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$541.7m tourism earnings
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‘Paedophile’ gets 13 years in prison
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Thomas Wynne: Where were our leaders while children suffered?
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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Top cop position advertised
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Police need numbers and bigger budget
9 December 2024
Niki Rattle: A call for stronger human rights protections
10 December 2024
Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
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RAC to address mosque legality
19 November 2024
I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections
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Fifth weekly Sydney flight to Rarotonga announced
23 October 2024
CIIC directors seek $350,000 in damages over defamatory claims
21 October 2024
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
24 September 2024
Tenants face water bill burden
8 October 2024
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Tourism contribution set to surpass half-billion dollar mark
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Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
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Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches
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Cook Islands deep sea mining poll sparks controversy
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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
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Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
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Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
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Sports
Cook Islands Triathlon gears up for Annual Team Tri Competition
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is looking forward to the Annual BSP and KPMG Team Tri Competition this Saturday, February 1, at the Tikioki Tri Site.
Upsets in Cook Islands T20 semis
Exciting matches were held in the T20 domestic cricket semi-finals over the weekend, with the top bets in both the men’s and women’s competitions failing to advance to the finals.
Olympic dream comes true for Dean
Cook Islands Football Association competition manager Pauline Dean worked as a match coordinator at the Paris Olympics, assisting with football matches.
Intense rivalry expected in R2
This weekend promises thrilling encounters as round two of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season gets underway. Avatiu will host Puaikura at Aretere Park, while Nikao Sokattak takes on Matavera-Ngatangiia at the CIFA Complex.
Cook Islands to face NZ Cavaliers in friendly T20s
Cook Islands Cricket Association will be hosting two T20 friendly matches against New Zealand’s Cavalier Cricket team at the Turangi Oval today at 10am and 2pm.
Eels and Bears set for epic clash in Raro Club 15s
As the weekend approaches, rugby union enthusiasts are gearing up for a series of thrilling matches featuring both junior and premier teams.
‘Muddy fun’ promised at Adventure Race
Cook Islands Triathlon Association is excited to host the Uncle Tom’s & PTS Adventure Race this afternoon.
We have a foot in the door: Cook Islands U16s keep semi-final hopes alive
Cook Islands U16 football team secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Vanuatu, keeping their semifinal hopes alive in the OFC U16 Men’s Championship.
Panthers face rising Bulldogs
The resurgent Tupapa Panthers will take on the rising Titikaveka Bulldogs in week five of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Tupapa and Titikaveka set for clash
The 2024 football season is in full swing, and excitement is building as the second round of games commenced yesterday.
Cook Islands stun Vanuatu to keep semi-final hopes alive
Cook Islands have come from behind to score a memorable 3-1 win over Vanuatu and boost their chances of qualifying for the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship semi-finals in Tahiti.
Football comp enters round two
Football moves into round two this week with Titikaveka taking on Tupapa Maraerenga, Avatiu facing off with Puaikura, and Nikao Sokattak going head-to-head with Matavera-Ngatangiia.
Cook Islands couple secure podium finish in US paddle race
Both fairly new to outrigger paddling, husband and wife team Damien Heather and Ana File-Heather competed at the Gorge Downwind Champs in the United States earlier this month (July 8-13), securing a podium finish.
Cook Islands U16 suffers heartbreaking loss vs Fiji
Fiji scored deep into stoppage time to break Cook Islands hearts and open their campaign with a win at the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2024.
Defending champs off to winning start in Rarotonga Football Season
Tupapa Maraerenga and Matavera-Ngatangiia clashed in the feature match of the 2024 Rarotonga football season on Saturday at Victoria Park, marking the exciting season opener.
Cook Islander Teremoana has chance to rewrite boxing history
Inspired by the memory of his late grandfather and spurred on by family in the crowd, Cook Islander Teremoana Teremoana has become the first Australian to win a Super Heavyweight fight in Olympic history.
Panthers end Eels’ unbeaten run
The week four Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition in Titikaveka provided rugby fans with thrilling action and unexpected results.
Cook Islands swimmer Connolly makes memorable Olympic debut
Cook Islands swimmer Lanihei Connolly made a memorable Olympic Games debut in Paris, France, on Saturday night.
Unbeatens Eels face defending champs
The second round of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition promises to be a cracker as the undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels take on defending champions Tupapa Panthers at Teimurimotia Park this afternoon.
Fierce rivalries ignite opening round
Last year’s Premier Men’s champions, Tupapa Maraerenga, will play host to Matavera-Ngatangiia in their first-round match of the 2024 Premier Men’s Championship at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Youngsters ace-ing their holidays
While most children are relaxing during their school holidays, a dedicated group of primary school students from Apii Te Uki Ou are taking to the tennis courts to sharpen their skills and revive their passion for the sport.
Beddoes and Connolly carry Cook Islands flag on Seine
The Olympic opening ceremony presents the host country with the opportunity to wow the world with a uniquely spectacular show.
