Articles by Supplied

Avatiu FC reign supreme in women’s football, claiming first-ever championship title

Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In a rescheduled round 15 match between Avatiu FC and Matavera-Ngatangiia FC this Monday, the women’s teams faced off in a fight for the esteemed Islander Hotel Women's Championship title. The game, which was initially planned for Thursday, had to be brought forward due to the national women’s team leaving for Solomon Islands to participate in the Pacific Games.

Letters: Communication breakdown

Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Is it too difficult for national federations/CISNOC (Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee) to name teams/managers/coaches/entertainers etc who are representing the country at this month’s Pacific Games in Solomon Islands?

Pet Talk: ‘Big shoes to fill … but those shoes aren’t mine’

Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Mark Twain had the dubious pleasure of seeing his own obituary printed in the paper and over the last week I have had a similar feeling. While far from being an obituary, a Facebook post about me leaving has attracted heaps of comments, writes Dr Michael Baer, the outgoing Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director.

Kata: Pac Games

Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Football results show determination as Round 14 comes to an end

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

As the excitement of Round 14 of the local football league came to an end, fans witnessed some amazing matches across all age categories.

Letter:Israel-Hamas war

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

We condemn what the Hamas did to the Israeli civilians on the 7th of last month.

Letters: Original EIA for Vaimaanga road diversion outdated and irrelevant

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in

Dear Editor, Mr. Tim Arnold’s response to concerns around the redirection of the road around the so-called Sheraton site in Wednesday’s paper (Lawyer warns against interference, Sheraton road relocation approval stands: Arnold, Cook Islands News, November 8) comes across as heavy handed. From what I’ve read and heard, the facts of the matter would appear to be:

Commissioner Keenan highlights Cook Islands’ role in Pacific maritime security

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National

Regional maritime cooperation and capacity strengthening were a key part of Cook Islands’ interests at this year’s Indo-Pacific Sea Power Conference in Sydney, recently.

‘No room for complacency’

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

A large crowd gathered at the National Auditorium on Sunday for the annual Cyclone Season Prayer Service, as two to three named cyclones are expected to pass through the Cook Islands this tropical cyclone season.

Kata: Handling alcohol

Tuesday 14 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Club brawl

Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tupapa wins Tower Insurance Premiership

Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In an intense game that took place over the weekend, Tupapa FC faced off against Avatiu FC's Premier Men's team in the deciding match for the prestigious Tower Insurance Premiership title.

Opinion: PIF leaders fail to get meaningful action on nukes

Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Over the past week at the 52nd Pacific Island Leaders Forum Meeting, many issues concerning the region’s historical struggle for a Nuclear Free Pacific were discussed, writes Talei Luscia Mangioni.

Letter: Fix the leaks

Monday 13 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, To Tatou Vai is calling for water conservation and top of the list is - No Car Washes.

Referees return from successful course

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Two of the Cook Islands Football referees returned on Thursday from a five-day trip to New Zealand, where one referee, Penina Katuke, had the opportunity to attend the OFC Elite Women’s Referee Program.

Exciting matches awaits football fans

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The weekly Rarotonga football 2023 season games will be held at two locations today - CIFA Field and Tupapa Field. The matches feature a full day of exciting action with games scheduled across Under-15 Boys, U15 Girls, U18 Men, Senior Women, and Premier Men categories.

Strengthening unity and resilience: Lessons from the Blue Pacific Continent

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

My recent journey through the Pacific over the past two weeks has been an enlightening experience, one that has left an enduring impression on my perspective.

Cook Islands community delivers ‘impressive setup and hospitality’ for 52nd PIF Leaders’ Meeting: A ‘very beautiful’ event

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features, National, Pacific Islands Forum, Weekend

Though leaders from the region did not agree on all the matters they discussed during this week’s Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting, there’s one thing no one disputes: the people of the Cook Islands staged a spectacular event, writes Rachel Reeves.

Review: Plunging into the unknown

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Deep Rising is a documentary film directed by Matthew Rytz, narrated by Jason Momoa who is also the executive producer. It runs for 93 minutes. It was released in October 2023 and was premiered in Rarotonga on Tuesday, November 7 with further screenings on November 8 and 16.

Virtues in Paradise: Can we save the world?

Saturday 11 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

Is it the end of the world? Is World War III starting? How can anyone bomb civilians, babies and children, schools, and hospitals? Linda Kavelin-Popov writes.