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Letter: Keeping catchment payments ‘above board’
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The To Tatou Vai (TTV) was scheduled to hold a workshop for the catchment committees (CC) last week. The catchment is the land above the Te Mato Vai water treatment plants; the land in the middle of island.
Pet Talk: How to protect your pets and family from parasites
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Cats and dogs are beloved companions, but when they roam freely, they are more exposed to parasites like fleas, intestinal worms, and, in dogs, heartworm disease, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Gribble named Dux of Apii Takitumu
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Takitumu held its annual prize giving awards yesterday, bringing together parents, families and the community to celebrate the achievements of their students.
Parliament forms committee to examine religious restrictions
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, National, Parliament
A special select committee has been formed to examine the Religious Organisations Restrictions Act 1975 and address issues related to the introduction of new religious organisations in the Cook Islands.
Stage set for White Ribbon events
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Local, National
The White Ribbon’s Free Family Concert and Motorbike Rally, which were postponed last week due to wet weather conditions, will be held today and tomorrow, respectively.
Whooping cough alert: Ministry of Health increases border vigilance against illness
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has increased border vigilance against pertussis (whooping cough) following outbreaks in New Zealand and Samoa.
Fishermen question fairness of Port Authority’s $50 monthly water fees
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For the first time, fishermen operating out of the Avatiu harbour will be required to pay for water usage, a move driven by the newly established water tariffs set by the local water authority, To Tatou Vai.
Apii Avarua dominates Primary School Badminton Tournament
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The 8th Annual Primary School Badminton Tournament held over a week ago brought vibrant energy to the courts, showcasing the talents of young athletes from schools across Rarotonga.
Exciting matches and great sportsmanship at Netball in Paradise
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The second day of the Netball in Paradise 2024 tournament at the National Sports Arena in Nikao brought plenty of thrills and tight matchups as teams from Rarotonga and New Zealand battled it out on the court yesterday.
Thrilling clashes in football knockouts
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 CIFA Knockouts continued to deliver exceptional football action, bringing together the best teams from all divisions for an unforgettable week of competition.
Cook Islands strengthens maritime capacity at regional workshop
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Regional
A multi-agency Cook Islands delegation participated in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) SMART-C Leadership Programme: Regional Workshop on the Implementation of IMO Instruments.
Letter: Fix it or shut it down
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, “Rogue operator puts lives at risk”. If Cook Islands Tourism tells us one more time that they will get on top of this debacle at Avaavaroa we’ll put Tourism in the same space as the JP’s who say, “You’ve been in this Court 5 times now for drunk driving and this Court is almost to the point of thinking about putting you in jail”.
Letter: Balancing faith and freedom
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The Cook Islands is a beautiful nation founded on respect, Christian principles, values, and a commitment to protecting human rights.
Ei katu helps cancer survivor shield loved ones
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Health, National
A New Zealand cancer survivor used the traditional Cook Islands headwear, ei katu, to conceal her illness from her elderly mother for 18 months, highlighting the emotional toll of cancer and the importance of support systems.
Police strengthen force amidst staffing challenges
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
Despite continuing to deal with challenging staff numbers, the Cook Islands Police are upskilling more officers.
Environment groups demand proper public survey on seabed mining
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Local environmental groups are urging the Government to conduct a comprehensive survey to determine public support for seabed mining before further action is taken.
Committee reviewing water petition: Vainerere
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Bills, Petitions and Papers Committee is still working on its final report on the Keep Our Water Free Petition.
Minister Elikana cautions against limiting religious organisations
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Parliament
Minister of Foreign Affairs Tingika Elikana fired back at the Opposition Member of Parliament (MP) for Matavera, Vaitoti Tupa, on his suggestion to revisit the Religious Organisation Restrictions Act 1975 to further limit religious organisations in the country.
Cook Islands Government withdraws controversial Cryptocurrency Bill for ‘redrafting’
Tuesday 3 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Parliament, Politics
Cook Islands Government has withdrawn the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023 following widespread criticism and a recommendation from the special select committee to remove the controversial bill.
Netball fever grips Rarotonga
Monday 2 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports
The biggest netball tournament in the Cook Islands – ‘BSP Netball in Paradise’ – kicked off on Saturday morning with a traditional turou by Danniel Daniel at the Multi Sports Arena in Nikao.
