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PM attends handover ceremony for Te Kukupa II

Friday 10 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister and Minister for Police and Foreign Affairs and Immigration Mark Brown is in Perth, Australia, to attend the Handover Ceremony of the Guardian Class Patrol Boat – the Cook Islands Police Patrol Boat (CIPPB) Te Kukupa II.

PM explores improved airlink

Friday 10 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Cook Islands and Fiji leaders have committed to bolster economic co-operation by working to improve transport links, streamlining labour mobility processes and supporting trade and investment growth during a meeting this week.

Kata: Election time

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

2022 Pacific Mini Games Athlete Profiles - Paddling

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands News profiles two athletes who will be representing the country in paddling for the Pacific Mini Games, which will get underway on June 17.

LETTERS: Stop relying on repeat boosters

Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Dear Editor, quite hard to believe we’re being told fourth booster shots are on the way.

Kata: Covering up

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Nikao Sokattak FC nominated for finals in New Zealand

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Ongoing travel restrictions and logistical challenges have forced the cancellation of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Champions League 2022 qualifying stage.

Electron sailors set sail on Aitutaki Lagoon

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sailing, Sports

The weather gurus co-operated and for two glorious days on Aitutaki Lagoon, Electron sailors and supporters from New Zealand, Rarotonga and Aitutaki enjoyed genuine hospitality and an exciting series of Electron yacht racing up close.

PET TALK: The challenges for birthing animals

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

She is tired, lying on her side, exhausted. The last few days have been hard, uncomfortable, and unsettled she has not felt like eating.

LETTERS: Why does the Cook Islands not have a premier netball team?

Wednesday 8 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

Dear Editor, as a netball follower for many years I have often wondered why the Cook Islands have not had an ANZ premiership team to take advantage of the diaspora of talent in New Zealand.

Cooks strengthen maritime surveillance capabilities

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for aerial surveillance services with Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) director-general Dr. Manu Tupou-Roosen in Fiji last week.

Four recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Four distinguished Cook Islanders were named the recipients of the prestigious Queen’s Birthday Honours to mark the Platinum Jubilee.

Kata: Booster shot

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

OPINION: Three tough Kuki's

Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

I have, very recently been somewhat amazed and impressed with the life story of three particular people, here on Rarotonga, whom I would classify ‘Real Warriors and No Whinners’ at all.

Kata: Inflation

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands sends eight-member team to Oceania Area Championships

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

Athletics Cook Islands is pleased to have a strong team of athletes heading off to Mackay Australia for the Oceania Area Championships starting next week on June 7.

OPINION: The audacity of hopelessness and the slippery slope of morality

Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion

This column is part of a few which I have entitled " Oversimplifications".

Kata: Trader Jack

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kia Orana Values embedded into badminton experience

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports

Starting with the player packs which were handed to the players during the opening ceremony by a representative from the Bank of Cook Islands (a tournament sponsor), with the contents representing the hard work of the Badminton Cook Islands organising committee.

Church Talk: Breaking the poverty spirit

Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Having this opportunity every six weeks to write articles on so many important aspects that I hope will influence all our lives is such a privilege for me.