Articles by Supplied

Letter: Getting a straight answer …

Thursday 20 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Getting a straight answer from the water authority is like pulling teeth.

Kata: Appropriation Bill

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tourism targets French travellers with Paris event

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Nick Costantini, the Cook Islands Tourism (CIT) representative in Southern Europe, spearheaded an event in Paris earlier this month aimed at raising awareness and educating the travel trade about the Cook Islands.

Pet Talk: Caring for newborn pets

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Bringing a newborn pet into your home or farm is a rewarding experience that comes with its own set of challenges and responsibilities, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

57 awarded Cook Islands Bronze Medallion in successful water safety programme

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Tourism celebrated a successful water safety training programme with a staggering 57 participants awarded the Cook Islands Bronze Medallion (CIBM) 2024.

Letter: Constitutional rights of Cook Islanders

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Any adult who has been charged and/or convicted, now or in the past, for consuming marijuana for personal use in the privacy of their own home has had their constitutional right to privacy violated by the Cook Islands Government.

Four honoured for dedication to public service and community

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend

Cook Islands Government has announced four recipients of the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours awards, three of them women, honoured for their service to health, mental health, education, culture, and the community.

‘World’s largest family reunion’ ends with joyous closing ceremony

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National, Regional

After 10 days of culture, tradition, and kinship, the “world’s largest family reunion” and celebration of indigenous Pacific culture came to an end, with a poignant but low-key closing ceremony in Hawai’i, last night.

All systems go for Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Despite delays due to procurement and supply chain issues, construction on Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project will begin by the end of June and will focus on improvements to the Punanga Nui Market, Panama Reserve and Avarua Township.

Mangaia Bicentennial ends on a high note

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, National, Outer Islands

The weeklong of festivities came to an emotional closing on Saturday with thousands converging at the Bicentennial Arena for the official farewell ceremony of the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration.

Mangaia’s Craft and Trade a sell-out success!

Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features

The Craft and Trade Exhibition during the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration ended yesterday at the Oneroa Market.

Kata: Parliament rules

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Aunty Kura inspires young at FestPAC

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

In Pacific dance and creative circles, Aunty Kura Taruia needs no introduction.

Letter: Tereora College dinner fundraiser

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I am writing on behalf of the Former Tereora College Students to launch our dinner fundraiser to be held next month.

Punanga Nui Market seeks active vendors as tenancies up for review

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Punanga Nui Market is launching promotions to help vendors affected by construction and is contacting vendors about rent payments and inactivity.

Church Talk: ‘Like Father, like Son – Mei te Metua, e mei te Tamaiti’

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

To be truly holy and live according to God’s will, we must strive to love, care for, and get along with all people, regardless of their beliefs or actions. Otherwise, we, as members of the church, risk being no different from the unsaved and unbelievers, lacking the guidance of the Holy Spirit, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church.

Kata: Power bill

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: International fishers

Thursday 13 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Opinion: Time to rethink fisheries management for local benefit

Thursday 13 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Last week, former lawyer and columnist Reuben Tylor analysed catch figures for purse seining and longline fishing to investigate the low yellowfin catch in the South. In his concluding article of the three-part series, he examines Vaine Wichman’s 2012 report and argues for increased government support to develop the local fishing industry, following the model of Tahiti (French Polynesia).

Kata: Tapu in Hawaii

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion