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Official recognised for 50 years of public service

Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Tamarii Tutangata, who has worked closely with all former Cook Islands leaders, calls it a day. By Melina Etches.

Local


Flowers don’t tell, they show

Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Internal Affairs was judged the best decorated government department in the annual Mire Tiare competition.

Local


Football’s top four confirmed

Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Puaikura and Titikaveka premier men’s teams have made it into the semifinals after beating Avatiu FC and Matavera FC in the knockouts on Saturday.

Football


OPINION: Personal health is the best defence against Covid-19

Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Giving children lollies is not a treat, it’s like a drug that leads to a slippery slope of addiction and obesity. By Ruta Mave.

Editorials


Mitiaro turns focus to domestic tourism

Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands

With visitors from Rarotonga and Aitutaki heading to Mitiaro, the island’s mayor believes domestic tourism is what they need for much-needed economic development.

National

‘NZ extra protection for Cooks’

Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National

A potential travel bubble between New Zealand and the Cook Islands is “still being worked through”, says New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who offered no timeline for the implementation of quarantine-free travel between the two countries on Sunday.

Health


Fiji's main opposition party chooses a new leader

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Fiji, Regional

Viliame Gavoka has been appointed the new leader of Fiji's Social Democratic Liberal Party after the party's board meeting on Saturday.

Fiji


Samoa Residents claim inaugural Tri-Nations title

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Samoa Residents last night claimed the 2020 Tri Nations Series after beating Cook Islands Residents 28-20.

Rugby league


The best things in life are often right under our noses

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend

The internet has brought the world closer together. If you want to see the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Statue of Liberty in New York, Google will show you the way in a matter of seconds. However, nothing compares to going to a place for the very first time and feeling, smelling, hearing and tasting everything around you as Katrina Tanirau found out in Nga Pu Toru (Atiu, Mitiaro and Mauke) and Mangaia.

Features


Avana coastal protection – it’s in the bag

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Local environment group Te Ipukarea Society is trying to prevent the Avana lagoon claiming back what was taken. By Kelvin Passfield.

Editorials


‘Agent Tetava’ at your service

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown was recognised as the new leader of the country and Minister of Police at a special parade in his honour.

Local


Face masks included in Covid-19 law

Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National

The country’s ongoing response to Covid-19 was front and centre at the last Parliament sitting for the year.

Health


Tri Nations showdown set for Friday

Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The winner of Friday's clash between Cook Islands Residents and Samoa Residents will claim the inaugural Tri Nations series title.

Rugby Union


OPINION: The case against PACER Plus - the regional free trade agreement

Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

PACER Plus, the regional free trade agreement, will come into force next month. In this first of a three-article series, Adam Wolfenden of Trade Justice Campaigner for the Pacific Network on Globalisation writes about the case against this trade deal.

Editorials


Te Onu creation wows crowds

Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Apii Avarua’s turtle masterpiece has been proudly showcased in the school’s classroom to mark Te Mire Tiare - Rarotonga's annual flower festival.

Local


Barge granted permission to berth at Avatiu

Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

The new barge MV Taunga Nui acquired by Cook Islands General Transport has been granted permission to berth at the Avatiu Port.

Local


Excitement builds for Sevens tournament

Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Twenty-one teams registered and confirmed to play at rugby sevens tournament starting on December 4.

Rugby Union


Barge crew swab tests needed before disembarkment

Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

MV Taunga Nui crew members will be required to stay on board the barge while Te Marae Ora takes swab tests.

Local


State funeral for a great son of Mangaia

Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Former Prime Minister the late Jim Marurai was a man of few words, but you could always count on those words being honest and straightforward. He will always be fondly remembered by a grateful nation.

Local


Mare reels in winner with 165.6 kg marlin

Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Tearoa (Boof) Mare hooked the winning fish out from the seawall on boat Ikurangi using an island lure to claim the top prize at the CITC Woodstock Fishing Tournament.

Other Sports


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