Articles by Supplied

Letter: PM Brown’s departure tax proposal

Monday 8 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I have to say, when I first read Prime Minister Mark Brown offer departure tax as a possible solution to pay for water (PM: Free water for households, June 22, Cook Islands News), because it was linked more directly towards visitors, who are responsible for the extra water consumption, I was more than a little flabbergasted.

Kata: Crash

Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Church talk: Embracing God’s Abundance in Our Lives

Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Living in the Cook Islands, surrounded by the blue Pacific Ocean and vibrant island culture, it's easy to see the blessings that God has bestowed upon us. Yet, amidst the beauty, we often face challenges that test our faith and resilience, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Virtues in Paradise: The Power of your word

Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

Many things happen in life that we cannot control. Yet, according to scripture, the main reason we’re here is to master ourselves, to use our free will and self-control to choose writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Kata: Ports

Thursday 4 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Medicinal marijuana

Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Pet Talk: Diagnosing Ciguatera / Fish Poisoning in Dogs and Cats

Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Ciguatera poisoning is a type of foodborne illness caused by consuming fish that have accumulated ciguatoxins, which are produced by marine microorganisms, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

Kata: US Supreme Court

Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Reliable and credible information?

Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I was also interested to read about the education debate in Parliament last month. Leader of the Opposition, Honourable MP Tina Browne, shared her concern about the low academic achievements of Tereora College students. I am interested to know the source of this information.

Low yacht revenue despite ‘booming’ Aitutaki traffic

Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Port Authority is facing low yacht revenue in Rarotonga despite the season but expects improvement with Aitutaki harbour development and upgraded equipment.

Kata: Vapes please

Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Time to reel in the potential

Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Barbara Hanchard’s opinion piece “Back to basics in offshore fisheries management” published in Cook Islands News June 25 edition is commendable.

New minimum wage comes into effect, employers told to adhere

Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Employers are required to adhere to the new minimum wage rate that comes into effect today.

Elderly visitor dies in suspected drowning

Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, Local, National

Police are investigating a suspected drowning incident that claimed the life of an elderly visitor in Muri yesterday.

Kata: TAU mess

Saturday 29 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Breast Cancer Foundation hosts fundraising dinner with Kiwi media stars

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Health, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional

The Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is hosting a fundraising event next weekend in a bid to help local women with breast cancer detection.

Letter: Where’s the voice for New Caledonia’s Kanaks?

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Kia Orana. I am writing in response to the article published in the Pacific News section of your paper earlier this week, entitled ‘New Caledonia’s pro-independence leaders charged, transferred to mainland France’.

Letter: Making good on the promise of free water

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

In response to the public opposition to water tariffs, the prime minister has recently taken the stand: ‘Free water’ reads the headline; and in fine print “a fair and reasonable amount...” (‘PM: Free water for households’, 22 June).

Letter: TTV clarifies fleet size and vehicle usage

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, There appeared in your Monday 24th June 2024 issue of the Cook Islands News a letter from an anonymous writer asking a number of questions.

Kata: Power disruption

Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion