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Cook Islands Football embroiled in leadership dispute following ‘dismissal’ of elected president
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is embroiled in a leadership dispute following the ‘provisional dismissal’ of its elected president which the regional and international governing bodies have deemed invalid.
Pacific artists represent at Aotearoa Art Fair
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
Bergman Gallery’s New Zealand-based artists Telly Tuita, Sylvia Marsters, Raymond Sagapolutele and Benjamin Work are reconnecting with each other and with the thousands of visitors at the Aotearoa Art Fair.
LETTER: ‘Unlawful and misguided act’
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The phrase above the law describes a person who is exempt from following the rules or at least thinks he or she is exempt. Usually a person who is above the law has a very high government position or a lot of power.
‘Cyclone proof’ building for Manihiki
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Manihiki Island Council’s new building will be able to withstand major cyclones, according to the island’s mayor.
Domestic violence ‘high level of concern’
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Crime, National
Two people required medical attention after allegedly being assaulted in separate domestic violence incidents over the weekend.
Firefighters battle blazes as dry conditions persist
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Dry conditions are offering firefighters a challenge on Rarotonga with at least two blazes in recent days.
Eligibility of four voters to decide Titikaveka seat
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
Sonny Williams’ three-vote victory in the Titikaveka seat hangs in the balance, with a Court hearing underway to decide on the eligibility of four voters in the electorate.
Tasty treats added to market offerings as reorganisation plan goes to consultation
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
Punanga Nui Market has a new addition as vendors prepare to meet today to discuss the market’s reorganisation plan.
Final round of matches in open Touch competition
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The final round of the Cook Islands Touch open men and women’s division matches will be held this afternoon at the National Stadium.
Avatiu Nikao Eels ‘team to beat’
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels made a strong comeback in the second spell to beat a determined Arorangi Bears in week four of the Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition over the weekend.
RUTA MAVE: Women in the Cook Islands need to rise up for their rights
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
Sunday was children day and Wednesday is Women’s Day. When is men’s day? Everyday. Move on, writes Ruta Mave.
Mental health is everybody’s business: Te Marae Ora
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
There is mounting pressure in dealing with those at a loose end who are making their way through our court system while trying to tackle mental health issues.
Court briefs
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
February 6, 2023
‘Massive weekend of fundraising’ for Cyclone Gabrielle victims
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Dates have been set for a “massive weekend of fundraising” in Rarotonga to support victims and aid recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle in New Zealand.
Titikaveka electoral petition hearing set for three days
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
The hearing of the remaining electoral petition starts today at the High Court in Avarua, to be presided by Justice Christopher Toogood.
Bringing back millions banked in accounts offshore
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, National
The Cook Islands Government is seeking to bring back home some of the more than $30 million a year in international banking transactions.
Calling on more support for the creatives of Cook Islands
Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Entertainment, Features
Cook Islands filmmaker Mii Taokia is passionate about telling Pacific stories. He gives deputy editor Al Williams a rundown on his journey into motion pictures and what can be done to better support those who follow a life in film.
Lady Panthers undefeated
Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Lady Panthers have finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s 13s competition undefeated after a close win yesterday.
The opportunity of a lifetime: Trip through Panama Canal
Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Weekend
A Cook Islander who hitched a ride on the Anuanua Moana as it sailed from the southern United States, over rough seas in the Gulf of Mexico, and through the Panama Canal has described the voyage as akin to ‘getting a chance to go to the moon’. Joanne Holden reports.
Cordelia picks a winner in Anuanua Moana
Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Cordelia Boaza has been given the big thumbs up for naming new seabed explorer vessel “Anuanua Moana”.
