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Articles by CI News Staff
GAT, Nukz Power reign supreme
Wednesday 22 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association weekly open men’s and women’s competition wrapped up on Monday afternoon at the National Stadium in Nikao with teams vying for top spots displaying dazzling skills to outwit each other.
Insurance company expands digital offering in the Cooks
Wednesday 22 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, Local, National
As part of its plan to dramatically improve insurance accessibility in the Pacific Islands, Tower has launched its signature self-service platform, My Tower, in the Cook Islands.
Panthers coach downplays impressive win
Tuesday 21 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers remain humble and focussed on what’s ahead following a blistering performance in Rarotonga on the weekend.
Cook Islands to host Japan Foreign Minister Hayashi
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, Local, National
Cook Islands Government will this week host Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi on his first visit to the country.
Touch to hold opens finale
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association will this afternoon hold the finals in the open men and women’s categories at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Tupapa Panthers end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers on Saturday ended Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition after a superb 34-12 win at Victoria Park.
Panthers after Eels’ winning streak
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon at Victoria Park.
Lady Bears to host Lady Eels
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
An exciting battle is expected this afternoon when Lady Bears take on Lady Eels in the final match of round one in Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.
Cook Islands, Republic of Korea celebrate 10th anniversary of diplomatic relations
Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met with new Ambassador to the Cook Islands, His Excellency Changsik Kim, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for the Republic of Korea.
Touch playoffs heat up
Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today continue in the men’s and women’s opens category.
Avatiu Eels and Lady Panthers emerge top contenders after R1
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Panthers have emerged top bets after round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.
Touch enters Open playoffs
Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today hold the playoffs in the men’s and women’s opens category.
PM issues new warrants to members of Marae Moana Technical Advisory Group
Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has issued new warrants to eight representatives for the Marae Moana Technical Advisory Group.
Eels wallop Bulldogs 84-0
Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels continued their winning streak with a huge 84-0 win over Titikaveka Bulldogs in the final week of round one Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition.
Clipped Sea Eagles ready for Bears
Saturday 11 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The final week of round one Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition will have Arorangi Bears hosting Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles at Raemaru Park this afternoon.
Cook Islander set for NRL debut
Friday 10 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Maruariki family in Rarotonga, New Zealand and Australia will be glued to their television sets this evening when one of their own makes his NRL debut for the Dolphins against Canberra Raiders at 8.30pm (Cook Islands time).
Billionaire’s Rarotonga visit attracts widespread condemnation online
Thursday 9 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Business, National
While Chinese billionaire Jack Ma’s visit to Rarotonga has attracted widespread attention and discussion - much of it has been negative.
Rugby league referees’ body looking for match officials
Thursday 9 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The ‘under resourced’ Cook Islands Rugby League Referees Association is looking for more match officials as round one of the domestic 13s competition draws to a close.
CI Touch appoints coaches
Wednesday 8 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association has stepped up their preparation for the 2023 Pacific Games by naming their national teams’ coaches.
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.
