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World Food Day event celebrates Cook Islands produce and culture

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Agriculture’s World Food Day event at Terevete Park yesterday drew over 55 stallholders selling a variety of fresh produce, plants, and crafts.

Local


Thomas Wynne: What’s in a vote?

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

By the time this editorial goes to print, we will know the outcome of the New Zealand General Election, and that outcome will have been determined by hundreds, if not thousands of voters, who also live and reside in the Cook Islands and overseas, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Editorials


Te Ipukarea Society: Securing our future through ongoing environmental education of our youth

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

It has been a busy school holiday period working alongside the Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau and 40 plus senior ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango and Mata Nātura students from Aitutaki, Mitiaro, Atiu, Mauke, Mangaia and Rarotonga.

Environment


Ministry of Justice building lift and remedial works nearing completion

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Court, National

Following a number of unexpected delays, the lift project at the Ministry of Justice building is set to be completed by the end of this month, Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) said in a statement.

Court


High Court adjourns sentencing to confirm conviction details

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The Cook Islands High Court has once again adjourned the sentencing of Joshua Utanga, who is accused of assaulting his ex-partner, to Tuesday, October 17.

Court


Cook Islands Aitu youngsters rated

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Two Cook Islands youngsters have been earmarked as players to look out for ahead of the 2023 Pacific Championships which kicks off this weekend.

League


Church Talk: Pray for the peace of Jerusalem

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The peace of Jerusalem must not be disturbed because if it does, those who disturb her peace deserve to suffer the consequences and those who sustain it win great blessing, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Ekalesia Avarua (Cook Islands Christian Church).

Church Talk


New Zealand Election Day: Still time for eligible Cook Islands residents to vote

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Anyone on Rarotonga, eligible, wanting to cast a vote in person for the 2023 New Zealand general election, has until 4pm today.

Economy


Letter: Australian Indigenous Voice referendum

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Kia Orana! My husband and I left Cook Islands just yesterday (Tuesday) after a 10-day vacation on Rarotonga. The weather was not kind during our stay but the friendliness of the local people more than made up for that, on this our fifth visit.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: Marijuana doctor

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I think you are biased. You print the same stuff from Steve Boggs regularly but not from other people.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: Govt needs to reassess ‘no issues’ stance

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In reference to Government’s “no issues” statement regarding the road closure (‘No issues’: Government on Sheraton road closure, Cook Islands News, October 12). There are a couple of important issues that I can think of that need to be addressed.

Letters to the Editor


New Ombudsman Office provides inclusive and accessible space for all

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

In a significant step towards inclusivity and equal access to justice, the new Te Mata Akamoeau Ombudsman Office opened yesterday, providing a warm and welcoming space for everyone, including people with disabilities, to seek and receive assistance.

Local


Solid Hazardous Waste Bill yet to be finalised

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

The much anticipated Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill is yet to be finalised.

Environment


TAU digital billing starts

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

As of October 4, Rarotonga electricity company Te Aponga Uira (TAU) moved to full digital billing with a combination of actual and estimated metre readings.

Economy


Cook Islands joins talks on Global Plastics Treaty

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

Cook Islands joined Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in Bangkok this week for talks on Global Plastics Treaty, mainly discussing the fine print of the treaty.

Environment


Brain damage reported following assault

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

‘The victim continues to require physical and cognitive assistance’

Court


$33 million boost : Jetstar to add fourth weekly flight from Sydney to Rarotonga

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands is set to earn an additional $33 million annually from the fourth weekly direct flight from Sydney to Rarotonga, which will commence from March next year.

Economy


Cook Islands welcomes more non-stop flights from Sydney to Rarotonga

Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Tourism

Ahead of next year’s Easter holidays, Jetstar is launching a fourth weekly service between Sydney and Rarotonga.

BREAKING NEWS


Youngest athlete in athletics team eyes top 8 finish at Pacific Games

Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Features, Pacific Games, Sports, Weekend

The youngest member in Athletics Cook Islands to the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands next month, is looking forward to the challenge.

Athletics


Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge: ‘Not for the faint hearted’

Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is gearing up for its mammoth Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge multisport event which will be held this Saturday.

Other Sports


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