Articles by Supplied

Letter: ‘We need to hear the truth’

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

Dear Editor, Good on Minister Mokoroa for coming out straight and saying he wasn’t consulted on the Crypto Bill (‘I was not consulted’: Minister blindsided by crypto bill drafted by private firm, April 16, 2024).

‘Hard Talks’ explore empowerment for Cook Islands LGBTQ+ community

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

The empowering “Kai Vananga – Hard Talks” panel discussions, exploring empowerment for the Anuanua (LGBTQ+) community, were held yesterday at the Muri Beach Club Hotel in celebration of the Anuanua festival week.

Letter: Treat our Pa Metua with respect and dignity!

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

I am appalled and annoyed at the treatment, lack of respect and dignity towards our Pa metua who are applying for their NZ pension especially those living in the Pa Enua.

Letter: Questions cloud Cryptocurrency Bill

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

Dear Editor, Excellent reporting by 1News over the weekend and coverage by your paper (yesterday) on spy type crypto bill the CIP government is trying to pass in Parliament.

Opinion: Decriminalisation of same-sex relations in Cook Islands

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

Cook Islands decriminalised same-sex relations a year ago, following a long and arduous journey that began around 2010. Valery Wichman and Hilary Gorman examine the origins of the criminalisation and its impact on the Cook Islands Ānuanua community.

10-man Cook Islands bows out bravely

Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Cook Islands fell short to Vanuatu 2-0 in the final match, losing a player to a red card and their chance to progress to the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship.

Cook Islanders in Hong Kong celebrate All Blacks Sevens double win

Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islanders living in Hong Kong celebrated Aotearoa New Zealand’s fantastic wins in both the men’s and women’s Hong Kong 7s tournament held earlier this month from April 5-7.

Letter: Future of netball at stake

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

I just found out at the weekend that the Rarotonga club netball season for grades below premier will run for one round.

Letter: Taxpayers already pay, why meters?

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

Dear Editor, According to Cook Islands News report (12th April, 2024), the consultant Dan Jackson has stated that our entire population is already paying for water through taxes. Indeed, to quote Mr. Jackson “… the reason domestic taxes are higher today is because part of them goes towards funding water services.”

Spy film type thing: Alarm grows over Cook Islands cryptocurrency bill

Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National, Technology

Alarm is growing over proposed Cook Islands legislation, drafted by a US-based company, which could validate hacking into any account or system in the world, writes Barbara Dreaver, Pacific Correspondent 1News.

Virtues in Paradise: Finding strength through shared stories

Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

One of the most life-changing, nurturing, and delightful women’s gatherings I’ve ever experienced occurred in Rarotonga on April 4th and 5th at The Edgewater Hotel. Piri’anga O’onu Women’s Empowerment Retreat (POWER!) featuring the divine, profane, and inspiring social media celebrity, Nicola “Nix” Adams, who shared her guiding virtues of CWK – Courage, Wisdom, and Knowledge, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Letter: CIFA credibility

Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

As a parent of two young children playing soccer, I was appalled at what I saw on Facebook written by a CIFA staff by the name of Sammy Mataroa.

Letter: Brawl erupts in netball match

Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re: Ngatangiia versus Titikaveka premier grade incident involving players. Last weekend netball games started and what an exciting season it promises for all the clubs.

42 years strong: Maori Auri Tinman Race celebrates rich legacy

Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

Cook Island Triathlon Association will be holding their annual Maori Auri Tinman Race for the 42nd time this afternoon.

Kata: Water tariffs

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

Cook Islands maintain unbeaten record

Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands have retained their unbeaten record at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship 2024 – Qualifying after a 3-2 win over American Samoa in stifling heat at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila yesterday.

Church Talk: Our pursuit of God requires grit

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

I have learnt over the years that progress is neither swift nor easy and that success requires grit, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Letter: Is UN seat worth the risk?

Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, We like to think that we march to the beat of our own drums when it comes to our lives but do we?

Cook Islands and Bangladesh establish diplomatic relations

Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh formalised diplomatic relations via an Exchange of Note Verbales via respective Ministries of Foreign Affairs.

Australia’s Gender Equality Ambassador here to discuss key issues

Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Australia’s Ambassador for Gender Equality, Stephanie Copus Campbell, is visiting the Cook Islands from April 11–15 to discuss issues including the elimination of gender-based violence, economic equality and security, health and political participation.