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11 November 2022

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Kiribati judge hopes to finally have day in court

An expatriate judge in Kiribati hopes he will get a chance to make his case on Tuesday over his controversial suspension three years ago.

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Aussie nursing students get a tropical dose of healthcare

Eight University of South Australia Bachelor of Nursing third-year students are visiting Rarotonga for a two-week study programme, immersing themselves in a different culture, a different health setting, and acquiring unique experiences.

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Singles OC1 and V1 results from Saturday, 20 Nov

The singles Iron races were run in two categories for the first time this year – the conventional OC1 canoes with rudders, and the rudderless V1 canoes which are dominant in Tahiti and are increasing in the other paddling countries of Hawaii, New Zealand, Australia and Cook Islands.

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Takuvaine wins

Takuvaine has succeeded against Arorangi in the Lotto Premier Men’s match on Saturday, winning 3-1. Arorangi took the lead through young Luke Tukaroa with a penalty in the first half. But it was for a short while as Takuvaine came back to equalise before the half time whistle. Takuvaine regrouped at half time and came […]

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It's all action

If conditions today are as brutal as Saturday – expect to see some outstanding paddling in the V6 Iron races. It will be all about teamwork today and based on Saturday’s V1 and OC1 results – the international Australian Crown Beach Kings is the team to watch. The international Boiler Boys crew are also expected […]

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Takuvaine face Arorangi

Today Takuvaine will make the trip towards the western side of the island as they will face Arorangi on home soil. Kicking off today’s games will be the Under 15 Girls at 1.30pm. In the Premier Men’s division Takuvaine will be keen to walk away with a win against Arorangi to keep their third place […]

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Symposium talks power of sport

The power of sport was the main theme at the opening of the two-day Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) symposium yesterday. New Zealand International Olympic Committee member, Barry Maister, highlighted the ‘culture’ of a national Olympic committee to the group of 80 participants at the symposium opening. He said the Cook Islands […]

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Roberts gets meeting moving

Renowned international trainer Keith Roberts has been pouring his energy into making Rarotonga athletes the best they can be. Roberts was one of the keynote speakers at yesterday’s CISNOC symposium opening where he spoke about what sport really is. Before his short speech, Roberts made the group of around 80 participants stand up and do […]

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McKee proves age no barrier

Jane McKee, 53, is living proof that age is just a number. She is definitely one to watch in today’s women’s OC1 race. McKee placed third overall in last year’s race, only a minute behind winner Lisa Curry and shows that age is no barrier when it comes to being competitive. McKee will again be […]

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Vaile ready to take on the world's best

The 2009 Cook Islands women’s singles lawn bowls champion Kanny Vaile will be taking on the world’s best in Norfolk Islands next week. As the winner of the 2009 Cook Islands national singles championships – Vaile earned the honour of competing at the World Champion of Champion tournament. The bowls tournament will run between November […]

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Matavera faces tough Sokattak

Defending soccer champions Nikao Sokattak will go head to head with Matavera and are overwhelming favourites to win this match. Matavera have a tough task on their hands to get anything from this match. – CIFA Media Draw and referee appointments for today at the Matavera school grounds: 4.45pm Premier Men, Ref: Tupou Patia assisted […]

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Sports symposium begins today

The Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) two day sports symposium will open today at the Takuvaine AOG Hall. International Olympic Committee member Barry Maister of New Zealand and chairman of Christchurch City Holdings will be among the keynote speakers at the two day conference. The symposium will begin with registrations of participants […]

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7s in training

Under the guidance of internationally renowned trainer Keith Roberts, the Rarotonga based sevens rugby players are improving their fitness and all round game performance ahead of the IRB Sevens Circuit early next year. A squad of 14 players are being put through their paces by Roberts who is pleased with their progress. The players have […]

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Born to paddle

Ngakau Toa steerer Tupuna Amo, of Avatiu, will participate in six race events during Vaka Eiva 2010, including his favourite – the 18km Avana Iron Challenge on Saturday. The Tahiti-born 20-year-old competed as a paddler in last year’s Pacific Mini Games 2009 held on Rarotonga. He has travelled to Tahiti for the sport, and this […]

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Keep it green

Kia orana tatou katoatoa, Welcome to you all, from all over the Pacific, to the Cook Islands for the seventh international Vaka Eiva. Once again we have an action packed programme of lagoon and open ocean racing for everyone from junior paddlers to our Senior Masters! We hope that you will have a fantastic week […]

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Boiler babes want 3rd win

The Te Tupu O Te Manava Boiler Babes are back again, shooting for the U19 championship title for the third consecutive year. Boiler Babes captain Raukura Ellison said that while she’s under pressure, felling the heat as steerer she’s looking forward to racing in her fourth Vaka Eiva. “We’ll just try our best and have […]

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Team lives up to name

With a team name like ‘Hoops! There it Is!’ – it’s no wonder this mixed basketball team took out the recent social mixed tournament. The team made up of Danny Williams, Geoffrey Halston, Conrad Piri, Henry Koteka, Charlie Hosking, Marlon Manglit, Moari Allsworth-Halston, Nana Manuela, Maire Browne and Tania Kermode were the team to beat […]

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Green as!

Canoeing Association enlists Eco Partners Vaka Eiva 2010 Eco Partners are ensuring this year’s tournament will be the most environmentally-friendly to date. The Cook Islands Trading Corporation (CITC), Snowbird Laundry, Vaima Water, Cook Islands News, and Club Raro have each implemented green-themed initiatives to be run in conjunction with the week-long international paddling competition. Vaka […]

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Tennis fundraiser success

The recent junior tennis tournament was an outstanding success with $3500 raised from food sales, tournament fees and generous donations. The Saturday fundraiser saw keen tennis players take to the courts for fun and competitive tennis games followed up with scrumptious kai prepared by the tennis kids and their parents. The funds raised will be […]

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20 new trees keep it green

Plant a tree and offset carbon emissions and help stabilise the coastline. This year, the National Environment Service, in conjunction with Vaka Eiva, will team up with the Muri Environment Care Group and the Muri community and landowners for the annual tree planting ceremony. To date, NES and Vaka Eiva paddlers have planted over 50 […]

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Super Nu!

Long-time paddler and nu enthusiast Reuben Dearlove believes the true nutritional benefits of the widely considered super-food are only just starting to be confirmed by science – and more discoveries about the positive properties of young coconut are due. Many paddlers consume the liquid inside nu (young coconut) during the recovery phase of training. The […]

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