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Articles by CI News Staff
Government owed $255k in late loan repayments
Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Government is owed over a quarter million dollars in late payments from local businesses that were given loans during the Covid-19 period in 2020.
Brown discusses more transport connectivity for air and sea with Fiji
Monday 14 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown met with Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance and Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics, Biman Prasad in the margins of the Forum Economic Ministers Meeting (FEMM) in Suva last week.
CICA names women’s team for T20 World Cup Qualifier
Thursday 10 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket Association (CICA) has named the final squad that will participate in the East Asia Pacific qualifying tournament, to be played from September 1 to 8 in Vanuatu.
Call the expert: South Pacific Canvas Limited: Bespoke canvas manufacturing in Rarotonga
Thursday 10 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
South Pacific Canvas Limited has been busy providing the bespoke manufacture of goods for six and half years. With the use of durable, U.V resistant, fire-retardant PVC, vinyl and fabrics, they can supply a well-made and long-lasting product that will go the distance.
GoFundMe Campaign for house fire victims
Wednesday 9 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The family of Kafo and Pae Tuteru are devasted at the loss of the elderly couple’s home that was destroyed in a blazing house fire last week.
Tupapa Panthers reign supreme
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The captains of the Lady Panthers and Lady Bears praised their players for their dedication and sacrifice in the inaugural Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s 10s competition.
Cook Islands and Fiji finalising new Development Cooperation Agreement
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Fiji, National
Cook Islands and Fiji are in the process of finalising a new Development Cooperation Agreement to advance economic cooperation, air transportation connectivity, trade, tourism, labour mobility and address climate change.
Dinning table: Little Poly where expectations meet reality
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
Driving past Little Polynesian Restaurant (Little Poly) in Titikaveka, I always wondered the kind of dining experience they offered. So when the opportunity came to dine at this poolside restaurant, no was not an option.
Court briefs
Wednesday 26 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National
Tupouatimo Noa appeared in the Criminal Court on Thursday last week facing a fresh contempt of court charge.
Panthers survive late Eels rally
Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers have taken the lead in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition after a slender 20-19 win over Avatiu Nikao Eels on Saturday at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia.
Top of the table clash
Saturday 22 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The undefeated Tupapa Panthers and Avatiu Nikao Eels will battle in round three of the Rarotonga Club 15s competition this afternoon at Nukupure Park in Ngatangaiia.
Smaller papers explained
Saturday 8 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Editorials, National, Opinion
Readers have been asking why Cook Islands News has reduced the number of pages in mid-week editions in recent weeks.
Four named on the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours
Monday 19 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
Four well-known Cook Islands residents who have contributed to the health, judiciary and business sector have been named on the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours.
Town ‘hungry for a win’
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
After losing two Conan’s Cup matches to holders Country, Town wants to end the three match women’s rugby league series on a high tomorrow at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Strong start gives Tokouso win over Fiji Residents: Moananu
Tuesday 13 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
A strong start by Tokouso – Samoa/Tonga Residents handed them a 36-24 win over Tabusoro Fiji Residents in game two of the Cook Islands Rugby League Tri Nations Series at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia on Saturday.
Tokouso beats Fiji Residents in Tri Nations Series
Monday 12 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Tokouso Samoa/Tonga Residents team defeated Tabusoro Fiji Residents 36-24 in game two of the inaugural Cook Islands Rugby League Tri Nations Series on Saturday at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia.
Country retains Conan’s Cup
Monday 12 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
The Country side has retained the Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series after beating Town in a tough game two over the weekend.
Dive number 257: Operation Taramea removes 6371 coral eating crown-of-thorns starfish
Monday 12 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Art, Environment, Features, National
Marine scientist Dr Teina Rongo and his Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau team have removed 6371 crown-of-thorns starfish from Rarotonga reefs since Operation Taramea began in 2020.
Andrews-Tasola named Pulse coach
Friday 9 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Former Cook Islands netball player and coach Anna Andrews-Tasola will be tasked with replacing the most successful coach in ANZ Premiership history.
Kumete comp to serve as Pacific Games trials
Saturday 3 June 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands will host its annual Kumete Sports Day on Monday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
