Articles by Supplied

Piakura ready to put his best foot forward

Thursday 14 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Rising Broncos forward Brendan Piakura has insisted there are no sure bets when it comes to starting positions, as he puts his ‘best foot forward’ to fill the shoes left by now former Bronco and Queensland hardman Kurt Capewell, during a sweltering start to preseason.

Letter: Govt should learn to work and live within its means

Thursday 14 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Regarding the Constitutional Amendments Bills presented in Parliament yesterday, all other amendments are fine except increasing the number of Cabinet Ministers from six to eight.

Kata: Fare

Wednesday 13 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Cut the red tape, end prohibition

Wednesday 13 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, It’s obvious the Government cannot come up with a plan for the legalisation of medicinal cannabis.

Kata: Pukapuka

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Motorcycle mayhem returns

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Readers will recall Andy Olah reporting from his side of the island and an Avarua reader reporting the same thing - the multiple motor bikes on the main road, day and night, in seemingly endless trips, with no mufflers, making misery for those who, literally, have to stop talking until the deaf riders have gone by.

Letter: Wynne urged to apologise for ‘false allegations’

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I have respect for Thomas Wynne’s writing but I believe he should stop trying to justify his attack on Sir Gaven Donne.

Letter: Opposition MPs must ‘vote down’ Govt’s Cabinet increase proposal

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Here we go again. We hear the greedy Members of Parliament from government are trying to push through a constitutional amendment to increase the number of ministers in cabinet from six to eight.

Te Uki Ou students forge cultural connections on educational Tahiti trip

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National, Regional, Tahiti

In a memorable cultural exchange, Apii Te Uki Ou’s Year 9 students embarked on an educational trip to Tahiti from November 14 to 19. The purpose of the journey was to delve into the shared histories between the French Polynesian region and the Cook Islands.

Cook Islands doctor honoured in new building dedicated to Pacific health

Tuesday 12 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

A significant milestone for the Pasifika Medical Association Group (PMA) and Etu Pasifika Canterbury (EPC) was unveiled in Christchurch, New Zealand, this month.

A weekend of stunning semi-final football

Monday 11 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In an exciting display of football, this past Saturday served up a smorgasbord of semi-final matches that had spectators on the edge of their seats.

Cook Islands, Fiji female referees create history at Pacific Games

Monday 11 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Games, Sports

Cook Islands women made history at the Pacific Games.

Kata: Pacific Fisheries

Saturday 9 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Football braces for semifinal showdown

Saturday 9 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Thrilling semifinals are set for the 2023 Championship at Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA and Takitumu School Grounds today.

Virtues in Paradise: Love is the answer

Saturday 9 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

A friend of mine just flew overseas for Christmas. Before she even stepped on the plane, the family dynamics of mama drama were already flaring up amongst her adult children. Who got to pick her up at the airport? Who had the privilege to have her stay first? Longest?

Kata: Debts

Friday 8 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Young ref makes international debut

Friday 8 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Sixteen-year-old dynamic referee George George, hailing from the picturesque Cook Islands, has taken a giant leap onto the global arena, officiating the fiercely contested matches at the prestigious Western Springs U17 Youth Football Tournament in New Zealand.

Church talk: Journey with Jesus this festive season, let Him direct your path

Friday 8 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

With 2023 closing in on us – it’s time once again to plan celebrations for the festive season, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa from the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Kata: Late weather warning system

Thursday 7 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Depleting population base

Thursday 7 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, This is hard evidence that politicians and statisticians cannot deny – we have a depleted population base, when the Courts cannot muster a jury of 12 unrelated citizens.