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Features
Collaborative efforts to a rat-free, thriving ecosystem on Takutea
In a monumental stride in conservation for the Cook Islands, Takutea Island is on its path to becoming rat-free.
New mammography machine offers improved breast cancer detection
The arrival of the new mammography machine in the Cook Islands marks a significant advancement in women’s health, enabling earlier detection of breast cancer and potentially saving lives.
The world has stopped spinning
As the world comes to terms with the sudden death of arguably the best spinner to have ever played the game of cricket, Rahul Patil writes about a gifted genius who genuinely tried his best to make a difference in people’s lives by giving way more than what he received.
A prayer for Ukraine
Far from the ruins of the war, people in Rarotonga rally together to support Ukraine following the invasion from Russian forces.
The ongoing costs of Covid-19 pandemic
Cook Islands continues counting the cost of Covid-19 with increasing numbers entering quarantine.
‘I will be with you always’
The disciples would never have come together for a philosophy or mythology after the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
‘This recognition goes to those in the background’
Cook Islands high flying golfer Phillis Meti has been recognised with an investiture as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
‘I didn’t work for the money, I worked for the country’
John Teaurima has been with Te Kukupa since 1988 and is preparing for her voyage of return to Australia.
Pioneering and developing tourism in the Cook Islands
After contributing to the tourism industry and wider community for more than 50 years, Christchurch-born Des Eggelton has earned his retirement along with a few beers.
Passion for language and people
Cook Islands broadcaster Tauraki Rongo is determined, and wants to ensure that young Cook Islanders know their identity and culture, take pride in their heritage, and how they connect to the land.
On a mission to preserve Cook Islands culture
The Intangible Cultural Heritage workshop participants now feel “more confident” to train field workers in the collection and recording of living documentaries focusing on the Cook Islands peu karioi (performing arts).
‘Lost in translation’
Vibrant and spirited, a New Zealand-born and raised Cook Islander is overcoming adversity in her quest to learn, embrace, grasp and be at harmony with the culture of the Cook Islands.
Changing the narrative, one story at a time
Cook Islander Qiane Matata-Sipu is all about storytelling. In a career that spans more than 15 years, the award-winning journalist, writer, and photographer has worked with some of the world’s biggest names like Disney.
Keeping traditional Pukapukan culture alive
The island of Pukapuka is one of the few remaining places in the world that still practices ancient tradition. One such tradition is kavekave, an annual fishing competition held between two districts from a village on the northern group island.
Panzarella’s fascination and love for trees
Brennan Panzarella is sharing his love of the planet with the Cook Islands.
Manuae, Penthouse magazine and a sunken Aussie grader
Over a period of two months in 1981, a group from Rarotonga cleared and constructed a 4000-foot airstrip on Manuae island.
Faith, trust and hope versus fear
It is only by working together in faith and by doing our part will it be possible to come through this Covid-19 crisis, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.
Valentine’s day – romance for some, extortion for others
Valentine’s day the day of love and madness, chocolate and flowers, cards and gifts.
From the suburbs to the jungle
Local business JungleFarm is exactly as it sounds – a farm in the jungle – and for Arorangi couple Tama and Esther Heather it is their home and way of life, where they nurture a diverse and growing ecosystem of food crops, livestock, and honey bees.
Conservation area a balancing act
There is plenty of community buy in for a conservation area significantly damaged by storms on Rarotonga, but there is also an uncertain future.
Youngsters get involved in preserving Rarotonga’s wetlands
On Wednesday, February 2 a number of young Cook Islanders gathered to investigate and research about our wetlands behind Pa Ariki Palace in Ngatangiia, writes Gabriella Napa.
Faith without works is dead
Prayer not only brings down blessings from heaven; it also brings out the best in us, writes Angaroakau Williams – Avarua Cook Islands District first counselor of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints – Communication Director.