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‘We should anticipate widespread infection’
Government plans to keep the international border open and anticipate Omicron’s arrival as New Zealand ramps up preparation to tackle potentially thousands of cases of the latest Covid-19 variant in the community.
Maritime police upskill with officers obtaining Boat Masters certification
Three Cook Islands police officers have made the grade in achieving their Boat Masters certification.
National
In brief: Court news
Fundraiser to help tsunami-hit Tonga
Barber offers free haircuts for elderly and persons with disability
Australian High Commissioner returns to Raro
Chances of tropical cyclone ‘moderate’, says Met Office
The residents of Rarotonga and neighbouring Southern Group islands were last night bracing for a rough weather following multiple special weather bulletins on tropical disturbance TD05F from the Cook Islands Meteorological Services.
Unvaxed and unwelcomed
Since the reopening of the borders on January 13 and implementation of new rules and regulations, some Rarotonga businesses and workplaces have come down hard on those who are unvaccinated against Covid-19.
Sports
Cooks ready for Schools 7s
Cook Islands will field two teams at this weekend’s Under-18 World Schools Sevens in Pakuranga, New Zealand.
Wet weather fails to dampen Games spirit
The 3x3 basketball competition at the 2022 Cook Islands Beach Games resumed yesterday after some matches were postponed due to weather conditions and player safety concerns on Tuesday.
Opinion
LETTERS: ‘NZ created labour shortage problem’
Dear Editor, four years ago, I travelled to the Philippines to meet and interview needed employees for our businesses.
Features
Book on lost era of heroic Mangaian boatmen launched
The Mangaian book Vaka E Te Poti Tari Kako that recalls the lost era of surf boat lighterage on Mangaia, bringing it to life through the memories of one of the boatmen and visually through 150 historic photos, was launched in Mangaia yesterday morning.
PET TALK: Cat fights and dog bites
Some friends of mine own a very large, rather round, very relaxed cat.
Pacific
Collection for Tonga underway today in Auckland
Three shipping containers are being set up at Auckland's Mt Smart Stadium to be filled with donations for Tonga today.
Marshall Islands maintains Covid-free status amid surges in neighboring nations
The remarkable spread of the Covid-19 Omicron variant globally appeared to play out for the Marshall Islands, Kiribati and Palau in different ways this week.
Fiji rebuilds after tsunami damage
Rebuilding has started on islands in Fiji affected by last week's volcanic eruptions in neighbouring Tonga and the tsunami that followed.
Covid numbers soar in Solomons
Solomon Islands reported 48 new cases of Covid-19 on Thursday.
Editor's Picks
‘Leave my mangoes alone’
19 January 2022
‘I’m not allowed to visit him’
19 January 2022
First cruise ship in two years in French Polynesia
18 January 2022
Second overseas bank reduces interest rates
18 January 2022
Vendors facing confusion over health measures
17 January 2022
Sun, sand and plenty of fun
17 January 2022
What does prison say about our society?
15 January 2022
Eggelton appointed acting CEO
15 January 2022
LETTERS: ‘Prison life is not luxurious’
14 January 2022
Emotional reopening to Cook Islands
14 January 2022
Iconic café closes down
12 January 2022
New air link between Cook Islands and Niue
12 January 2022
Concerns raised over inmate’s health
11 January 2022
Vaccine certificate delay “frustrating”
11 January 2022
Air Moana to fly across French Polynesia
11 January 2022
In brief: News from around the Pacific
10 January 2022
Panthers and Bulldogs reign supreme
10 January 2022
Fresh water for Vaka voyagers
10 January 2022
Cook Islander of the Year gives humble thanks
8 January 2022
Airline enjoys festive boost
8 January 2022
LETTERS: A humble plea for help
8 January 2022
The story of Tapuaetai
7 January 2022
Govt announces new health measures
7 January 2022
Locals living overseas share Covid concerns
6 January 2022
Reduced health clinics when border reopens
6 January 2022
Heat stroke in dogs
5 January 2022
2022: A defining year
5 January 2022
In brief: News from the Pacific
5 January 2022
Ebadot paves way for team victory
3 January 2022
Bangladesh boss Blackcaps on day two
2 January 2022
Ringing in 2022 with celebratory music and fun
31 December 2021
Business support extended
31 December 2021
Government unfazed by Omicron in NZ
31 December 2021
YES Programme helps budding entrepreneurs
31 December 2021
Chief economist ‘resigns’
30 December 2021