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Legacy waste project rolls on

Thursday 7 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Phase two of the Tu’anga Taporoporo/National Environment Service (NES), Te Titā ki te Titā kore programme, Rarotonga’s legacy waste project, has been extended until June 2025.

Kata: Repeat juvenile

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Round 13 football season kicks off today

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The football excitement continues at the CIFA Complex today with the grassroots teams set to kick off Round 13, showcasing the talent and passion of young athletes.

Michael Tavioni: Water tariff lacks commonsense

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

For today’s column I was writing about some other issue but two articles in last week’s Cook Islands News kept bothering me. Michael Tavioni writes.

Letter: Left High and Dry- Rarotonga's Water Inequality

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

As discussions about water supply and tariffs in Rarotonga intensify, it’s essential to recognise the diverse experiences of all community members who will be impacted by upcoming decisions. While some debate the introduction of water charges and varying service levels, many others—including my household, neighbours, and even local businesses—face the daily challenge of having no access to the public water supply at all.

Letter: We need collaborative water solutions

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Ms. Tere Carr does not represent all landowners connected to the ten water intakes.

Cooks represented in Creative Pacific Foundation event in Salt Lake City

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features

Cook Islands was well represented at the recently held Creative Pacific Foundation’s second annual marketplace and Fashion Show held in Sandy, Utah, - a suburb of the Salt Lake City valley, United States.

Smokies are back

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals

Some of our readers have asked when the Smoke Signals column will be back in print. Today we kick off with a few recent Smokie submissions from readers. If you feel there are wrongs that need righting or something that’s escaped public attention and needs airing, send us a Smokie by email to editor@cookislandsnews.com, or Messenger via Facebook to Cook Islands News. C’mon, Smoke it!

Round 12 football epic showdown

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Round 12 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup showcased the vibrant football culture in Rarotonga and the competitive spirit that defines this year’s tournament.

Cook Islands Tourism to Establish Destination Management Framework

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT) is leading an essential journey to develop a Destination Management Plan to guide tourism sustainably.

Kata: Water tariffs

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Don’t let facts get in the way of a good story

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

All seven species of migratory sea turtles are on the endangered list (Appendix 1) of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Letter: How hard can it be to get to paradise?

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

I live in Brisbane, and after chatting with a friend from the Cook Islands, I thought, why not jet off to a tropical island for a few days before Christmas.

Cooks Police in 2 weeks training session and training facility launched today

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, Local, National

Thirteen Police Officers will be part of a two-week session to strengthen their capabilities in assessing and utilising appropriate tactical options in dealing with offenders.

Kata: Deep sea symposium

Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

The Supreme combat fighting tournament brings international showdown to Rarotonga

Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Boxing, Sports

The highly anticipated Supreme Combat Fighting Tournament will make history at the National Auditorium in Rarotonga today.

Tupapa leads premier men’s division

Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa Maraerenga Football leads the Premier Men’s division with 29 points, while Titikaveka FC, in sixth place with seven points, seeking to climb the standings in today’s 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition.

Deep ocean groundings

Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Features, National, Weekend

Journalist Rachel Reeves shares insights and revelations from this week’s Deep Sea Symposium hosted by the Cook Islands Centre For Research (Te Puna Vai Marama).

Ribbons of Hope calls for community’s creativity

Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation are inviting members of the community to showcase their creativity at the ‘Ribbons of Hope’ Mannequin Decorating Competition on the November 30.

Kata: TAU shut-up!

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion