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Still the best in the Pacific Rim
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Despite the effects of Covid-19, the Cook Islands is still seen as one of the best tourist attractions in the world after winning an international award.
Double fireworks to welcome 2021
Wednesday 30 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After an unprecedented year, the people of Rarotonga are being invited to see the beginning of 2021 with a bang.
Health secretary appointment questioned
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Former police officer Bob Williams has been appointed the acting Secretary of Health while the hunt for a permanent head of ministry continues.
Renewed call to curb plastic pollution in oceans
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Waterwoman and renowned photographer Charlotte Piho has made renewed calls to end ocean plastic waste after a turtle found to have ingested a plastic bag was found dead on a Rarotonga beach last week.
One way Cooks-NZ bubble likely in January, government spokesperson says
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
The arrangement will allow Cook Islanders travelling from Rarotonga to Auckland to not have to undergo 14-days of mandatory quarantine at a managed isolation facility.
Hope for elderly care centre
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Community members have come forward to answer the call to help Are Pa Metua, an elderly care centre in Rarotonga.
Christmas stock arrives in time
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cargo vessel Liloa II arrived in Rarotonga this week, bringing joy to businesses and customers who were worried about meat and other supplies being in short supply for the Christmas weekend.
Cut-throat discounting among tourism operators discouraged
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Tourism operators are being advised not to compete against each other if an expected travel bubble with New Zealand comes to fruition in the first quarter of 2021.
Bringing smiles to the less fortunate during the holiday season
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Movember Cook Islands used the funds raised through various activities it ran last month to buy some essential equipment for Rarotonga’s Creative Centre.
Economic update spells gloomy days
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Estimated economic output for the 2020/2021 financial year has been revised downward as the global Covid-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the nation’s tourism-dependent economy.
Water intakes at critical level as dry spell continues
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga's water Authority, To Tatou Vai, warns people may end up paying for water to be trucked in if the dry spell continues.
Tuna fishery protections in place for 2021
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands along with other Pacific Island countries have reached an agreement with distant water fishing nations to secure crucial protection measures for the coming year.
Covid and tourism in the Pacific
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Reflecting on a difficult year, Tourism CEO Halatoa Fua says it was fortunate that in the last 10 years the Cook Islands tourism industry had a major boom and was able to establish a reserve fund to cushion the blow from Covid-19.
Birthday dreams come true for Rarotongan youngster
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
This month young Maiata MacLean-McMahon was given a birthday surprise like no other.
Tide prediction calendar for 2021 released
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands has received its 2021 tide prediction calendar.
Employment survey to inform policy making
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
In light of Covid-19, the Cook Islands Labour Force Survey 2019 results serve as important baseline data, informing policy-making in post-Covid-19 socio-economic recovery.
Shipping delays impact supermarket supplies
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Despite cargo vessel delays, supermarkets say they will make sure their valued customers have all the supplies needed to celebrate Christmas.
Probation for punching 17-year-old
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Matauti-O-Teaio Taoro (Bruno) is to serve 18-months in probation after being convicted for assault with intent to rob.
Vodafone explains outage
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
A total power disruption at the main offices of Vodafone Cook Islands in Avarua caused the nationwide telecommunication services outage on Thursday, the company says.
‘World’s best hope’ 2021
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
The Cook Islands Government is urging the community to adhere to hygiene and other precautionary measures until a Covid-19 vaccine is made available next year.
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