Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Recently installed automatic weather stations in several northern group islands will allow Cook Islands Meteorological Service staff to make better forecasts.
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is leading an effort to improve the gathering of data that can properly evaluate the impact tourism has on the environment and people’s lives.
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
Public health laws are critical to the physical, mental, social and economic wellbeing of individuals and the community and the Public Health Act 2004 just doesn’t cut it, says Health Secretary Dr Josephine Aumea Herman.
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Quarantine free travel between Cook Islands and New Zealand likely to start “a couple of weeks” after both sides have reached an agreement.
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The Kakerori Recovery Programme is an example of good conservation leadership, says local NGO Te Ipukarea Society.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
PM Mark Brown and other Pacific leaders have offered words of congratulations to the newly elected President and Vice President.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Border restrictions and limited flights throughout the Pacific due to the coronavirus pandemic continue to pose a challenge for OFC, prompting changes to the upcoming soccer calendar.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
With no confirmed cases since early September, Te Marae Ora health ministry has officially declared that the dengue outbreak in the Cook Islands is over.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
A serious health scare brought Ngatangiia MP Tamaiva Tuavera to his knees. Melina Etches sat down with Tuavera, who openly shared his story in the hope that other men will do the same especially during the month of November.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The scriptures that lead our lives are clear: a person’s life is known by its fruit, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane
Former Cook Islands prime minister Jim Marurai passed away peacefully at the age of 73, in his Ivirua home on the southern island of Mangaia, where he was born and raised. Veteran journalist Florence Syme-Buchanan pens a poignant tribute to the former leader.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"When executive government flaunts existing regulations; NES and the Ombudsman are unable to execute their duties; and public petitions are routinely derailed, we don’t need new laws. We need law enforcement."
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Culture, National
Being away from his grandchildren when the borders closed earlier this year, Tuhe Piho decided to redirect his energy and put his stories to print. His first book, ‘Magical Cook Islands Sunrise’, written in both Cook Islands Maori and English is the result.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and members of the public will take part in a global digital event promoting equal rights for LGBT+ community
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Environment, National
Government scientists believe stormy weather and extreme low tides may be causing corals in Rarotonga’s lagoon to bleach.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Defense lawyer asks court to put assault and driving case to rest due to accused's battle with leukemia.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
Hard work and sacrifice are the keys to success in any vocation, but commitment to faith and God will give rewards in life that are priceless.
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Local school Apii Te Uki Ou collected $35,000 from the ‘Iconic Kia Orana’ art auction.
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by E-Tangata | Published in New Zealand, Regional
The Recognised Seasonal Workers scheme, where Pacific islanders come annually to work on NZ orchards and farms, can be viewed as a continuation of colonial exploitation, write Litia Tuiburelevu and Hugo Wagner-Hiliau for online New Zealand magazine E-Tangata. This is the second in a 2-part series.
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
When we begin to respect and accept the differences we have with other people, it becomes easier for us to love and appreciate them.