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Cook Islands represented in Pasifika Village opening in NZ
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Cook Islanders were among 1500 people who attended the momentous opening ceremony of the K’aute Pasifika Village in Aotearoa New Zealand earlier this week.
TC Irene ‘unlikely’ to affect Cook Islands
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
With Tropical Cyclone Irene affecting Vanuatu, the local weather office says the Cook Islands will not be affected at this stage.
Cooks ready to assume Forum chair
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Kiribati, National, Regional
Cook Islands Government is working closely with the outgoing Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat chair and Fiji’s prime minister Sitiveni Rabuka, and other Pacific Islands Forum Leaders to bring back Kiribati into the Forum.
Government remains mum on Air New Zealand ‘legal’ bill
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Legal fees are understood to be in excess of $250,000 as government continues to sit on a report outlining where the Revenue Management Division went wrong in the tax matter involving Air New Zealand.
Govt reveals CCECC deal: Geopolitical issues among reasons for dropped legal action
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Financial Secretary Garth Henderson says it is unlikely that the Government would again use the Chinese state-owned company responsible for installing faulty pipes in a major water infrastructure project.
Cook Islands leaders pay tribute to outgoing New Zealand Prime Minister
Thursday 19 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands political leaders have paid tribute to New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who yesterday announced her decision to step down before February 7 and not seek re-election later this year.
Gill rescues India, Bracewell’s ton in vain
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
India vs New Zealand – ODI Series – 1st ODI (India – 349 for 8 in 50 overs (Shubman Gill 208, Santner 1/56) beat New Zealand 337 all out in 49.2 overs (Bracewell 140, Santner 57, Siraj 4/46) by 12 runs)
Missing Kiribati fisherman found after six days at sea
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional
A New Zealand Air Force Orion crew has successfully located two Kiribati fishermen.
Vanuatu score after 36 seconds to set up victory against Cooks
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The OFC U17 Championship continued on Monday in Fiji, with Cook Islands conceding to Vanuatu 2-1 in Group C and New Caledonia beating American Samoa 7-0 in Group B.
Beach handball proves a hit at games
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Beach handball has again taken centre stage at the 2023 Cook Islands Beach Games.
Pet Talk: Something to crow about . . .
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
When I was a child, we lived in a small country called Swaziland. It has since changed its name, to Eswatini. I can remember a lot about the country and our time there, even though it was a long time ago. One of the things I remember well are the bags of chicken heads and feet, sold in shops as “Walkie-Talkie”. A fantastic name.
Letter: Where are the welcome signs?
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
When is Aviation Security Services going to do something about the sloppy appearance and behaviour of their staff at the airport?
Promoting traditional navigation
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation will continue its Iriiri Kapua No Runga i te Tuku Kaveinga Maori a te Ui Tupuna (workshop series and discussions on how our ancestors navigated), early next month.
Littering on the beach, a significant problem: NES
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Director National Environment Service (NES), Halatoa Fua says littering and rubbish on the beach is a significant problem in the Cook Islands – together with waste in general.
Details of Cabinet Meeting delayed
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands Cabinet has met for the first time this year, but details about the meeting remain scarce.
Security Service back on call
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A month ago Cook Islands Security (CIS) patrol service had decided to end their services. But good news has prevailed for CIS owner Chris Denny and his team.
Agriculture ministry awards warrants
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Agriculture Manager for the Island of Penrhyn, Ngereteina George and Rarotonga staff Natana Mataio received their warrants as biosecurity officers on Tuesday.
Funding decisions questioned
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Athletics, Sports
The manager of a Cook Islands Olympic representative is concerned about the way the country’s lead sporting agency distributes the funding.
Matavera road work starts for hot mix seal
Wednesday 18 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) have started work at the Matavara Packing Shed main road area yesterday to facilitate prospective upgrades of utility service lines.
Darts set for international debut
Tuesday 17 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Darts Cook Islands is making history with a team of 31 in Tonga to compete in their first ever South Pacific Darts Championships from January 16 - 21.
