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11 November 2022

Articles by Katrina Lintonbon

‘New Covid strain, no problem’

Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National

Cook Islands authorities remain adamant that the risk of Cook Islanders traveling to New Zealand contracting coronavirus is low, despite a new variant of the virus, known as B.1.1.7 that has forced the UK into its third lockdown, arriving in New Zealand.

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Positive start to 2021, police say

Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National

Police are encouraged by the generally peaceful conduct around the island and further seek everyone’s continued help to reduce speed and keep the roads safe.


Covid-19 stimulus package extended

Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands people continue to be the government’s top priority in 2021 with announcements including extension of the wage subsidy and the expectation that Kiwis will be welcomed back to the country’s shores by March 2021.

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Cook Islanders in NZ recognised for community service

Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Three New Zealand-based Cook Islanders have been named on the New Year Honours list.


Cops to keep an eye on NYE revellers

Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Back-to-back late nights with special licences granted to liquor outlets has placed alcohol on the top shelf of concerns for Cook Islands Police this coming long weekend.

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One way Cooks-NZ bubble likely in January, government spokesperson says

Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

The arrangement will allow Cook Islanders travelling from Rarotonga to Auckland to not have to undergo 14-days of mandatory quarantine at a managed isolation facility.

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Runway renovations set for 2021

Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Specialist machinery and equipment to replace cracked slabs on the runway at Rarotonga Airport has arrived with work set to start in January 2021.

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'Action man' delivers clean water for the people

Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Minister for Punanga Nui Market and Tupapa-Maraerenga Member of Parliament George “Maggie” Angene hasn’t been given the name “Action Man” for nothing. Angene didn’t waste any time getting to work on a second water station at the market, which was officially opened on Friday last week by Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau. “I want to […]

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‘World’s best hope’ 2021

Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National

The Cook Islands Government is urging the community to adhere to hygiene and other precautionary measures until a Covid-19 vaccine is made available next year.

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Showing love at Christmas time

Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Despite receiving negative comments, Movember group members drive initiative to bring Christmas joy to inmates at Arorangi Prison.

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Flights are getting snapped up in advance of a potential bubble with NZ

Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

A quarantine-free travel corridor between New Zealand and Cook Islands will open in March next year and Kiwis are rushing to book their holidays.

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Ministry of Culture celebrate another big year

Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Culture, National

Ministry of Culture secretary Anthony Turua said a workplace is only as good as its staff and theirs are exceptional.

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Quarantine free travel with NZ by end of March, 2021

Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, Health, National

New Zealand is working at pace to implement quarantine-free travel for Cook Islanders travelling to NZ as the first step in a phased approach to two-way quarantine free travel between the two nations.

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Huge drop in crashes but driver behaviour remains unchanged

Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

The Covid-19 pandemic is being credited with a significant decrease in the number of motor vehicle crashes this year compared to the same time in 2019, but police are urging drivers to be sensible.

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Lights, camera, action!

Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National, Technology

A group of passionate film and television experts has established the Cook Islands Film, Television and Video Industry Council to set up the country as a hot movie location.

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Cook Islander caught in Noumea chaos

Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, New Caledonia, Regional

A Cook Islander, her husband and their children are caught up in rising unrest in New Caledonia's capital as protest action against the planned sale of Vale nickel plant continues.

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Government's ecological report challenged

Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Environment, National

Community water lobby group Te Vai Ora Maori is questioning key findings from a government funded ecological report after a six-day field study was conducted in January. Community water lobby group Te Vai Ora Maori is questioning key findings from a government funded ecological report after a six-day field study was conducted in January.

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Tupapa Panthers, Avatiu claim Raro Sevens titles

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Rugby Sevens fans were treated to some top class action on the field at the Raro Rugby Sevens Tournament on December 4-5 at the National Stadium.

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Take care during festive season

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National

Leading up to Christmas, Cook Islands Police Service have some strong messages for the community.

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Heaven on earth: Six days of pure bliss in the Pa Enua

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend

For those wanting to satisfy a travel itch during these unprecedented Covid-19 times, it could be a good idea to look a little closer to home. In this second of a two-part series, Katrina Tanirau explores the islands of Mauke and Mangaia.

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