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Identifying buildings for disaster response
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) surveying team are conducting an exposure survey on all existing buildings including businesses and homes in Rarotonga, and later in Aitutaki.
Debate over Pa Enua tax policy begins
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands
Pa Enua MPs stand to earn an extra $200 per week thanks to a new Bill that alters the tax-free threshold for those living in the outer islands.
Cops ‘swing’ back into ticketing
Wednesday 1 February 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cops nabbed motorists on Rarotonga yesterday with 11 traffic infringements handed out by Tuesday afternoon.
Proposed regulations promote multi-sector utilities regulator
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology
People could have a better idea about what they’re getting charged for in their power bill under proposed new regulations.
Fire hydrants and valves to be exposed to enable access
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Fire hydrants and valves which have been buried along the main road from Matavera towards Tupapa have been marked and will be raised.
Araura College’s Lockington takes a break from teaching
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Aitutaki resident Gaylyn Lockington has taken a break from the teaching profession and is focusing on spending more time with her parents.
Owner asked to put his dog down: Police
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A dog owner in Avatiu has been told to put his dog down.
Making a splash: Weather office predicts ‘odd heavy rainfall’
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Despite the heavy rain yesterday, cousins Ordine Nga, Gabriella Napa and Nancy Mataio set out to enjoy a swim at the Avarua Harbour.
Tourists stranded as Backlog of flights continues
Tuesday 31 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Travel
A backlog of flights is likely to remain for at least another week in Rarotonga, as the Auckland floods disrupt travel plans for thousands of visitors, with some people having to rebook for the end of the week.
Tupapa K-11, Muri claim cricket titles
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports
Tupapa K-11 were crowned the new men’s champions while Muri retained the women’s title in the Rarotonga Cricket Club competition finals on Saturday.
Kiribati reportedly returning to the Pacific Islands Forum
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Kiribati, Regional
Forum Chair, the Fiji Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, said his office has received a letter confirming this intention from the Kiribati President, Taneti Maamau.
Touch starts
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association commences their season today at the BCI National stadium with the open men and women's category.
Davina takes part in leadership programme
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Tennis
Eight women from the Pacific including Cook Islands’ Davina Hosking-Ashford were in Melbourne to graduate from the Pacific Women Leaders in Tennis programme and watch all the action at the Australian Open finals over the weekend.
Series levelled in a thriller
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports
India vs New Zealand – T20 Series – 2nd T20i. New Zealand 99 for 8 in 20 overs (Santner 19, Arshdeep 2/7, Chahal 1/4) lost to India 101 for 4 in 19.5 overs (Suryakumar 26*, Bracewell 1/13) by 6 wickets with 1 ball remaining.
Ruta Mave: The silence is deafening
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The Silence of the Lambs is a horror thriller movie from 1991 about a serial killer psychologist Hannibal Lecter helping FBI agent Clarice Starling to track down another serial killer, writes Ruta Mave.
Podcaster launches digital card to help people ‘save money’
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Businesswoman and podcaster, Chantal Napa launched Chantal’s Digital Card earlier this month with the aim to help people save money on Rarotonga when shopping, dining and enjoying activities.
Liquid ibuprofen in stock amidst shortage in NZ
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
A leading Cook Islands pharmacy is asking customers to be “considerate” with purchases of liquid ibuprofen following a shortage in its supply in New Zealand.
Marijuana possession laws ‘dated’, says PM
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the country’s laws on cannabis possession are ‘quite dated’.
PM: New High Commissioner to be announced ‘within the month’
Monday 30 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown won’t be drawn into who might be shortlisted for the Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand job.
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