Articles by Supplied

Cook Islands prepares for OFC Under-16 men’s football champs

Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands under-16 men’s football team is gearing up for the OFC U16 Men’s Championship, which will take place from July 28th to August 10th, 2024 in Tahiti.

Virtues in Paradise: A little child shall lead them

Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

Do you ever look into a child’s eyes and wonder, “Who is this person? What are the gifts they have, waiting to shine? How can I help?, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Kata: TTV funding

Friday 21 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: ‘Fiddling the books while Rome burns’

Friday 21 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Scrutiny of the Cook Islands Government bookwork is normally a job for the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). By withdrawing from deliberations, the Opposition MPs have left the public without a defender.

Looking back, looking forward: Mangaia reflects on 200 years of Christianity

Friday 21 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Mangaia celebrated 200 years of Christianity with a week-long festival featuring chants, dances, historical reenactments, book launches and memorial plaque unveilings.

Kata: Prison

Thursday 20 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Getting a straight answer …

Thursday 20 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Getting a straight answer from the water authority is like pulling teeth.

Kata: Appropriation Bill

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tourism targets French travellers with Paris event

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

Nick Costantini, the Cook Islands Tourism (CIT) representative in Southern Europe, spearheaded an event in Paris earlier this month aimed at raising awareness and educating the travel trade about the Cook Islands.

Pet Talk: Caring for newborn pets

Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Bringing a newborn pet into your home or farm is a rewarding experience that comes with its own set of challenges and responsibilities, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

57 awarded Cook Islands Bronze Medallion in successful water safety programme

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Tourism celebrated a successful water safety training programme with a staggering 57 participants awarded the Cook Islands Bronze Medallion (CIBM) 2024.

Letter: Constitutional rights of Cook Islanders

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Any adult who has been charged and/or convicted, now or in the past, for consuming marijuana for personal use in the privacy of their own home has had their constitutional right to privacy violated by the Cook Islands Government.

Four honoured for dedication to public service and community

Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend

Cook Islands Government has announced four recipients of the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours awards, three of them women, honoured for their service to health, mental health, education, culture, and the community.

‘World’s largest family reunion’ ends with joyous closing ceremony

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National, Regional

After 10 days of culture, tradition, and kinship, the “world’s largest family reunion” and celebration of indigenous Pacific culture came to an end, with a poignant but low-key closing ceremony in Hawai’i, last night.

All systems go for Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Despite delays due to procurement and supply chain issues, construction on Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project will begin by the end of June and will focus on improvements to the Punanga Nui Market, Panama Reserve and Avarua Township.

Mangaia Bicentennial ends on a high note

Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, National, Outer Islands

The weeklong of festivities came to an emotional closing on Saturday with thousands converging at the Bicentennial Arena for the official farewell ceremony of the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration.

Mangaia’s Craft and Trade a sell-out success!

Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features

The Craft and Trade Exhibition during the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration ended yesterday at the Oneroa Market.

Kata: Parliament rules

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Aunty Kura inspires young at FestPAC

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

In Pacific dance and creative circles, Aunty Kura Taruia needs no introduction.

Letter: Tereora College dinner fundraiser

Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I am writing on behalf of the Former Tereora College Students to launch our dinner fundraiser to be held next month.