Articles by Supplied

Pet Talk: Foods to avoid feeding cats and dogs to prevent gastric obstructions

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

As pet owners, we often want to share our favourite snacks with our furry companions. However, some foods can pose serious health risks to cats and dogs, particularly those that can cause foreign body obstruction, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

Letter: Agriculture refutes TTV claims

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I would like the CEO of TTV (To Tatou Vai) to retract his statement printed in the Cook Islands News on Wednesday 10th July pertaining to MOA (Ministry of Agriculture) not responding to TTV for a meeting.

Kata: Burglars

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Michael Tavioni: Proposed water charges: A betrayal of the people?

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Water is one of the most essential resources we have, required by everyone in order to stay alive. This present Cook Islands Coalition Government thinks that it is their right to charge for water to those who elected them into office, writes Michael Tavioni BEM.

Letter: National flag proposal draws ire

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re the opinion article on rethinking of the national flag, by Thomas Wynne on 13.7.24.

Sober drivers lead to crash-free weekend, gunshots reported

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

A police traffic enforcement check in Rarotonga over weekend found that most drivers were sober, leading to a crash-free weekend.

Kata: Health police

Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Accountability, trust in public administration

Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Public administration plays a crucial role in safeguarding the interests of both public servants and the broader community, ensuring trust in the management and delivery of state services.

Fukofuka-Murare takes up deputy high comm role

Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National

The Cook Islands High Commission in New Zealand has welcomed Deputy High Commissioner Amelia Fukofuka-Murare.

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.