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Black-shouldered Lapwings: Rare vagrants on Rarotonga

Saturday 7 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, In Depth

On the 30th of August, Maureen Goodwin saw two unusual birds on her inland Muri lawn. She googled and identified them as Australian Southern Lapwings rather than the Northern due to the black ‘ei kakī (collar). Over the next few days, they fed, ran over the lawn, and flew around the area, writes Gerald McCormack, director of Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust.

Climate change ain’t new: ‘Kare te taui reva I te mea ou’tu

Friday 6 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

“For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in together until now… Kua kite oki tatou e, te ngunguru anake nei te au mea katoa I angaia mei te mamae anau ra e tae rava akenei ki teianei ra” – Romans/Roma 8:22.

Kata: International Law

Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Leave us alone already

Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, A large majority of Cook Islanders favour legalising medicinal cannabis, as of 2022, 64 per cent of the formal votes cast in the last election support legislation.

Raro 7s: Welcome to the 34th Raro 7s International tournament

Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Kia Orana and welcome to all our teams participating in the 34th Raro Rugby 7s International Tournament 2023 to be held at the Tereora National Stadium.

Kata: Cannabis

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Pet Talk: ‘Don’t eat reef fish, or feed it to your pets’

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Ciguatera poisoning, or as we know it, fish poisoning, occurs all over the world in animals and people. We can’t cure it in animals, all we can do is make them comfortable, writes Dr Michael Baer, Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director.

Letter: New Vaimaanga development

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I refer to the letter regarding public concerns over the ring road (more of a horseshoe road really) which is being promoted as part of the development of the old Sheraton site.

Letter: Noisy motorbikes a menace

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, It was with great delight that I read in Monday’s Cook Islands News (2/10/23), that there are at least two other persons on Rarotonga who share my frustration at the number of “noisy and illegal” motorbikes yahooing around various parts of Rarotonga.

Minister Mokoroa attends International Law and Religion Symposium in Utah

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Securing potential humanitarian projects for the Cook Islands and renewing a record digitisation initiative with the Ministry of Justice were among the agenda items for the touring Minister of Justice.

Letter: Why fix something that isn’t broken?

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Please can somebody tell me, why we are fixing something at a huge expense, that isn’t broken?

Kata: Crown Minister

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Nikao put an end to Tupapa's winning streak

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football

In a highly anticipated match, Nikao Sokattak FC managed to bring an end to Tupapa Maraerenga FC's impressive seven-game winning streak.

Nutters Run attracts ‘crackpots’

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

On Tuesday the Nutters Run was held in perfect conditions with a dry track and low streams.

Letter: ‘Sky high’ air ticket prices

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The letter writer Kuki Airani, Starlink Users, thinks that Air New Zealand ticket prices from Auckland to Rarotonga are justified on the grounds that they need to make a profit.

Letter: Their vehicles are not only illegal, but just plain awful

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Mr Editor, A recent reader's comment about a motorcyclist driving constantly through the middle of Avarua town requires some support.

Tourism council welcomes sale airfares

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has welcomed sale airfares to the nation during the shoulder season.

Virtues in Paradise: The Virtues effect – Making a difference

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

I have a friend who makes a profound difference in my life. She’s one of my greatest blessings. I’ve been reflecting on what it is about her that causes me to leave her presence more hopeful, happy, and confident -- ready to tackle life with fresh optimism, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Tupapa teams lead cricket comp

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

Tupapa Young Gunz and Tupapa Panthers have taken the lead in the men’s and women’s competition after two rounds of Cook Islands Cricket Association T20 domestic season with third round to be held today.

Tupapa, Avatiu to host football battles

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa’s Victoria Park and Aretere Park, Avatiu are set to host thrilling matches in the Under-15 Boys, Under-15 Girls, Under-18 Men, Women, and Premier Men divisions today.