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Articles by Legacy Author
A call for regional unity
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
The impact of Covid-19, devastating effects of climate change and natural disasters and the fragile economic health of the Pacific region were the topics of discussion at the second virtual Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting held yesterday.
Government House featured in new book of official residences
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
Cook Islands Government House is featured in a new book that brings together a unique group of official residences for the first time.
Opposition demands report release
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
According to Democratic Party Opposition, the Transport ministry has been advised not to release the report into the tragic disappearance of a seven-year old boy, who was lost overboard on a ship.
Paving a clearer road map for safety in the tourism Industry
Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy
“The actions of our promise will keep the Cook Islands safe,” stated former Prime Minister Henry Puna during the opening of Kia Orana Plus training video last week.
Kia Orana Plus to 70 businesses
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism’s Kia Orana Plus which is in its fifth and final week has had over 70 businesses across Rarotonga and Aitutaki taking part.
Seabed minerals committee 'a voice for the community'
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Environment
A seabed minerals advisory committee has been established to provide community perspectives to the Government on the development of the seabed minerals sector.
Putting on a 'Sweet & Sour' show
Thursday 24 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Entertainment
New Zealand-born, Samoan Cook Islander producer Jawsh 685 has released another single following chart-topping success of ‘Savage Love (Laxed – Siren Beat)’ with Jason Derulo.
Man escapes serious injury in bike crash
Monday 7 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Crime
Another driver has escaped serious injury in a crash, this time at Arorangi.
League prepares for Cook Is Games
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in League
The upcoming Cook Islands Games will serve as a perfect fresh for rugby league referees and officials after Covid-19 affected the 2020 season.
International fan travel experiences on sale
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in League
Fans from around the globe can now secure their seat at Rugby League World Cup 2021 (RLWC2021), for what promises to be the biggest and best edition in the tournament’s history, after international fan travel experiences went on sale yesterday.
Traditional gifting should be dropped in trying times
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
A Samoan culture expert and academic says the elimination of the ‘malo usu’ custom of gifting from the country’s cultural practices would not be considered disrespectful.
Registration reminder as deadline for Round Raro Race nears
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Other Sports
Participants have less than a week to register for the 43rd Round Rarotonga Road Race to be held later this month.
Study into wastewater
Monday 31 August 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Environment
Infrastructure Cook Islands is conducting a coastal investigation off Avana and Muri.
Agriculture Bill seems 'oppressive' say growers
Monday 31 August 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Politics
The new Agriculture Bill seems more focused on collecting fines and private information and seizing property, than on growing the country’s primary industries, says the Opposition.
Meeting to challenge eviction
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
A legal advisor for Aronga Mana landowners is proposing a meeting of all landowners of Ngati Teaia and Nukupure 3C to decide the future of the Muri community hall and clinic.
Cook Islands News appoints new editor and senior journalists
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
Cook Islands News has appointed senior journalist Rashneel Kumar to lead the paper through a challenging time for the country and the world.
'Tough guy' of rugby, but Papa Teava showed his compassion in community
Monday 24 August 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
The Police and Rugby Union paid tribute this weekend to the late Papa Teava Iro, who passed away on Saturday.
Wilkie Rasmussen: Northern self-reliance
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, Self-determination in the Northern Group islands is dead. Let's look at the pearl industry.
Covid-19 putting stresses on Pacific women
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Small World
Pacific women leaders have urged governments and communities to ensure that women and girls are protected from violence related to stresses caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Dr Collin Tukuitonga: NZ-Pacific bubble is the priority
Thursday 28 May 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Opinion
OPINION: Much has been made of the desirability of a ‘trans-Tasman’ bubble with quarantine-free air travel as a priority. There are compelling reasons for this idea and it is politically difficult to ignore.
