Articles by Supplied

Nikao Sokattak faces Matavera, Puaikura to host Avatiu

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Football enthusiasts and players from various age groups and divisions will once again gather for a day of matches at the CIFA Grounds and Raemaru Park.

‘The guy with the golden voice’

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features

A Cook Islander known as the ‘guy with the golden voice’ was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the recent Pacific Music Awards for his contributions to the music industry, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of many.

PM Brown co-chair SDG Summit Leader’s Dialogue

Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown took centre stage during the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit earlier this week in New York.

Turangi leads T20 domestic comp

Saturday 23 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Cook Islands Cricket Association T20 domestic season kicked off last Saturday, September 16, with exciting matches set to take place in round two on Saturday.

Kata: Forum Budget

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cooks U16 lose to Fiji

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Cook Islands went down to Fiji 0-4 in the final OFC U16 Women’s Championship Group B match in Tahiti on Wednesday night.

Round Raro: 250 runners, walkers to line up for 31km and 10km races

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

Early tomorrow morning, some 250 runners and walkers will take over the Rarotonga main road for the annual BSP Round Raro Road Race.

Church Talk: Real intent in our relationships

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

There is a principle of ‘real intent’ that reflects on who we are and why we do things. Doing things with real intent is about giving your all and showing true commitment. If applied in our relationships, whether it be with family, at work, or with God, using real intent will bless our lives, writes Tamatoa Jonassen of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Letter: Road works

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Oh, how good, wonderful and pleasant to see another stretch of road taking good shape from Avana bridge through Muri community and Titikaveka’s but only a stone throw away – nicely widened, side water trenches upgraded and soon the finishing touch of hot mix tarsealing.

Avarua undergoing $120,000 makeover

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National

Avarua is getting an extensive $120,000, 12-month programme of flora revitalising, tree planting and maintenance.

Prime Minister advocates for climate change action funding

Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has continued on his mission to advocate for the Pacific Islands Forum’s key priorities articulated in the 2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent.

Kata: Wild Chooks

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tupapa takes on Titikaveka in midweek football clashes

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Rarotonga Football Season is now in its seventh week and the midweek matches are set to take place between Titikaveka FC and Tupapa Maraerenga FC at Titikaveka Field.

Visiting diplomats present letters of credence

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Diplomats from four countries presented their letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters this week.

Letter: Government e-waste

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Great to see that Government has finally agreed to work and partner up with CIGT (Cook Islands General Transport) in the collection of E waste – how long has it been since the last collection? Six years at least.

Letters: Addressing crime, ensuring safety in Rarotonga

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Rarotonga, our beautiful island and popular tourist destination, is currently facing a growing challenge due to increasing crime rates.

Kata: Muri Road

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Questions about the legal system

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

It is puzzling to witness cases where some individuals seem to slip through the cracks of the justice system.

Rarotonga football season round six results: ‘Nail-biting games’

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Rarotonga football season continues to entertain fans with the exciting round six results.

Pet Talk: The round eternal

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Banjo Patterson, the man who wrote the words printed on the Australian $10 note, described his office job as “the round eternal”. It never ended, it never really started, and it was very difficult to see any progress, writes Dr Michael Baer.