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‘Hidden corruption in our society’

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion

When we know it happens, we see it happen, and we don’t say anything, we are guilty too, and corruption wins.

Opinion


‘Do your school work and be happy’

Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Makenna Gribble was awarded the 2020 Dux for Apii Takitumu at the school’s presentation held at the Matavera Revival Church.

Education


Tupapa on track for Raro Sevens title defence

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Regional, Rugby Union, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers have made it through to the Raro Sevens Tournament quarter-final.

Regional


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.

Features


Living away from home

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

To say I have missed home is an understatement, in fact I don’t think there are words in the English language that capture the emptiness we all feel, those 80,000 of us who live in New Zealand but call the Cook Islands home. By Thomas Wynne.

Editorials


Staying put to ride out the pandemic

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

The pandemic has wrecked the nation’s tourism dependent economy. Previously when times were tough, people fled overseas in search of opportunity. That has yet to happen, but the business community believes the threat of depopulation remains.

Local


Flowers for hope in prison

Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Cabinet Minister George “Maggie” Angene is open about his troubled past and time spent in prison, even though he’s now the Minister of the institution that was his home on and off for 34 years.

Local


Clash of the titans in local football

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The premier men’s football teams will take the field today in the opening Knockout Cup semi-final.

Football


Raro Sevens Tournament gets underway

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Local rugby fans can expect a fast, action-packed show at the Raro Sevens Tournament.

Rugby Union


Something for everyone at car boot sale

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

A campaign for the elimination of violence against women and children continues on Friday with a car boot sale event to be held at Punanga Nui Market.

Local


LETTER: Too little, too late

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"Businesses and government have to share the blame for the delay in opening up a NZ/CI travel bubble."

Letters to the Editor


Barge prepares for maiden voyage

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

The recently arrived barge MV Taunga Nui is preparing to embark on its first voyage to the Pa Enua.

Economy


Stabbing accused to remain in custody

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Two High Court cases, including the recent stabbing incident, have been adjourned.

Crime

Travel bubble uncertainty frustrates businesses

Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Tourism operators want Cook Islands and New Zealand governments to provide more information on the status of the proposed travel bubble.

Economy


Underdogs to take on top football contenders

Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

This afternoon, Avatiu FC senior women’s will be taking on Tupapa Maraerenga for a shot at the Knockout Cup final next week.

Football


Northern group island prepares for worst case Covid-19 scenario

Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Outer Islands

Rakahanga is remaining resolute that its borders will be immediately closed and the island will remain isolated from the outside world, if a case of Covid-19 is confirmed on Rarotonga.

National


Businesses disappointed with no prospect for bubble before Christmas’

Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National

Despite an announcement from New Zealand’s Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins that a travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand will not go ahead prior to Christmas, the Private Sector Taskforce remains optimistic.

Economy


Recipe: Taste of paradise

Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food

Local meals are incomplete without coconut cream sauces, which add unique flavour to Cook Islands dishes. Here are four of the most favoured. By Mereana Hutchinson.

Features


Participation wins on the water

Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Despite the pandemic, oe vaka was one of the first codes to be able to continue to train on the water and has seen greater local participation than ever before. And Cook Islands is one of the very few countries that has been able to continue V6 paddling/racing during these Covid times.

Other Sports


Formal relationship recognised with MOU

Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Signing of Memorandum of Understanding cements relationship between Vaka Takitumu in Rarotonga and Takitimu Waka in New Zealand.

Local


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