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National sprinter hopes to set new record

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports

Cook Islands sprinter Daniel Tolosa hopes to set a new national record at the 2025 World Indoor Athletics Champions in China.

Public urged to avoid swimming amid high seas and strong winds

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

The Director of the Cook Islands Meteorological Office, Maara Vaiimene, is urging the public, especially children, to stay out of the water due to the dangerous ocean conditions brought on by Tropical Disturbance TD03F.

TTV welcomes rainfall, urges for water conservation

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

The recent rainfall across the Cook Islands has been a blessing for water supply levels, particularly in Rarotonga, as it provided much-needed relief during the festive period.

Govt proceeds with filling top cop position

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown says they have outlined the key competencies required for the new police commissioner and whether it would be an overseas or a local applicant, it will depend on what skills they have for the role.

Clean-up effort in Avarua gardens underway

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

A Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) contractor has expressed disappointment over the amount of rubbish left behind in the town gardens during the holiday period.

Church groups request to amend constitution: PM

Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has confirmed that there have been requests from church groups to amend the constitution that will recognise the Cook Islands as a Christian nation.

Kata: Church

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Overseas teams join Rarotonga clubs in biggest ever League Nines in Paradise

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The 2025 League Nines in Paradise is set to be the biggest event since its inception nine years ago, with nine men’s and five women’s teams from Cook Islands and New Zealand set to battle this week.

Te Tuhi Kelly: Cook Islands deserve a legacy of substance, not symbolism

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion

As we are all aware, we will be celebrating 60 years of independence from our colonial masters New Zealand this year. This push by Prime Minister Mark Brown for a “symbolic representation of national pride and identity” through a separate Cook Islands passport has not been well thought out, writes Te Tuhi Kelly, leader of the Progressive Party.

Letter: Papa’anga, not akapapa

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Someone’s got to say it. Much as I enjoy reading your regular opinion pieces by Thomas Wynn, he unfortunately uses the wrong word for genealogy/family tree quite frequently in his writing.

Letter: Science, ideology and politicking

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In reply to PM Mark Brown’s comment that he takes a scientific approach as opposed to our ideological approach.

Survey highlights local women’s contraceptive use and challenges

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National

A recent survey on contraception use and access among women aged 15 to 49 in the Cook Islands has revealed crucial insights into their contraceptive practices and the barriers they encounter in accessing these essential health services.

MFAI launches new online visa and permit application system

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) yesterday announced that the online visa and permit application system is now live and available through MFAI’s website: www.mfai.gov.ck/immigration.

‘How many more lives will be lost’: MP demands action after latest road death

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Aitutaki is reeling after the recent death of an elderly Australian tourist in a motorcycle accident, marking the third motor vehicle-related fatality on the island in just two years.

No drunk driving arrests during festive period

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Over the past two weeks, during the festive season Cook Islands Police have conducted a high number of vehicle and driver checks.

Project Vaerua Aro’a brings hope and support to vulnerable families

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

A project initiated by Faith Alive Dream Centre (FADC) Church to help people in need is gaining momentum.

Tropical disturbance to bring strong winds, rain to Rarotonga

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

A tropical disturbance is expected to pass Rarotonga later today, bringing strong winds and rain, the Cook Islands Meteorological Service has advised.

'We are not safe’

Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

A Cook Islander has expressed frustration with the lack of police action after reporting a property intrusion on Boxing Day, raising concerns about rising crime and safety in the community.

Kata: Parliament Sitting

Monday 6 January 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion