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Sports
Close to 200 players turn up for Badminton Challenge
The first night of the five-week Social Elite Challenge saw more than 170 players take to the courts representing their workplaces, government departments and family.
Strong challenge at Kumete Athletics Competition
This year’s Kumete Athletics Competition saw a strong challenge from Tupapa who came a close second to Arorangi as overall winners, says the president of Athletics Cook Islands, Simone Fe’ao.
Puaikura goes all out for much-needed win
Puaikura face a “must win” situation when they host Takuvaine in the round 13 feature match in the Van’s premier men’s competition at home today.
CIRU suspends players, spectators
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) has dished out harsher penalties on intruders involved in the brawl during the Cook Islands International 7s final at the BCI Stadium earlier this month, than they have on the players implicated.
Every child has a right to play
The popular and exciting Just Play Village Festival to be held tomorrow at Victoria Park from 2.30pm onwards will celebrate Every Child’s Right to Play for International Children’s Day.
Rugby mourns shock loss of Lomu
The rugby world is mourning the shock loss of All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu, who passed away unexpectedly in Auckland early yesterday, aged 40.
Nikao youngsters shine in upset win
As a rainbow appeared after a slight drizzle on a dull Saturday afternoon, Nikao youngsters breathed new life into the Sokattak side after an impressive show to post a dazzling 2-1 win over Tupapa Maraerenga.
Fun day enjoyed at the golf course
Local photographer and island personality Ronnie Siulepa was out and about with his camera on Saturday, busy taking photos at a variety of locations including the Rotary Bob Boyd Memorial Golf Ambrose Tournament. He also found time to see who was out and about at the Hula Bar and the always popular Punanga Nui Market. Meitaki maata to Ronnie for generously sharing his photos of a great weekend on The Rock.
Rugby World Cup played out on Aitutaki
Aitutaki’s Araura College got into the Rugby World Cup spirit by wearing their support on their sleeves getting behind their favourite teams by dressing in their colours in the week of the Rugby World Cup final.
It's do or die for cricketers
It’s do or die for teams in the running for the title in The Computer Man men and women’s competitions this weekend.
Hosting opportunity for volleyball
The Cook Islands Volleyball Federation (CIVF) is considering hosting the AVC Beach Volleyball Continental Cup Phase III Olympic Qualifiers.
CIRU awaits rugby brawl decision
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) has reiterated it does not condone violence on the field following the incident during the Cook Islands International 7s final last week.
Paddling festival buzz begins
Expect stronger cultural connections and a distinct carnival feel at this year’s Matson Shipping-sponsored Vaka Eiva Festival.
Learning experience for home team
Despite losing in their opening two matches, for the Cook Islands women’s pair Jackie Rongo and Amelia Moetaua, the Eastern and Central Zone Beach Volleyball Championship have been a learning experience.
Weekend Sports Draws
CRICKET The cricket competition continues today.
PNG will be ready for regional games
Members of the Pacific Games Council are satisfied with progress of construction of sporting venues in Papua New Guinea for the Pacific Games in July.
Baudinet serves up for national pride
Local tennis player Brett Baudinet is set to get acquainted with his tennis racquet again after being selected for the Pacific team to contest the Asia-Pacific Tennis League playoffs later this month.
Final farewell for sportsman
Dedicated sportsman and sports administrator Tony Hole was laid to rest yesterday with family and friends from around the globe gathering together to share the good times they spent with Tony.
Adopted countries feel the love
Saturday 8: Our children are paving the way by coming to the airport all hours to welcome our participants for the WYNC and it just adds that extra touch to all the hard work by all those involved in making these championships a success story from day one. Titikaveka College came out to meet their […]
St Jo's kids welcome the Aussies
Saturday 8: Over 40 ei were made by the parents and teachers of St Joseph’s School and not only were there enough for the Australian team but the children gladly shared them out with the New Zealand team as well. The children sang ‘Waltzing Matilda’ as the Australian team members made their way out of […]
Wear your I.D.
Saturday 8: On the eve of the World Youth Netball Competition happening, WYNC and PMG09 Security Coordinator Tearoa Tini Snr is emphatic that only people with officially recognised identification will be allowed into or near the Telecom Sports Arena. Security will be supported by the Cook Islands Police headed by Inspector Tere Patia. Their role […]
A lot at stake!
Saturday 8: Kia Orana Tatou and welcome to what’s left of me after a very, very busy week indeed. The World Youth Netball Championships are two days away from the first whistle, where we will see our very own Cook Islands maidens take on the might of Wales. I hope you all have tickets for […]