Articles by Supplied

Letter: Call for sustainable waste disposal

Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, With the climate change COP-29 coming up, I think it is timely to consider what Pacific Small Island Developing States (“SIDS”) can do to help reduce impacts of greenhouse gases. It is also relevant to talk about disposal of plastic wastes, because the 5th International Negotiating Committee for the new global Plastics Treaty will take place next month.

Cook Islands youth ambassadors to attend High School Summit in Japan

Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) last week held a final orientation session for the five students selected to represent the Cook Islands at the High School Summit on World Tsunami Awareness Day 2024 in Japan.

Cook Islanders return from US Leadership Fellowship inspired to make a difference

Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Two Cook Islanders who participated in the second US–Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship described the annual programme as an eye opener.

Letter: Prioritise people over passport

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re-Cook Island Passport. Unwanted, full stop. I’m a proud Cook Islander and have a full understanding of the meaning of being a New Zealand citizen. What a privilege.

Kata: Chooks corner

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cost-benefit analysis of seabed mining shared at symposium

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Professor Christopher Fleming, who specialises in natural resource economics and tourism economics, among other areas of research, at Australia’s Griffith University, will share two cost-benefit analyses of seabed mining at the Deep Ocean Symposium in Rarotonga on October 31.

CIIC to begin tree rehabilitation and beautification work at Panama Reserve

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has announced the tree trimming, pruning and rehabilitation at the Panama Reserve will commence on Monday (today) as part of the Te Tau Papa o Avarua/Avarua Town Plan.

2019-2023: Empowering women, saving lives in the Cook Islands

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane

In January 2019, Bluesky (formerly Telecom and now Vodafone) and the Ministry of Health conducted a “Text Health Cancer Awareness” programme. Over 7000 texts raised $18,000 which went towards cancer screening initiatives.

‘Love, Hope and Faith’: From community outreach to medical innovation 2013-2018

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane

The New Zealand High Commissioner, Mr John Carter and Mrs Leoni Carter, were farewelled in July 2013. John was instrumental in procuring “pre-loved bras” donated from Curves Gym in Kerikeri, Northland. These bras were distributed to the women of the Northern Group islands.

Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation: A history of advocacy and resilience 2003-2012

Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane

The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) was born out of a grassroots movement in 2003, driven by a group of dedicated women determined to raise awareness and support for breast cancer in the Cook Islands. Dawn Baudinet, the immediate past president of the Foundation, explores the foundation’s journey, from its inception to its significant achievements in promoting breast health and providing vital services to the community.

Excitement builds for the Cook Islands Games Football finals

Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The countdown is on! Today, the CIFA Complex in Matavera will host the much-anticipated finals of the Cook Islands Games Football Competition 2024, kicking off at 9am.

Kata: Tourism consultation

Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: TMO Mammogram

Friday 18 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Minister Mac

Friday 18 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Proposed Cook Islands passport

Friday 18 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The discussion around the introduction of a Cook Islands passport versus retaining the New Zealand passport touches on key issues related to identity, practicality, and global mobility.

Church Talk: Faith-driven, not fear-driven

Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Jesus Christ is perfect love, and perfect love casts out all fear. He that fear is not made perfect, fear is torment but God is love. Be faith-driven, not fear-driven, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church of the Cook Islands.

Public invited to shape the future of tourism

Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is inviting the community to a public information session to discuss the responsible management of tourism in the country.

Kata: TTV

Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Ponia returns from Harvard Fellowship in United States  

Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Local, National

Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) chief of staff Ben Ponia has returned to the Cook Islands following an enriching three-week experience in the United States, a statement from OPM said.

Kata: Immigration and Customs

Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion