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Asian bank loan provides millions in Covid-19 assistance

Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

The Beijing-based Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has approved a US$20 million (NZ$28 million) loan to the Cook Islands to meet a cash crunch caused by Covid-19 pandemic.

Economy


Showing love at Christmas time

Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National

Despite receiving negative comments, Movember group members drive initiative to bring Christmas joy to inmates at Arorangi Prison.

Local


Bid to get charges dropped in bush knife case

Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

The defence counsel of a young woman who is alleged to have threatened a man with a bush knife is hoping to have charges withdrawn.

Crime


Oceania football makes further changes for 2021

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Executive Committee has agreed to further changes to OFC’s football calendar for 2021.

Football


Takairangi joins Super League club

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports

Super League club Hull Kingston Rovers is excited with the depth Brad Takairangi will provide in a number of positions after signing the Cook Islander on a two-year deal.

League


Tourism celebrates pre-Covid success

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Although 2020 has been tough on everyone with the tourism industry hit the hardest, the Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards was a happy gathering of the community.

Local


Improving workplace safety for public servants in the Pa Enua

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has been encouraged to live up to its responsibility and ensure Rakahanga island government wharf workers are provided with safety gear to protect against injury when offloading cargo vessels.

National


In nasty weather it's better safe than sorry, official say

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Ports Authority has plans in place for any cyclone emergency.

National


Christmas cheer in Rarotonga

Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

A bumper crowd gathered at the Punanga Nui Market Wednesday night for Rotaract Rarotonga’s annual Christmas in the Market.

Local


Revived passion for tennis

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Tennis Cook Islands wants all those that have felt a new or revived passion for tennis to look towards 2021.

Other Sports


OPINION: 'No reward other than a grateful society'

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Lawyers are citizens and they have duties to uphold the rule of law and, by implication, speak out. As do lawyers here who are members of the Cook Islands Law Society. By John M Scott.

Editorials


Award-winning soldier: Serving provides a greater purpose in life

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Cook Islander Staff Sergeant Tokahaumata Oltaches-Tagavaitau says her parents have always told her that the uniform she wears is not a job or profession but is her calling.

Local


Fun in the hot Pukapuka sun

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands

The long, hot lazy days of summer have arrived in Pukapuka.

National


Mongoose support Walk for Life

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The active Mongoose sports group have donated $640 to the Cook Islands Sports & National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) president Hugh Graham in support of the Leaders Walk for Life.

Local


Fraudsters target online shoppers

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Crime, National

Holiday shoppers are being advised to watch out for online fraud and fake websites impersonating local companies.

Crime


Stay ‘watchful’ this festive season

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Police and a local security firm are calling on the public to remain vigilant at home and in public, even though this year is on target to have the lowest annual theft rate in 10 years.

Crime


Tropical Cyclone Zazu watched closely

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Meteorological Service continues to monitor Tropical Cyclone Zazu and keep the public informed through social media and radio platforms.

National


‘No chance’ of facing charges

Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois’ case has not been adjourned as ‘sine die’.

Crime

Williamson goes all ‘Gunz’ blazing to set golf record

Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Kris “Gunz” Williamson shot a sub-60 round – one of the most elusive and difficult things to achieve in golf – during a tournament at Rarotonga Golf Club in Nikao.

Other Sports


Matavera, Turangi crowned champions

Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports

A number of firsts dominated the 2020 Rarotonga Cricket Club competition finals on Saturday.

Cricket


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