Articles by Supplied

Letters: Where is the outrage?

Saturday 2 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Exactly two years ago l wrote a letter about my concern for testing the experimental vaccine on our people. It is now proven it was a bad mistake and a waste of time as it never did a thing to stop the virus spreading or infecting you.

Cook Islands Football Association partners with the International Football Consultancy

Saturday 2 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) has announced a strategic partnership with International Football Consultancy, a leading scouting and recruitment agency in the football world.

Kata: Seniora Rubiales

Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: A deafening silence

Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Over the past couple of days there has been a deafening silence from the Ministry of Transport regarding the shipping industry issues raised in the Cook Islands News.

Church Talk: I have overcome world

Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

These are the very words of the Lord Jesus Christ – John 16:33. What did Jesus mean by he overcame the world? “I have overcome the world” The word “overcome” comes from the Greek word nikos, which can be translated to overcome, but is also the word for victory writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro, Ekalesia Avarua.

Toki-Brown chairs Pacific Islands Women’s Forum

Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

Minister Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown was honoured to chair the first in person Pacific Islands Forum Women Leaders Meeting (PIFWLM) - a significant regional event. in Suva, Fiji, this week.

Kata: Fire

Thursday 31 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Much more than lip service, leaving no one behind

Thursday 31 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

As I sit in the Cook Islands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration at the government’s consultations on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and National Wellbeing in preparation for the 2023 SDGs Summit in September, I am filled with immense hope for the future that truly leaves no one behind, writes United Nations Resident Coordinator (UNRCO) Themba Kalua.

Tertiary training facility closes for month while works get underway

Thursday 31 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National

Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute, Ngatangiia Campus is closed for a month as urgent remedial works get underway.

Dean returns from assisting with FIFA Women's World Cup 2023

Thursday 31 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Pauline Dean, the Cook Islands FA Competition Manager, has shared her experiences and insights while working at the FIFA Women's World Cup, held in the Oceania region for the first time.

Kata: Major importer

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kiwi senior rugby team thanks Rarotonga Rugby Union

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The Tairua Senior Rugby Team have received a warm Rarotonga welcome.

Pet Talk: Learning good behavior

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Puppies are cute, they are soft and their proportions are such that they appeal to the protective aspects of our nature, writes Dr Michael Baer, Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director.

Letter: What’s happened to out game of football?

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The nine to one thrashing by Tahiti of our national men’s football team on Monday night is our worst result in recent years.

Letter: Questions surrounding ‘concrete pads’ outside Apii Takitumu grounds

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia Orana Editor, Can someone from ICI please explain to me what the purpose of building the two concrete structures out on the road at Takitumu Primary School was/is supposed to serve?

Draft immigration policy change proposal to be submitted following sector concerns

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

A draft Immigration policy change proposal has been endorsed by Prime Minister Mark Brown and is expected to be submitted to Cabinet, according to Te Kauono Tutara e Te Mana Tiaki – the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).

Kata: Starlink

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: PM on release of Fukushima water

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

One question that should be posed to our Prime Minister who has foolishly backed nuclear treated water dumping into Moana Nui A Kiva and the Japanese government.

Letter: Keep our beaches clean

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I'm writing to give some (hopefully) constructive criticism of the rubbish on the beaches on your beautiful island.

New E-Commerce work plan to drive economic growth and innovation

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands has taken a significant step towards fostering a dynamic e-commerce ecosystem with the launch of the Cook Islands E-Commerce Acceleration Work Plan.