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Articles by CI News Staff
Cook Islands secures $20m grant to build climate-resilient nation
Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, Health, National, Outer Islands
A project aiming to build a healthy and resilient nation in the context of climate change and set to benefit more than 15,000 Cook Islanders, will start to be implemented in the coming months, thanks to an estimated US 12.5 million (NZ$20.3m) Green Climate Fund (GCF) grant.
No charger issues, says Te Aponga Uira
Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga electricity company Te Aponga Uira (TAU) has clarified that its electric vehicle chargers have always been compatible with the government’s newly purchased EVs.
Undefeated Eels wary of Bulldogs
Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels are wary of the Titikaveka Bulldogs when the two premier men’s sides clash this afternoon at Teimurimotia Park.
Marine and lagoon assessment to begin in Aitutaki
Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Environment, National
The National Environmental Services (NES) has finally secured technical expertise to undertake a detailed marine biological baseline assessment of the marine benthic biomes and resources (biotic and abiotic) within the Aitutaki project sites.
Rarotonga welcomes cruise passengers for sightseeing and shopping
Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National, Travel
Majority of the passengers onboard Crystal Serenity came ashore during the cruise ship’s visit to Rarotonga on Saturday.
Albert Nicholas appointed Deputy Prime Minister
Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Politics
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has confirmed the appointment of Albert Nicholas as the country’s Deputy Prime Minister (DPM).
Rugby league matches still on
Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League has confirmed that today and tomorrow's domestic 13s competition matches will continue.
Minister urges better management of govt assets
Thursday 15 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands organised an Asset Management Workshop this week to educate Rarotonga and Pa Enua representatives on managing government assets on their islands.
Foreign Affairs Minister Elikana co-chairs Pacific-Japan ministerial meet
Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
The newly-appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana co-chaired the 5th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM) Ministerial Interim Meeting in Suva on Sunday with Japan’s Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa.
Rarotonga police team tackles Gender Family Harm in Aitutaki
Tuesday 13 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands
Three Rarotonga police officers are in Aitutaki for a week-long programme of consultations with community stakeholders, on Gender Family Harm (GFH).
Tupapa Panthers roar back
Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Former champions Tupapa Panthers premier men’s side sent a strong message to Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition clubs after a convincing win in the opening round over the weekend.
New trucks tackle sludge, improve water supply
Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Two vacuum trucks, donated to To Tatou Vai (TTV) by the Government of Japan, will assist with the management of the water network on Rarotonga.
Cooks badminton team count down for Oceania Champs
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Badminton, Sports
Three teams of 16 players are getting ready for the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Impressive turnout for team triathlon event
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Triathlon
Cook Islands Triathlon Association was overjoyed with the turnout for the 2024 BSP & KPMG Team Triathlon held on Saturday, which saw a large number of competitors, in hot and humid conditions.
Lucky escape for driver after van plunges into stream
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
A 24-year-old male driver escaped serious injury when his van veered off the road in Aroa and tumbled into a stream.
Avatiu FC first Cook Islands team in OFC Women’s Champions League
Wednesday 17 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
History will be made as the Avatiu women’s football side heads to the OFC Women’s Champions League in Honiara, Solomon Islands, from March 10-23, 2024, after securing their fate with a first-ever Rarotonga Round Cup win.
Cook Islands' beach football talent on display
Monday 15 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands Beach Games 2024 sizzled with excitement on Saturday, as teams clashed on the sandy courts in a vibrant display of beach football.
Cooks calling on cross country runners
Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands is on the lookout for one male and one female cross country runner to compete in Belgrade Serbia at the end of March.
FIFA assistance to Cooks for youth development
Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
FIFA’s assistance to football in the Cook Islands had led to the development of youth programmes and training sessions over the years.
Avatiu Eels retain Nines title
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels retained the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise title after a hard-fought final on Saturday at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.