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Covid response meeting with Chinese govt
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
Ten Pacific nations including Cook Islands participated in a meeting with China on Sunday, where the global Covid-19 pandemic was discussed.
‘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.
Cook Islander name NZ Soldier of the Year
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islander and Staff Sergeant Tokahaumata Oltaches-Tagavaitau, who received the award a week ago, hopes she can pass her own inspiration on to Pasifika youth.
Hope amidst despair
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
A latest survey shows 74 per cent of businesses in the Cook Islands are confident that they will survive the Covid-19 crisis.
Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
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.
Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
MPs attend intake tour
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
French national denied travel
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
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.
ADB approve loan for Covid-19 support
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
A loan recently signed by the Government will provide $20 million towards Covid-19 financial assistance for businesses and individuals.
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.
Orange the world for White Ribbon
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in
The White Ribbon campaign march moved swiftly through town on Wednesday, arriving at the Punanga Nui market in no time.
Covid-19 won't stop family reunion this holiday season
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For many years leading up to Christmas, family reunions were the norm, when hundreds of families would fly into Rarotonga from overseas. For one family, this year's event may be quieter but Covid-19 won't get in the way of their plans.
One day parliament sitting insufficient, Opposition says
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
A speedy one-day sitting of Parliament later this week has drawn the ire of the Opposition Democratic Party.
Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Bubble or go bust: survey says businesses burning through cash
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
A new Private Sector Taskforce report reveals the stark reality of what the future looks like for many businesses in the Cook Islands if the country’s border remains closed.
Licences for four new internet service providers paves the way for competition
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Four new local internet operators have been granted licences in a bid to improve services and provide competition to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Rare milkfish harvest carried out in Mitiaro
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
On Friday, the Arongamana of Mitiaro agreed to lift the Ra’ui on the lake of Mitiaro to harvest the freshwater milkfish.
