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Extra weekly flight added to Air New Zealand's schedule after one-way bubble announcement
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Air New Zealand has added an extra flight to its weekly schedule in advance of quarantine free travel for residents and valid visa holders currently in the Cook Islands.
Purple reign
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
RBDC Purple won the Cook Islands Beach Games open mixed Touch competition gold medal at Nikao Beach Courts on Wednesday.
Rukau - A simple delight
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
A staple at many island tables, but it must be thoroughly cooked to eliminate the needle-like crystals of oxalate that can burn your throat.
Parched Penrhyn receives water relief
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
A shipment of water has alleviated a severe shortage on the Northern group atoll of Penrhyn, however with no rain in sight, residents will have to continue rationing supplies.
Game time for 3x3 basketball at beach games
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports
The 3x3 basketball competition at the Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 got off to a flying start on Tuesday at the Nikao courts.
Tips to beat the heat
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
With the Cook Islands potentially facing one of the hottest summers on record, health officials are advising residents to take precaution and be alert for the tell-tale signs excessive heat exposure.
Historical toa trees removed
Wednesday 13 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rain fell on Tuesday afternoon as the last of the beloved Matavera toa (ironwood) trees were felled, allowing government workers to proceed with roadworks in the area.
Taking it up a notch
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League is aiming to include women 13s into their national competition for 2021 in a bid to develop the sport in the country.
Demos urgent plea for lagoon action
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
The Opposition Democratic Party is accusing the Government of inaction in rehabilitating Muri Lagoon, which is often described as one of the top tourist draws in Rarotonga.
No update on Pacific Islands Forum leadership race
Tuesday 12 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional
Leaders of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat are yet to confirm when they will be meeting to select their new secretary general.
Bone crunching weekend at nines tournament
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers I and Rarotonga claimed the men’s and women’s titles at the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament on Saturday.
OPINION: ‘It takes courage to disagree with the government’
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
There is a moving scene from 2020 that struck me deeply. I will carry it with me for a long time, writes Opposition leader Tina Browne.
Let the Games begin!
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Beach Games 2021 were officially opened last night at the Nikao Beach Court, kicking off two weeks of action over five separate events.
Favourites make impressive start in Rugby Nines
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Tupapa Panthers and Avatiu Eels remain undefeated after tough battle on day one at the Nines in Paradise tournament.
OPINION: Silence in unhealthy democracies
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Public scrutiny of public decisions that involve the public’s wellbeing and are paid for by the public purse should be welcomed and not defended as if the scrutiny of this decision was a personal attack, Thomas Wynne writes.
Embarking on a second homecoming
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend
At the beginning of 2019, Vainepoto Tangaroa traded her mum’s slice of paradise, Gisborne and Tokomaru Bay on the East Coast of the North Island of New Zealand, for that of her late father’s, the beautiful Cook Islands. Tangaroa tells associate editor Katrina Tanirau why it’s a decision she’s glad she made.
Connecting youths to their environment
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
A local non-government organisation is running a programme to help connect Cook Islands youth with nature.
Top bet wary of women's Nines challenge
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Rarotonga will head into this weekend’s Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise as the hot favourites for the women’s title.
Aitutaki Sharks sharpen their teeth
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Veterans Teokotai “Billy Bush” Tuaivi and Bruce Goldsworthy are coming out of “retirement” to guide Aitutaki Sharks in the League Nines in Paradise tournament this weekend.
Facing new challenges in 2021
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The year 2020 had chartered our course through challenges and disruptions of Covid-19, but praise be to our God, for His unwavering grace which allowed us to come through safe and sound, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Avarua Ekalesia.
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