Articles by Supplied

CIIC achieves unmodified audit opinion for the first time

Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is pleased to announce that KPMG has completed its audit of the CIIC Group financial statements for the year ended 30 June 2024, delivering an Unmodified Audit Opinion for the first time in its history.

Kata: Search warrant

Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands continues to advocate for a balanced approach

Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands advocates for a balanced maritime levy, ensuring Small Island Developing States are not disproportionately burdened and maintaining vital shipping access.

Church Talk: Recognising and embracing God’s blessings in our lives

Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Often, we focus on what we lack – whether it’s confidence, friends, or opportunities – and forget all the blessings God has already given us, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Miss Cook Islands inspires Atiu youth through mentorship programme

Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features, National, Outer Islands

Reigning Miss Cook Islands and Maine Kūki ʻAirani Aotearoa 2024, Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate, is visiting the island of Atiu, connecting with youths through a mentorship and community engagement programme.

New Zealand’s ‘megaphone diplomacy’

Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am a young woman of the Cook Islands, raised on Rarotonga, now studying at the University of Waikato, studying law and politics.

Kata: Power disconnected

Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands host visits by diplomatic envoys for Czech Republic, Portugal

Thursday 20 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) welcomes to the Cook Islands diplomatic envoys from the Portuguese Republic, Ambassador António Albuquerque de Vilhena Moniz, and the Czech Republic, Ambassador Jana Tyrer.

Kata: MPs Northern travel idea

Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Call for island-wide response to taramea threat in Aitutaki

Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands

Concern is growing in Aitutaki over the increasing spread of taramea (crown-of-thorns starfish) in the island’s lagoon, with community leaders calling for an urgent, coordinated response.

Tourism takes action to enhance safety in turtle tours

Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Local, National

A recent incident in Avaavaroa Passage has once again highlighted the urgent need for stronger safety measures in this high-risk marine environment.

Cooks participate in the regional workshop on the Biochemical Weapon Convention

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration’s (MFAI) participated in the Regional Workshop on the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC), hosted by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) in Sydney, Australia.

Do-or-die: Cook Islands to battle South Africa for World Cup spot

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Cook Islands men’s rugby league team faces South Africa in a do-or-die clash for a place in the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.

Piri-Savage makes history as first female coach in OFC Champions League

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

For the first time since Nikao Sokattak in 2022, the Cook Islands will be represented at an OFC Men’s Champions

Tourism engages with European and UK trade

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Cook Islands Tourism strengthened its European partnerships and promoted its destination through strategic business-to-business meetings and incentive programmes, aiming to increase visitor numbers and expenditure.

Cook Islands, Niue undertake immigration collaboration

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) hosted visiting Government of Niue senior immigration officer Olive Kapaga recently for a comprehensive study tour.

Tourism expands Kia Orana Ambassador Programme to schools and communities

Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Cook Islands Tourism’s Kia Orana Ambassador Programme promotes responsible tourism by educating and engaging various community sectors, including tourism workers, schools and church groups, to uphold cultural and environmental values.

Kata: Scam

Monday 17 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Police shortcomings raise concerns

Monday 17 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I would like to add a few words to the story that ran in this paper on 11 March 2025 regarding the court case of Chris Denny.

Kata: Crime is Down

Saturday 15 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion