Articles by Supplied

Rarotonga Football Season returns with six clubs across nine divisions

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The much-awaited 2024 Rarotonga Football Season is just around the corner, set to commence on Wednesday, July 24, at the familiar grounds of the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Unveiling of monuments marks emotional day at Mangaia Bicentennial

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features, National, Outer Islands

The unveiling of the monuments in Oneroa was the highlight of day three of the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration on Monday.

Rarotonga International Airport achieves Carbon Accreditation

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Rarotonga International Airport was recognised for achieving Airport Carbon Accreditation (Level 1) at the Airport Council International Asia Pacific and Middle East Conference which was held from May 21– 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Letter: Open letter demanding transparency

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Subject: Open letter to Honourable Albert Nicholas, Minister for Cook Islands Investment Corporation. I bring to your attention, To Tatou Vai (TTV) have yet to acknowledge an information request dating back to February 2023.

Pump the Beats returns with new format for 2024

Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The Cook Islands Trading Corporation (CITC) is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated CITC Pump the Beats – Te Emo’anga Tangi Kaara Challenge for 2024.

Kata: Stolen bike

Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Resort celebrates leadership milestone with staff graduation

Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

In a testament to its commitment to nurturing talent and leadership, The Edgewater Resort and Spa recently held a graduation ceremony for 21 team members who successfully completed its 12-week Step Up Leadership Training Programme.

Takitumu Conservation Area becomes first OECM in Pacific

Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

History was made in the Cook Islands on the International Biodiversity Day late last month as the world rallied around the theme “Be Part of the Plan” to reverse biodiversity loss and put nature on a path to recovery.

Letter: Cook Islands justice system

Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, “When you expect the worst, you will never be disappointed!”

Letter: Cook Islands deserve NZ Defence Force inclusion

Monday 10 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am writing to express my disappointment and concern regarding recent developments that may have implications for the Cook Islands and its people.

Kata: Super slam

Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

A life of ups and downs

Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Weekend

Cook Islander Helen Henry reflects on the life of Lady June Hillary, who passed away recently.

Virtues in Paradise: Seven virtues of happiness

Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

“Don’t worry, be happy,” sings Bob Marley. There is profound truth in this. Even in the midst of a deeply troubled world, we have more power than we know to sustain our wellbeing and happiness, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Kata: Overpaid per diems

Friday 7 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Church Talk: Let me see again

Friday 7 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

I am aware that as I step down as Catholic bishop of the diocese of Rarotonga, I have to be ready to lay aside many of the privileges that have come my way as head of a church, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.

Letter: From vape to smoke?

Friday 7 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

It can’t be only me that wonders what happens when vapes are banned.

Letter: Ten-year fishing ban needed

Friday 7 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I think we have already destroyed our fish stocks and what is left is struggling and if we do not watch out our EEZ will be without fish in a few years’ time.

Cook Islands delegation highlights commitment to fair labour practices at ILO conference

Thursday 6 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Associate Minister for the Ministry of Internal Affairs Te-Hani Brown is leading the Cook Islands delegation at the 112th International Labour Conference (ILC) in Geneva, which began on June 3.

Kata: Sea burials objected

Thursday 6 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Sea burial ‘sustainable’ option

Thursday 6 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In response to the article in Cook Islands News, May 4 edition “Health ministry to regulate sea burials after public concerns”.