village of Takuvaine gratefully received $20,550 through the efforts of a radiothon held last month to raise funds for the 200-year Arrival of the Gospel Bicentennial celebrations to Rarotonga which will be held in July.
Ultra luxury cruise ship passengers visit Rarotonga, Aitutaki
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga hosted close to 200 guests from an ultra-luxury cruise ship that visited the island over the weekend.
Hotelier releases business proposal for year-round charter flight service
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The owner of the Rarotongan Resort and Lagoonarium is calling for a year-round charter flights service in Rarotonga.
CITC ‘Pump the Beats’ for Tangi Kaara drumming competition
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Culture “is the heart” of CITC (Cook Islands Trading Corporation) and for many years the corporation has sponsored various cultural activities and events.
Schools part of Gospel 200-year Celebration: Minister
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Students from schools of Nga-Pu-Toru (Atiu, Mauke, Mitiaro) have been given approval to attend the 200 years celebration of the arrival of the Gospel.
Japan invites PM Brown to G7 summit
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands has been invited to attend the international Group of Seven (G7) summit in Hiroshima, Japan in May.
Burglars caught on CCTV camera, police investigation continues
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A recent burglary at Fave Designs in Avarua has left the owner unable to operate the store which specialises in basics, streetwear, design and garment printing services.
Panthers lead premier men’s competition after Sea Eagles win
Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers have taken the lead in the domestic 13s premier men’s competition after their 54-6 win over Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles on Saturday.
League starts Pacific Games preparation
Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports
In preparation for the Pacific Games later in the year, Cook Islands Rugby League is assembling their women’s rugby league squad today at the National Stadium in Nikao at 5pm sharp.
Ruta Mave: 27 letters of support: ‘It was God’s test and you all failed’
Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The movies are always painting these pictures of the heroic man as standing for truth, justice and honesty. We see it so often we buy into it while eating our popcorn we think it is reality. It isn’t.
Letter: Best by date products
Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Re Labour and Consumer division at Ministry of Internal Affairs. Does this still exist?
