Articles by Supplied

Cook Islands and Australia strengthen ties

Friday 15 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Senior officials from the Cook Islands and Australia gathered in Canberra late last month to advance shared priorities in the second annual Senior Officials Roundtable (SORT) with discussions focusing on strengthening cooperation under the 2022 ‘Oa Tumanava Partnership Agreement.

Church talk: “Do not look back”

Friday 15 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Have you ever wondered why some people are successful and others aren’t? writes Kayla Kaimarama Willie of the Latter-day Saints.

Nicholas coaching debut at Oceania 7s

Friday 15 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

On December 7, as the Oceania Rugby 7’s kicks off in Honiara, Solomon Islands, newly appointed Cook Islands Rugby Sevens National Coach, Clive Nicholas will make his coaching debut on the international stage.

Govt consultations in NZ for Cook Islanders

Friday 15 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National, New Zealand, Regional

The Cook Islands Government, led by Prime Minister Mark Brown, is preparing to engage with Cook Islands communities across Aotearoa New Zealand from November 18 to 22 in a week-long diaspora consultation.

Urgent alert: spear phishing email

Friday 15 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands government is advising the public to remain vigilant against a targeted spear phishing email campaign currently circulating in the Cook Islands.

Kata: Police reception

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Shared Cook Islands and France legacy honoured

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) Secretary, Tepaeru Herrmann, met with Her Excellency Laurence Beau, Ambassador of the French Republic to the Cook Islands, at MFAI offices yesterday.

Letter: Beware indeed of religious cults

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Pastor Cargill is right, we have to be on the lookout for religious cults.

Sustainable tourism expert visits Pa Enua

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Kelly Bricker, a sustainable tourism expert and Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) board member recently returned from Atiu with Tourism’s chief executive Karla Eggelton looking at ways of increasing tourism numbers to the Pa Enua.

Norman George: 'Copouts’ and destruction of police services

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

I did not know the level of Police services failures until I called at the Police Station about 10am two days ago on my business as a lawyer. Norman George writes.

Avatiu FC vs Tupapa-Maraerenga FC face off

Thursday 14 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The highly anticipated clash between Avatiu and Tupapa-Maraerenga football clubs is set to take place at Aretere Park, marking the third meeting between the two sides this season.

Kata: Islam

Wednesday 13 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: CI Visa

Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Football showdowns and unforgettable moments

Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Round 13 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup delivered an action-packed weekend, showcasing intense rivalries, standout performances, and dramatic turns across all divisions.

Letter: More MOE swanning around

Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Can anyone explain why the director of finance at MoE would be attending an early childhood education meeting in Fiji focussing on strengthening the provision of pre- and in-service professional development for early childhood educators recently?

Letter: Love and respect

Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

At last. It is with the greatest of love and respect that we wish to congratulate President Donald J. Trump elect on his timely return.

BCI signs with the Green Climate Fund

Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National

Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) is now accredited as a National Direct Access Entity accredited for Project management and on-lending and/or blending (for loans) following a signing ceremony at the Green Climate Fund (GCF) headquarters in South Korea.

Tupapa Panthers are Raro 7s champs

Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Tupapa Panthers showcased their dominance once again, reclaiming the 2024 Rarotonga Sevens title in a thrilling final against Veilomani.

Tupapa clinches Premier Men’s Comp

Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

A season of thrilling football came to an exciting conclusion with Tupapa-Maraerenga Football Club emerging as the Premier Men’s Champions and Avatiu FC claiming the coveted U18 Men’s Championship title in the 2024 Round Rarotonga Cup.

Polynesian leader’s group senior officials gather to progress Polynesian cooperation

Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Senior Officials of the Polynesian Leaders Group (PLG) met in French Polynesia last week to advance discussions on formalising governance arrangements through the development of a PLG Charter.