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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.
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.
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.
Working together to create the next national blueprint
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
More than 200 people turned out at the national “Our Cook Islands Legacy National Sustainable Development Agenda 2020+ Forum” at the Domes yesterday.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rugby’s rising stars set to battle
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The age group Rip 7s championship to be played on Tuesday will set the stage for this weekend’s Raro Sevens tournament.
The potential benefits of the regional trade deal
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
PACER Plus, a trade and development agreement including Australia and New Zealand and a majority of Pacific Forum Island Countries (FICs), presents important opportunities for business and government to drive economic recovery and regional integration. Jim Redden from Devpolicy Blog writes.
‘Tourism desperate but it must learn from this crisis’
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local
News of successful Covid-19 vaccine trials have raised hopes in the Pacific that the hard-hit tourism industry will begin to re-open in 2021, yet questions remain as to how it should be revived in general.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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