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TB cases detected

Saturday 1 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editor's Pick, Health, National

Cook Islands confirmed one new tuberculosis (TB) case after four cases were reported in 2023, with all but one from last year completing treatment.

Defending champs off to strong start

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

After a successful opening round of competition, teams are ready to battle in round two of the annual Rising Stars Championship at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.

Church talk: Judge not

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

When it comes to our own prejudices and grievances, we often justify our anger as righteous and our judgment as reliable and only appropriate, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Letter: Cook Islands fishery debate

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am loathe to take up the pen again on the issue of the tuna fishery resources in and around Cook Islands waters, but since I’ve been referenced in Mr. Tylor’s latest effort please indulge me this reply (More questions than answers, Cook Islands News, May 30, 2024).

Smile and sweat for a cause

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Apii Nikao Parents Teachers Association has launched the “Walk a Mile with A Smile” initiative to bring the school and the wider community together in a positive and healthy experience.

Local chefs get culinary boost

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food, Local, National

The first CITC Culinary Workshop Series drew around 40 food professionals from the hospitality industry on the island.

Government agencies team up to streamline building permit process

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

In a move aimed at streamlining the building permit approval process, new homeowners will no longer need to submit four copies of their building plans.

Opposition MPs walk out of PAC over chair appointment

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, National, Parliament, Politics

The three Opposition Members of Parliament have quit the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) over the appointment of the new chair, leaving four Government MPs reviewing the Appropriation Bill 2024-25.

Cook Islands unveils stunning uniforms for FestPAC

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

With just two more sleeps until their departure, the 160-strong Cook Islands delegation to Honolulu, Hawai’i for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) is making final arrangements for the world’s largest celebration of indigenous Pacific Islanders.

Kata: Public Accounts

Friday 31 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Customs

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands Business House Touch Competition heats up

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

The Business House Touch competition continued with its round robin game three on Monday, with intense action from between Fiber Optics and ICI (Infrastructure Cook Islands) Crew and Bank Cook Islands (BCI) and Rock College at the National Stadium.

Schools smash ‘Smiles for Miles’ challenge with 1610 miles walked

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Sports

Nine schools in the Cook Islands participated in the World Mile Challenge 2024 completing 1610 miles.

Reuben Tylor: More questions than answers

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

In a three-part series, retired lawyer Reuben Tylor argues commercial fishing in the Northern Cook Islands can impact on our catches of yellowfin tuna in the South.

Children’s author sparks elemental shift in Cook Islands Māori

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Art, Features

A children’s book author is working to introduce new words into the Cook Islands Māori language, which if successful will make the Cook Islands the first Pasifika nation to expand their language into sciences such as physics, chemistry and biology.

Letter: TAU’s ‘average’ excuse doesn’t add up

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Well, well, well. So TAU (Te Aponga Uira) are feeding us too higher voltage (Voltage ‘increase’ sparks concerns, residents report appliance damage, May 29).

Atiu’s passionate guardian: Jim revives culture and connects youth to heritage

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local, National, Outer Islands

A humble, unassuming and skillful young man, Joshua Jim is a passionate guardian of his home island Atiu’s cultural heritage.

Man accused of raping minors face more charges

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A man in remand accused of raping minors aged under 14 has had additional charges of indecent assault and inducing indecent act added.

Local bank steps up as gold sponsor for 2024 Careers Expo

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Local, National

In a move to support the future workforce of the Cook Islands, the Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) announced last Friday its support as a gold sponsor for this year’s Careers Expo to be held next month.

Community celebrates as Pepeu Makirai Aliki takes the helm in Pukapuka

Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands

Pepeu Makirai Aliki, Makirai Henry, was invested as the new Aliki of Pukapuka/Te Ulu o Te Watu yesterday morning, with the support of the entire community including neighbouring Nassau.