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Fears for families as Vanuatu reels from deadly earthquake

The devastating 7.3-magnitude earthquake that struck Vanuatu on Monday, claiming the lives of at least 14 people and injuring more than 200, has sent shockwaves around the world, with Ni-Vanuatuans residing in Rarotonga praying for the safety of their loved ones at home.

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Emotional groundbreaking for Fale Niue

The Niue Community and Friends Inc, Society were overwhelmed to finally host their Groundbreaking ceremony for their Fale Niue Kūki ʻĀirani hostel in Tupapa.

Super Nu!

Long-time paddler and nu enthusiast Reuben Dearlove believes the true nutritional benefits of the widely considered super-food are only just starting to be confirmed by science – and more discoveries about the positive properties of young coconut are due. Many paddlers consume the liquid inside nu (young coconut) during the recovery phase of training. The […]

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Sokattak draw against Tupapa

In the main Lotto Premier Men’s soccer match played on Saturday at Victoria Park, Tupapa and Nikao Sokattak drew nil all. Sokattak got off to a good start dominating with ball possession and pounding at the Tupapa goal area but was unable to finish off their chances. Nikao’s tricky striker Teariki Mateariki caused a few […]

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Tennis fundraiser a big hit

Saturday’s junior tennis fundraiser at the Nikao tennis courts was a great success thanks to the sunshine and support from the tennis community. The fundraiser tournament attracted around 20 eager tennis players and many more were attracted by the delicious food for sale. A team of 16 junior players will be heading to two tournaments […]

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Volleyball boost

The development of volleyball in the Cook Islands has been given a major boost by sponsors who’ve come on board to help the sport purchase new equipment. Funds from volleyball’s major sponsor, BCI Bank, and from a group of enthusiastic volleyball lovers has enabled the association to purchase 30 international standard balls. When the volleyball […]

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Fundraiser for tennis

Rain or shine, the Nikao tennis centre is the place to be today for great food and great tennis. Today is the junior tennis fundraiser in aid of the player’s tour to New Zealand next month, and you can register to play in the singles or doubles tournament. It’s sure to be heaps of fun […]

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Young Guns chase Muri

This weekend’s Edgewater Saturday morning women’s cricket league sees another women’s double-header in the lead-up to the men’s matches in the afternoon. With all women’s teams proving so closely matched in ability and enthusiasm, the extended Edgewater Saturday morning league is proving a fantastic watch for all spectators. Muri, who have won two matches from […]

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Takuvaine to challenge Avatiu

Avatiu and Takuvaine, who are competing in the Rarotonga soccer round cup, step up their preparations for the premier men’s match at the Avatiu field. Hosts Avatiu goes in as favourite, and playing on home turf will be an added bonus for them. Both teams fancy their chances of progressing with a win and have […]

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Mangaians gather for golf

In preparation for the upcoming Mangaia Tri Series tournament in Auckland, Mangaians on Rarotonga will gather at the golf club in Nikao tonight for an Ambrose tournament. The Tri Series is a sports tournament contested by Mangaians based on Rarotonga, New Zealand and Australia. This year the tournament will be hosted by Auckland and this […]

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Volleyball back

The BCI Business House social volleyball league smashes back into action this evening after a break last Friday to support the International Sevens tournament. Minor tweaks have been made to the scoring system of the tournament. Competitive teams will player the best of three sets to 25 points. In the men’s and women’s social division […]

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Avatiu-Nikao looking flash in new gear

The Avatiu-Nikao Cricket club will be best dressed team on the island after receiving new uniforms donated by the Otago Cricket Association. The Avatiu-Nikao club seized the opportunity to get their hands on a full club kit after hearing that domestic cricket in New Zealand changed major sponsors and clothing makers. Club captain Shane Thompson […]

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Late charge by Muri

The Muri women’s cricket team has made a late charge in this season’s extended Edgewater Saturday morning league. Bowling first against Arorangi Punanga Kaveao was in fine form leading her team with a superb captains effort taking 2 wickets for 0 runs to have Arorangi all out for 28 runs. Not surprisingly Muri were able […]

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Muri takes sting out of Red Backs

The Arorangi Red Backs cricket team’s unbeaten run has come to an end after going down heavily to Muri last weekend. Batting first Muri struggled on the Arorangi wicket limping to 98 runs. It was all but a foregone conclusion that the Red Backs would take the win until Muri skipper Bobby Hunter (4 wickets […]

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Duathlon series begins tonight

Last Thursdays Westpac Bank sponsored round Rarotonga cycle race was an interesting outing with fast times and a number of close finishes between some riders. The start handicaps were spread over 14 minutes. Congratulations to Roland Neururer for winning both the race across the line after starting second from the back, and having the fastest […]

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CISNOC to host symposium

The Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee will host a two-day sports symposium on November 19 and 20. The symposium is for the Cook Islands sports community to learn more about the business of sports from the administration and management of CISNOC. Topics to be covered include sports development and the Olympic movement. International […]

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Avatiu hosts Takuvaine

Avatiu soccer will host Takuvaine today at the Avatiu field with the under 14 boys kicking off first. Following the under 14 boys will be the senior women’s game. With a helping hand from Tairi Elikana, the Avatiu women’s team has continued to do well and will be a handful for Takuvaine. – CIFA Media […]

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Matavera leads U17

Matavera are currently sitting on top of the Under 17 points table with 18 points to clearly take the Round Cup competition. They will face Nikao Sokattak today and will no doubt dominate to win their match while Takuvaine take on Titikaveka in the second match. Draw and referee appointments for today at the CIFA […]

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The adventures of Mama Mongoose

Local golden oldies rugby player Ake Hosea-Winterflood, also known as Mama Mongoose, had plenty of adventures at the Golden Oldies Rugby Festival in Sydney last month. But the highlight of her trip, apart from playing five games of rugby, was winning a player of the match trophy from the Thirsty Old Lions team. Hosea travelled […]

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Goldies return

The last of the Cook Islands Diplomats golden oldies rugby players have finally made it home after what was a highly enjoyable Golden Oldies Festival hosted by Sydney, Australia. The Diplomats along with members of the Avatiu-Nikao golden oldies and other local players who joined teams in Australia – made the trip to Australia for […]

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Palmer swims away

Last Wednesday, swimmers took to the course in Tikioki in the third race in the Open Water Swim series. Once again open water maestro Vanessa Palmer led the way with another speedy lady Shannon Saunders not far behind, followed then by the men Justin Rous, Roland Neureuer and the ageless Kevin Henderson. These races are […]

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Team CI says thanks

LEFT: Team Cook Islands chef de mission George George (centre back) and a few members of the team with grade two students of St Joseph’s Primary School who wrote ‘good luck’ cards for each member of the team while they were in India for the Delhi Commonwealth Games. Grade two teacher Tupa Tupa (far right) […]

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