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Capping visitor numbers

Monday 1 August 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

Cook Islanders seem to be divided about whether there should be a ‘cap’ on tourism numbers, according to a recent poll.

‘Not sure’ tops paper’s pre-election poll results

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

The outcome of the 2022 General Election appears to be uncertain, just two days out from the country going to the polls.

What is our excuse for the loss of our language and cultural values?

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Curator and manager of the Cook Islands Library and Museum, Jean Tekura Mason recently returned from Tahiti where she attended the country’s 141st Heiva.

Marjorie Tua’inekore Crocombe – An exceptional life

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, Memory Lane

Marjorie and Ron Crocombe lived up to exacting standards in their personal and professional lives and their combined efforts impacted and inspired uncountable others. We were privileged to know them, writes former USP director Rod Dixon.

Mark Brown country’s ‘preferred PM’

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in National, Politics

A poll conducted by Cook Islands News has revealed a divided electorate in the lead-up to this year’s election, however a large percentage prefer Prime Minister Mark Brown to lead the country.

Swimmers off to great start

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Commonwealth Games, Sports

Team Cook Islands made an excellent start to their 2022 Commonwealth Games campaign early yesterday (Cook Islands time).

Titikaveka hoping to maintain unbeaten run in finals showdown

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Netball, Sports

Arch rivals Titikaveka will take on Avatiu in the Rarotonga Netball Club competition premier final this afternoon.

LETTERS: Anti-Corruption Committee ‘has been active’

Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Dear Editor, on behalf of the Anti-Corruption Committee (ACC), I wish to offer the following comments regarding matters raised in Mr Scott’s columns last Friday and Saturday, ‘Democracy is under threat’ (22-23 July 2022).

Pacific nations add colour, oils to Games opening ceremony

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Five years of build-up has become a reality after the 22nd Commonwealth Games began in Birmingham in England on Friday morning.

Cook Islanders get ready to go to the polls

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Cook Islanders go to the polls on August 1st to choose a new 24 member parliament.

NZ Air Force delivering critical freight to Kiribati and Fiji

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional

A New Zealand Air Force Hercules is delivering crucial water infrastructure to help Kiribati cope with a severe drought.

Commonwealth Games off to a spectacular start

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Commonwealth Games, Sports

A Commonwealth Games that once appeared doomed exploded into life with a dazzling opening ceremony that put a modern spin on a sporting event often seen as a relic of the British Empire’s colonial past.

Kata: Voting in Mangaia

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTERS: ‘We are here to serve’

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write with respect to the recent comments about the timing of the launch of the MFEM (Ministry of Finance and Economic Management) Strategic Plan and conducting of Government business by the public sector.

Final touches before cultural festival gets underway

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

The young dancers of Pukapuka’s Te Maeva Nui team are excited and looking forward to their performances in the Tauranga Vananga (Ministry of Cultural Development) organised cultural festival which starts today with the official opening and float parade at the Constitution Park.

Special care voting for residents in Mangaia

Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics

Efforts are being made to ensure ballot boxes reach the homes of voters who are isolating due to Covid-19 in Mangaia.

France pays out on nearly 100 nuclear compo claims

Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in French Polynesia, Regional

The French nuclear compensation commission CIVEN says last year it paid out US$16.6 million to victims of France's nuclear weapons tests.

Commonwealth Games 2022 begins: Follow live updates

Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Five years of build-up are set to become a reality as the 22nd Commonwealth Games begin in the English city of Birmingham.

LETTERS: 'Where are our dancing teams?'

Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Dear Editor, at the opening of the BTIB Trade Days Expo at the Punanga Nui yesterday (Wednesday 27 July), marking the beginning of what should be Te Maeva Nui and Constitution week, it was disappointing not to see a Cook Islands dance team entertaining the crowds.

Kata: Election Promises

Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion