| Cook Islands at the 2006 Commonwealth Games | |
|---|---|
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| CGF code | COK |
| CGA | Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee |
| Website | www |
| in Melbourne, Australia | |
| Competitors | 32 |
| Flag bearers | Opening: Closing: |
| Medals |
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| Commonwealth Games appearances (overview) | |
The Cook Islands is represented at the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Melbourne by a 32-member strong contingent comprising 32 sportspersons and no officials.
 |  |  | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cook Islands | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Athletes included Myra Moller, Sam Pera, Jr. and Sam Nunuku Pera. [2]
The Rugby sevens side included Richard Piakura.
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