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Thomas Wynne: Leadership – the answer or the problem?

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Guilty as charged, and now the sentence has been handed down and jail terms will commence. Not just for the three defendants that appeared in Court yesterday but for us all, our country’s good reputation and a withdrawal made from the public bank of trust and goodwill, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Te Ipukarea Society: Flying high with a truly sustainable fishery

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

How many of you have tried the maroro tunutunu (grilled flying fish) available at various outlets around Rarotonga? This traditional Cook Islands treat, often eaten at breakfast time, is something everybody should try.

Teen injured in Nikao motorcycle collision

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

A renewed call has been made to crack down on uncertified helmets following a crash yesterday morning involving a 16-year-old female motorcyclist who sustained a facial injury.

Former DPM and senior civil servants to serve prison time

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Former Cook Islands deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau and two former senior government officials, Ngatokorua Puna and his wife Diane Charlie-Puna, were taken to Arorangi Prison yesterday morning after receiving prison sentences.

Kata: Fertiliser shortage

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Ex-Deputy PM, civil servants jailed for public funds fraud

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

The former deputy prime minister and two former senior civil servants have been handed prison sentences for fraudulently using $70,000 in public funds.

Redemption or repeat?: Panthers face off against Bulldogs again

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports

In a highly anticipated clash in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s premier men’s competition this afternoon, Tupapa Panthers are gearing up to face off against Titikaveka Bulldogs at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

Churchtalk: Taking control of your circumstances

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

A beautiful and powerful message, most appropriate and relevant at controlling compelling or confrontational situations, conditions, age and time, was preached by Elder Peter Graham of the Apostolic Church of Rarotonga on Sunday 10/03/24.

Letter: Broken trust

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am still trying to wrap my mind around the justification made by (Minister) Tingika Elikana during the recent consultations that because we now have more money compared to 10 years ago, this warrants increasing our number of Ministers in Parliament.

Minister Elikana meets NZ Deputy Prime Minister

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Parliament, Politics

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana paid a courtesy call on New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters in Wellington yesterday.

Guilty trio to be sentenced for $70k fraud

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The former deputy prime minister and two former senior civil servants will be sentenced today after being convicted of fraudulently using $70,000 in public funds.

Cook Islands celebrates World Water Day despite ongoing shortages

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Cook Islands joins the world in celebrating World Water Day today, despite recent challenges with water shortages in homes, especially those living in the Pa Enua.

$10 minimum wage urged to address high cost of living

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

The panel reviewing the minimum wage has been asked to consider the living conditions of the most vulnerable, grassroots people when compiling their final recommendation for the new minimum wage rate.

Fertiliser shortage threatens crops, says former Agriculture minister

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

Cook Islands growers face a crisis as fertiliser and spray shortages threaten crops across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua islands.

Kata: TAU Billing

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Annual School Tournament enters fourth week

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Annual School Tournament, held every week, enters its fourth week tomorrow at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Letter: Spot on, Iriti!

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia orana, a couple of great Letter to the Editor from Iriti Maoate.

Letter: Life’s most important lesson

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, We can all wonder what our under-paid school teachers, sweltering in sauna-hot classrooms think about our ‘honourable' members of Parliament, in their aircon offices, crying for more money so that they can skip work more often.

May deadline for Bill to regulate smoking, vaping

Thursday 21 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National, Parliament

A new Public Health Bill granting Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health the power to regulate smoking and vaping in the Cook Islands will be presented to Parliament in May.