Articles by Supplied

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.

Kata: Education system

Friday 27 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Addressing education concerns

Friday 27 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Dear Joe TP, thank you for your thoughtful letter to the editor. I understand your frustration and share your deep concern for the future of education in the Cook Islands. While I appreciate the passion with which you present your ideas, I’d like to address the points raised and provide insight into the work we are currently doing to ensure the best possible outcomes for all our students.

Avatiu and Titikaveka face off again

Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Avatiu and Titikaveka are set to face off for the second time this season in the mid-week clash of the Rarotonga Football Round Cup Competition at the CIFA Complex in Matavera today and tomorrow.

Kata: Lack of support for education

Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Tereora College ‘on life support’

Thursday 26 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, This letter has been a long time in the making and is tough to write, but I felt compelled to express my frustration and disappointment with our current education system in the perhaps forlorn hope that it might help kickstart a national conversation about the present state of affairs as it relates to our children’s secondary school education here on Rarotonga.

Kata: Backlog of papers in Parliament

Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Pet Talk: Dental care for pet

Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Maintaining good dental health is crucial for the overall well-being of your cat or dog, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

Letter: Crown responsibilities

Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere is quoted saying “On the comment that the Crown will win, it is based on reality.”

Letter: Protecting our biodiversity

Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Over a week ago, a group from NES carried out a workshop in Mauke to gain local input, knowledge and concerns as we update the National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan from 2002.

Excitement builds as Rarotonga Football Season reaches Round 10

Wednesday 25 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Excitement is mounting as grassroots teams prepare for their Round 10 matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season at CIFA Complex in Matavera today.

Kata: Prison limo

Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tupapa Maraerenga’s Webb brothers shine in 6-0 win

Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Round nine of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup was packed with excitement as teams across all divisions left everything on the field, delivering thrilling moments and some unexpected results.

Michael Tavioni: Nodules and pollution: Time to clean up our act

Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

The Underwater Minerals Conference (UMC) has come to its conclusion. It was a great opportunity for the people to attend and ask questions and perhaps be better informed, especially those who wish to impose a moratorium on the research part, writes Michael Tavioni.

Kata: Prison work scheme

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion