Features

Open invitation to attend the Memorial of Christ’s death

Monday 18 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Jehovah’s Witnesses in Rarotonga are inviting the whole Cook Islands community to join them for the 2024 commemoration of Jesus Christ’s death at sundown on Sunday, March 24.

Church Talk

The monumental task of fixing our land laws

Sunday 17 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Features, Local, National, Parliament, Weekend

The Cook Islands Ministry of Justice is reforming land laws to deal with issues like absentee landowners and fragmented ownership, but the proposals are facing criticism for not being clear and for not respecting traditional customs.

Court


Resort set to unveil renovated pool area

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

An Arorangi-based resort is reopening its renovated pool area after guest-friendly closures for upgrades, offering complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast as thanks for patience.

Business


Church Talk: Bear with one another in love

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

While women and children are suffering in the war zones today, do we find our own women at peace or do we have wars happening in our own backyards? Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church writes.

Church Talk


Apprenticeship aims to end need for overseas plumbing training

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Education, Features, Go Local, National

The Cook Islands is starting a plumbing and drainage apprenticeship programme this year to give locals opportunities in the trade and reduce the need to go overseas for training.

Economy


Cook Islander credits NZ Defence Force for turning life around, encourages youth to join

Wednesday 13 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Weekend

Cook Islander Tom Harrison Junior is counting his blessings, saying that joining the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) got him moving forward in his career and life.

Features


Ashton brothers facilitate return of heirlooms, seek to build museum on Aitutaki

Tuesday 12 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

Priceless stone pre-European artefacts will be returned to the Cook Islands later this year.

Art


Celebrating progress: Cook Islands women share stories of success

Saturday 9 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

The International Day of Women was celebrated across Rarotonga including workplaces celebrating the theme of ‘Te Vaine kia turu’ia: Tupu’anga kia Tere – Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress and Inspire Inclusion’.

Features


‘The Aitutaki secret …’ How canoes evolved (and almost sank) for sailing

Saturday 9 March 2024 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Weekend

The design of Cook Islands vaka has changed so much over the years that it’s difficult to speak of a ‘traditional canoe design’ as the Aitutaki canoe demonstrates, writes Rod Dixon.

Features


A novel idea: Rankin considers Raro romance after Rebus rest

Saturday 9 March 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, Weekend

Renowned Scottish novelist Sir Ian Rankin with some of his books at the Cook Islands Library and Museum yesterday. RASHNEEL KUMAR/24030863

Features


Church talk: God can help us in hard times

Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Have you ever wondered why bad things happen to good people? ‘Why?’ is one of the most asked questions in life. It is simple and direct, yet we do not always get a stringboard answer, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Church Talk

Balancing motherhood and studies: Tatuava-Taripo’s inspiring journey to serve her community

Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features

From early motherhood and years of perseverance and sacrifice, inspiring and determined Aleyna-Joy Tatuava-Taripo, 34, has triumphed in law after being admitted to the bar in the Cook Islands High Court last week.

Features


Beyond the numbers: How tourism benefits everyday life in the Cook Islands

Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Business, Economy, Features, Go Local, National, Travel, Weekend

January saw a record breaking 10,368 visitors arrive on our shores. They’re staying longer, and spending more on average. But what do these facts and figures look like in the daily lives of Cook Islanders? Cook Islands News journalist Candice Luke spoke to locals about how the tourist dollar is affecting them, their families, and their businesses right now.

Business


Aere ra e Papa Harry: A tribute to the life and legacy of beloved Suwarrow Park Ranger

Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend

“Suwarrow belongs to you and me and to every Cook Islander. This is our home. We have the responsibility to protect and to take care of our home.” – Tuakeu “Harry” Papai.

Features


Turning illness into inspiration, Upokoina’s story of resilience

Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Upokoina Bishop-Cuthers, a Cook Islands woman who battled cancer, created her own homeware brand CuBis Creations to inspire others and support her family.

Features


Artist gifts Cook Islands themed collection to university

Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Art, Features

University of South Pacific’s Rarotonga campus has received a donation of 11 screen printed original works by New Zealand-based artist Jean Loomis.

Art


Church Talk: Ignite your prayer life

Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Greetings to all you lovely people: To those who are prayer lovers and prayer warriors. I thought to bring our message this morning in support and recognition of the Women’s International Prayer Day coming shortly. I thought how fitting this message is for all of us to ignite our prayer life.

Church Talk


Vaka voyage sails to silver screen in fight for ocean health

Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Entertainment, Features

In 2021, a special voyage was taken by three Cook Islands non-government organisations. Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau, and Te Ipukarea Society teamed up for a tour to each of the 15 islands, a first for the traditional vaka Marumaru Atua.

Entertainment


Ma’uke Mission: Exploring 200 years of London Missionary Society connection

Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

A book which captures some aspects of the London Missionary Society connections with Ma’uke, will be launched next week.

Church Talk


Descendants reunite across the Pacific

Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane

Over 300 descendants from Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, Tahiti, Marquesas, Rarotonga, and Mangaia participated in the George Outher Brown Reunion this week at Te Are Kariori National Auditorium.

Features


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