Articles by CI News Staff

Historic win for Bulldogs

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Bulldogs claimed the women’s rugby league title in a thrilling final that went down to the wire at the National Stadium in Nikao last night.

KATA: Water treatment woes

Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Bring it on, league rivals say in advance of big match

Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Patricia Taea and Maruia Willie share a hearty laugh as they wish each other well for today’s Raro Cars Rugby League Competition women’s final at the National Stadium in Nikao.

KATA: Rarotonga floods

Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

League seeks ‘best of the best’

Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) is hoping to secure at least an international test match as a warm up game to the Rugby League World Cup to be held in England later in the year.

KATA: Curfew checks

Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Rivalry brings out the best in top two golfers

Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

A friendly rivalry between the Cook Islands’ top two male golfers has resulted in a new Rarotonga Golf Club course record.

KATA: International Women's Day

Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in

Nurses answer the call

Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

On International Nurses’ Day today, Cook Islands health minister has paid tribute to nurses around the world, including our own, as well as Cook Islander Louisa Akavi, who has been missing for seven years since her kidnapping in 2013.

Police anticipate increase in burglaries with bubble

Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

The border opening to New Zealand tourists is expected to have a positive impact on the economy but the Police Service is already concerned about how the adjustment in Rarotonga’s social dynamic will influence the rate of unlawful activity.

Titikaveka extend netball lead

Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports

Titikaveka premier has extended their lead in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition after a superb win on Saturday.

Eels rue indiscipline in loss

Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Avatiu Nikao Eels are hoping to bounce back in the do-or-die clash against Arorangi Bears this weekend to keep their domestic rugby league title hopes alive.

KATA: Bubble burglaries

Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Seeking a balance in Mangaia’s traditional land tenure system

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Outer Islands

There has been a lot of debate as to whether the Mangaia land tenure system should be brought under the Land Court Division of the Cook Islands High Court. Mangaia people have been exchanging views on this issue on social media and in public gatherings.

Getting ready to welcome back visitors

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National

In preparation for the bubble opening with New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism has delivered the Kia Orana Plus Training Programme to over 80 businesses and over 450 employees across Rarotonga and Aitutaki since September 2020.

Cooks ‘off limits’ to Aussies

Monday 10 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy

Australians transiting New Zealand to a third country, including the Cook Islands, are now required to apply for an exemption on compassionate grounds.

Young footballers’ final fight

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After a weeklong tournament and questionable weather, the semi-final games in the Cook Islands Youth Football Festival came to an end yesterday.

KATA: Manihiki MP Akaiti Puna

Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

KATA: Audit office in overdrive

Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

Top four battle in football festival

Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports

After three days of intense football games and a much-needed rest day, top teams return to the field with polished skills and new game plans, hungry for a spot in the finals on Saturday.