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Dinning table: Little Poly where expectations meet reality
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
Driving past Little Polynesian Restaurant (Little Poly) in Titikaveka, I always wondered the kind of dining experience they offered. So when the opportunity came to dine at this poolside restaurant, no was not an option.
Local hot sauce gets overseas rating
Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
Paul’s Raro Hot Sauce is bringing together a love of all things chilli and a desire to put hot sauce from our little island on the overseas market.
‘Holistic’ approach to strengthening, improving healthcare in Cook Islands
Saturday 22 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local
There is a new private medical clinic on Rarotonga. Holistic Medical provides a full range of general practice, minor accident and medical services for the community.
Restaurateur says ‘save’ the cooking oil
Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
A long serving restaurateur is suggesting there is a market for tackling waste cooking oil in the Cooks.
Maungaroa to become Cook Islands' first world heritage site
Saturday 15 July 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Art, Features, Go Local
One of the last artefacts of pre-Christianity life in the Cook Islands is on the verge of becoming the country’s first world heritage site.
Health and Beauty: Indulge and Relax at Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa
Wednesday 5 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Go Local
Indulge, relax and revitalise your body and inner being at the secluded Te Manava Luxury Villas & Spa, nestled on the sandy shores of stunning Muri Lagoon.
Indulge in luxury at Pacific Resort Rarotonga’s new nail salon and massage room
Thursday 22 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Go Local
Pacific Resort Rarotonga is thrilled to announce the opening of “Pacific Lounge” – their new nail salon and massage room – offering guests the ultimate in pampering and relaxation.
Aitutaki’s One Foot Island beach among world’s best
Friday 19 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Go Local, National, Tourism
One of Cook Islands’ renowned beaches has been named among the world’s best in a recent poll.
Matavera Cook Islands Christian Church prepares for 34th General Assembly
Thursday 18 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
The Matavera Ekalesia Church are preparing for the 34th Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) General Assembly which will be held from July 9-16, 2023.
Teen launches online store selling pre-loved games
Saturday 13 May 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Go Local
The mantra of a 15-year-old Cook Islands boy who has kick-started his own business selling second-hand video games around the country is ‘just do it’.
Furniture Centre: Beating cooler days with ‘hot’ deals
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Businesses are getting ready for the Mother’s Day rush.
Mother's Day: Gift your mum something special
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Shop at Island Craft Limited and choose exclusive, unique bouquets designed to impress your mum on Mother’s Day.
Mother's Day: Dine-in-deal at OTB this Mother’s Day
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
Are you looking for a place to give your mum a treat this Mother’s Day?
Mother's Day: Resorts offer buffet specials
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Features, Go Local
People are expecting to plate up on Mother’s Day, with most of the resorts offering buffet deals.
Mother's Day: Treasure your mum
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Supermom Lotiola Mateariki is the driving force behind the success of her children’s Te Mire Ura achievements with five of her children getting crowned the Cook Islands cultural dancing champions.
Baby gear in hot demand
Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Go Local
High demand for baby gear in the Cook Islands means a new business which was originally conceived as a pop-up shop will now open six days a week. Joanne Holden reports.
Breanaa’s customised chair for quality of life
Thursday 27 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Breanaa Vogel Goldsworthy is sporting her brand new customised Little Wave Flip wheelchair which features the colour she actually got to choose - purple, using her Eye Gaze computer device.
New eatery proves to be a hit
Saturday 22 April 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Go Local
It’s a combined effort for a husband and wife team who have transformed a ramshackle facility into a retail and eatery outlet in the heart of Rarotonga.
‘I’m everywhere’: Meet Titikaveka Community Patrol’s sole officer
Thursday 20 April 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Go Local
James ‘Big John’ Mataa has been watching over his village as sole officer of the Titikaveka Community Patrol ten hours a night, every night for the past five years. Joanne Holden reports.
Cook Islands hairdresser expands business
Wednesday 19 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
A Rarotonga businesswoman has opened her second hair salon business to give local and visiting customers another grooming option to choose from.
