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Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade set to celebrate long-awaited station upgrade
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Over 20 firefighters of the Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade will finally celebrate the long-awaited extension and upgrade of their station at Aroa Nui Hall in Arorangi this Friday.
New x-ray machine for Rarotonga Hospital
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The Ministry of Health has confirmed that they have had bilateral talks with partners and donors on key equipment for the hospital services in the country.
Police report domestic violence and theft cases
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police say the weekend has been relatively good with only a few incidents reported.
1900 women wait for breast cancer screenings, says TMO
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
An estimated 1900 women are waiting for mammography screening, according to Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
PM proposes Cook Islands passport at Ariki meeting
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Various national issues, including the introduction of a Cook Islands passport, changes to the country name and anthem, resolving traditional title disputes and support for seabed minerals exploration, were discussed at the 53rd Session of Te Kura Nui A Te Are Ariki last week.
Kata: CI Games
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Willison, Teague among emerging NRL talent in Cook Islands squad
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Powerful Broncos forward Xavier Willison and promising Dolphins utility Mason Teague are among the emerging NRL talent in the Cook Islands squad in the Pacific Championships.
Eight teams vie for football medals
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The vibrant atmosphere of Rarotonga is alive with excitement as the 2024 Cook Islands Games bring together athletes from across the islands to compete in various sports. Among the many events, football is set to take center stage, with matches starting on Monday (today).
Ruta Mave: ‘Silent steal’ is eating our country alive
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Pink collar crime is small bills, big fraud. The silent steal, and it is eating our country alive, writes Ruta Mave.
Letter: Urgent legal reforms needed
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I write to salute and acknowledge the opinion article by Thomas Wynne in the Cook Islands News on 12 October 2024.
Family honours loved one in Rarotonga
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane
The family of Dr Thomas Brian Guy, who died in Rarotonga in 1977, travelled from Canada and Australia to unveil his plaque in the Nikao Cemetery, which they discovered thanks to the efforts of local volunteers.
Chef turns humble pancake business into family lifeline
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
A former New Zealand chef with Cook Islands roots returned home over a decade ago to care for his aging parents.
Thrilling finish looms as Cook Islands Games enter final week
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports
As the first week of the thrilling Cook Islands Games sports competition between the 11 islands draws to a close, excitement is at an all-time high.
Woman facing additional charges in hit-and-run case
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman alleged to have injured four teenagers in a hit and run matter will be facing more charges, the Cook Islands Criminal Court heard last week.
Mental health assessment ordered for accused burglar
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A psychological assessment of one of the three men accused of a series of burglaries in Rarotonga has been ordered by the Criminal Court in Avarua.
Police review panel discusses community policing initiative
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Government is considering re-establishing community policing to address the rising crime rate, with discussions underway and support from various stakeholders.
Kata: Menu
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
‘I feel so unsafe’: Victim’s grief compounded by police delays and lack of communication
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
A traumatised victim of a theft incident, who believes they are being targeted by a group of young thieves, is left feeling further traumatised by the lack of response and security provided by the police.
New talents emerge in athletics
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Thirteen-year-old Metuamaru Arere won the gold medal in the women’s 100-metre sprint on the first day of athletics at the 2024 Cook Islands Games yesterday.
International referees share expertise at Cook Islands Games handball comp
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Handball, Sports
The beach handball competition will conclude today with the open men’s and women’s finals. Alongside the country’s top players, the event also features International Handball Federation (IHF) Beach Handball referees Daniela Andreea Enache and Corina Floriana Constantin from Romania, as well as Australian referees Claire Dennerley and Sally Potocki, who is also an Australian Handball […]
