Articles by Supplied

Ministry of Internal Affairs celebrates women leaders in Pa Enua

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has congratulated the female candidates elected as mayor and councillors at the 2024 Island Government Election held in August, saying it is a blueprint for others in the region to learn from and aspire to.

Mitiaro completes Southern Group Island Council swearing-in

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The last of the Southern Group islands to swear in their Island Council did so in true island style, according to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister.

Letter: Public payroll

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Two more job offerings in the newspaper by Cook Islands Investment Corporation. Your readers might want to have a look at CIIC's webpage and the small army of people standing proudly in the main picture.

Letter: PAC report

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The PAC report showed that only 13 out of 59 government entities, representing only 22 per cent, submitted their 2022-2023 performance reports. Forty-six (46) out of 59, which is 78 per cent of government entities, are not meeting their reporting obligations.

Letter: A call for political reform

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In an interview gathering exercise for a BBC podcast on seabed mining (SBM) over a week ago, I mentioned that we have disproportionate representation i.e. my one vote is worth about 10 Raro votes. You can see why government makes sure to buddy buddy with the pa enua.

Kata: Govt entities

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Puaikura, Matavera-Ngatangiia secures equaliser in Raro Comp

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Puaikura Football Club and Matavera-Ngatangiia showcased intense competition drawing 1-1 in the premier men's football Round Cup competition at Raemaru Park on Saturday.

Enhancing maritime sustainability, improve shipping connectivity

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

As an aim to enhance maritime sustainability, representatives from the Cook Islands joined others from Belize, and Solomon Islands at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) in London last month.

Letter: Regenerative education plans

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia Orana Editor,  I agree with Joe TP’s 10 points for improved education and have two more to add for regenerative education planning: #11 – Put into action a consistent system for training new teachers.  Our own Teacher’s College has, in the past, produced some excellent teachers. It does my heart good to see ones like […]

Letter: Credit where credit is due 

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, On Tuesday last week I reported to the Police that my watch had been stolen from my home.

Letter: ‘Please more action less words’

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, As a parent I’m in support of Joe TP’s letter of September 26 – “Tereora College on life support”.

Teen, 17, arrested after drunk driving accident

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

A crash involving a car smashing into a power pole has raised “plenty of concern”.

Commitment to providing quality primary care and oral health services

Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, Local, National

Visitors to the newly refurbished Te Puna Ora Tumanava complex – offering primary care and oral health services – will now experience top-class facilities prioritising health and safety.

Kata: Cooks robotics

Sunday 29 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: National Auditorium risk

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Thrilling matchups await in Round 10

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The round 10 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition today will see some exciting matches, with Puaikura facing Matavera-Ngatangiia at Raemaru Park and Tupapa Maraerenga FC hosting Nikao Sokattak at Victoria Park.

Reformer pilates comes to Raro

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The first and only reformer pilates studio opens on this coming Tuesday, October 1, in Rarotonga, with multi-talented fitness enthusiast and teacher Brynn Acheson at the helm, writes Serena Hunter.

Church Talk: The pursuit of true happiness

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Happiness is something we desire and long for in our pursuit of life, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Herrmann reappointed Secretary of Foreign Affairs and Immigration

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Tepaeru Herrmann has been reappointed as the Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) for a fourth consecutive term.

Juvenile crime concerns rise, ‘Parents need to start being parents’: Minister Mokoroa

Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

A fifth juvenile was arrested this week in Rarotonga, sparking concerns about the increasing rates of juvenile crime and prompting calls for greater parental involvement, community support and cooperation with law enforcement.