Articles by Supplied

Letter: ‘You’re missing the point, PM’

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

So the Prime Minister is now comparing the petition of 3400 signatures to tell his Government that his people are not happy with the water situation. How to belittle your own people.

Letter: Democracy in action!

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Kia Orana. Once upon a time, democratic principles meant that the people told their elected Members of Parliament what they wanted and this actually worked. Recently the “people” presented a petition to Parliament, signed by many individuals, telling the Government that they do not wish to see the imposition of water meters and charges … Simple! Democracy in action!

Kata: Water tarrifs

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Neururer, Skurosz victorious in gruelling Adventure Race

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The lagoon in Titikaveka could not have been more perfect for the PTS & Uncle Toms Adventure Race which was held Saturday afternoon.

Battle for supremacy

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Puaikura and Tupapa Maraerenga will clash today and tomorrow in round three Rarotonga football competition, marking their first encounter this season at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Letter: Bring back real competition!

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re: Aug 7th 2024 article, pg 3, Te Maeva Nui prize awards night.

Grassroots and U18 teams take the field in Rarotonga football round three opener

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The third round of Rarotonga football competition 2024 kicks off today at 4.15 pm, featuring our young grassroots stars, the U6s, U8s, and U10s mixed teams, on CIFA Field 1.

Kata: Vape

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Former Tereora students dig deep for college projects

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Features, Memory Lane, National, Weekend

Tereora College Former Students Association president Teina Etches was overwhelmed by the strong support of former students who attended the Projects Fundraiser Dinner held late last month.

Cook Islands to host 300 delegates at 15th Pacific Water summit

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Cook Islands will be hosting close to 300 people at the 15th Pacific Water and Wastewater Conference and Expo as well as the 8th Pacific Water and Wastewater Ministers Forum set to be held from September 2-6 in Rarotonga.

Puaikura runs riot vs Avatiu

Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Avatiu’s Aretere Park witnessed a sensational clash in round two of the 2024 Rarotonga football season as Puaikura trounced Avatiu 7-1 in the Premier Men’s Division over the weekend.

Letter: Anyone in the office?

Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Has anyone tried to get hold of Internal Affairs lately? The office is there to serve the public but I think they have forgotten that.

Tourism joins prestigious global sustainable council

Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT) had announced its new membership in the prestigious Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Kata: Maire Nui

Monday 5 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Ura pa'u

Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Virtues in Paradise: Virtues are our superpowers

Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

There is a silver thread of unity amongst all faiths and cultures that is the foundation of our beliefs and the key to our wellbeing.

Intense rivalry expected in R2

Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

This weekend promises thrilling encounters as round two of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season gets underway. Avatiu will host Puaikura at Aretere Park, while Nikao Sokattak takes on Matavera-Ngatangiia at the CIFA Complex.

‘Muddy fun’ promised at Adventure Race

Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Cook Islands Triathlon Association is excited to host the Uncle Tom’s & PTS Adventure Race this afternoon.

Kata: Monitor vapers

Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Church Talk: Jesus is the living Gospel

Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The gospel is a term that comes from the old English word ‘godspell’ which means ‘good news’, writes Reverend Mata Tumu-Makara of the Cook Islands Christian Church.