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Possession is key: Nicholas
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands Residents will focus on ball possession in today’s Cook Islands Rugby League Tri Nations Series final match against Tokouso- Samoa/Tonga Residents at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
‘You’ve been worshipping nothing but pieces of wood’
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Church Talk, Features
Historian and author Howard Henry has been fascinated by the birth of Christianity in the Cook Islands for many years. In a weekly series, Henry chronicles the arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands and its role in building the nation. In this article he talks about how the Gospel arrived at Mitiaro and Mauke.
Avarua CICC holds tivaivai exhibition
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
In preparation for the 34th Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) General Assembly next month, the women of the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) showcased their tivaivai designs and products at the Takamoa Theological College Hall on Thursday.
Strengthening ancestral and contemporary links between Cook Islands and Aotearoa
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, In Depth, Weekend
Aotearoa New Zealand Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro and husband Dr Richard Davies enjoyed the hospitality of Rarotonga twice before her official state visit to the Cook Islands last week. In an interview with Cook Islands News senior journalist Melina Etches Dame Cindy reflected on the deep cultural connections between the Cook Islands and Aotearoa NZ and the contemporary relationship the two countries share.
Dame Cindy’s visit brings to life commitments made under Waka Hourua Vaka Purua
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Aotearoa New Zealand Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro GNZM QSO visited Rarotonga and Aitutaki on her first official visit to the Cook Islands last week.
Proposed policy to improve and strengthen social welfare services
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Consultations have been held in Rarotonga and Aitutaki to share reviews and have discussions with members of the public on the proposed Cook Islands National Social Assistance Policy.
Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: We belong to the land
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Our connection to the land is all that keeps us from the ravages of a secular, commodified, and consumerist world beyond the safety of our reefs, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Retailers ‘all but out of rice’, shipment expected next week
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The next shipment of rice should be arriving next week, providing relief to supply-constrained retailers.
Cook Islands stakeholders wary of New Zealand recession
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
There is uncertainty as to how New Zealand’s economic woes could affect the Cook Islands.
Koutu Nui elects new executives, discuss key national issues
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Four new members were sworn in at the Koutu Nui 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday morning at Palmerston House.
High profile trial: Text messages between three accused read out in Court
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Text messages between suspended Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former director of the National Environment Service, Nga Puna and former Secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands Diane Charlie-Puna have been read out in Court as details of a Police investigation emerge.
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.
Church Talk: What to do in a messed up world!
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
There is a particular group of men from Israel, who were known as the Sons of Issachar. God had given this group a unique gift. They had the unusual ability to understand the seasons and to know what to do, writes Pastor Paul Kauri of the ArePua Church.
CIGT barge undergoing extensive maintenance
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
The MV Taunga Nui barge is undergoing a five-year class survey in Whangārei, Aotearoa New Zealand and is scheduled to return to Rarotonga towards the end of this month.
Young Cook Islands Catholics receive ‘Sacrament of Love’
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Catholic candidates across the nation received the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist – the first time when parishioners part take in the eating of consecrated bread and drinking of consecrated wine or Holy Communion – last Sunday.
Public Health Bill delayed to September
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National
Legislation regulating smoking and vaping will not see Parliament until September.
Alleged driver remanded
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
The alleged motorbike driver involved in the weekend’s fatal crash has been remanded into custody until June 22.
PERC ‘examining the finances of CIIC’
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The Public Expenditure Review Committee has confirmed it is investigating the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC).
PM gives evidence at high profile trial
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown has given evidence on the fourth day of a Judge alone trial where he was questioned about his suspended deputy Robert Tapaitau and former director of the National Environment Service, Nga Puna.
Tereora College students given crash course in futsal rules
Thursday 15 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Teaching secondary school students the “Laws of the Game of Futsal” is an exciting opportunity to encourage development in all aspects of football.
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