Articles by Supplied

Kata: Long term rental

Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Women take on key roles

Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Local, National

Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has appointed two female professionals to key government boards, while also conducting training sessions for its directors to enhance their capabilities and governance practices.

Prime Minister Brown to co-chair PALM10 in Japan

Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Pacific Islands Forum Leaders will meet with the Government of Japan in Tokyo for the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting – PALM10 – from July 16 to 18.

KATA: PAC Chair

Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Church Talk: Service – an act of love

Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

We must be careful to serve for the right reasons. We should not serve others purely for recognition. Serving others should not be like a social media post, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Kata: Health conference

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Premier men’s teams sharpen tactics for 2024 Rarotonga Football Season

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season which is set to kick off in three weeks is gearing up to be an exciting and competitive event.

Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards return to celebrate tourism champions

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

After a major success in its inaugural year, the Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards have returned, to highlight once again those in the local tourism industry and broader community who best emulate the Kia Orana Values.

Letter: TTV’s response ‘holds no water’

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The register of stakeholders who participated in April 2024 water tariff meetings includes Te Aponga Uira and Vodafone (Cook Islands organics group challenges incoming water tariffs, calls for meeting, July 10).

Kata: ECNALUBMA

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Stationing ambulances strategically can save lives

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Here’s my comment on “Emergency response time questioned” and Secretary of Health Bob Williams’ reply.

Cook Islands, FAO strengthens ties on food security

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Technology

Cook Islands and the Food and Agriculture Organization discussed strengthening collaboration on sustainable agriculture and food security during its sub-regional coordinator’s visit.

Kata: African Swine Fever

Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands cyclists conquer brutal 100km challenge

Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cycling, Sports

The nation’s strongest and quickest cyclists took to the roads last Friday’s public holiday to participate in one of the Cook Island Triathlon Association’s flagship events, the BSP 100km cycle race.

Letter: Emergency response time questioned

Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am an American staying at Te Manava Resort, and was involved with the lifesaving efforts made to help the man who unfortunately passed away at Pacific Resort on Sunday morning (Underlying conditions may have contributed to tourist drowning, Cook Islands News, July 2). Here is my perspective.

Tourist stranded during ‘low-key’ weekend for Police

Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police say the long weekend was low-key with few reported incidents.

Kata: $$$Police

Monday 8 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

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.