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Date calls in Pacific support

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

TAU whistleblower Hideki Date has reached out to the Pacific Power Association (PPA) regarding the alleged electrocution cover-up.

Local


Summer Covid warnings

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National

Predictions of a new wave of Covid-19 infections and deaths are circulating in New Zealand.

Health


 I don’t expect much change: PM Brown on US Elections

Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown says both the Democrats and Republics have similar policies on the Indo-Pacific and he does not expect much change when the United States next president is confirmed. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.

Economy


2025 Te Maeva Nui Theme Launched

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features

Te Maeva Nui team leaders are pleased with the “tumu tapura nui” (theme) for next year’s biggest cultural event, the 2025 special 60th anniversary celebration as an independent nation.

Entertainment


NZ referees look forward to fast-flow rugby 7s

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Twelve teams will compete in the two-day Rarotonga 7s Competition that kicks off on Friday and New Zealand referees are hoping for a fast-flow free game that will be entertaining for the home crowd.

Rugby Union


Round 12 football epic showdown

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Round 12 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup showcased the vibrant football culture in Rarotonga and the competitive spirit that defines this year’s tournament.

Football


Police open facility to help build force

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National

NZ Police boss says recruiting and retaining cops is a problem there as it is here in the Cook Islands.

Crime


Strengthening delivery model for climate (and ocean) information services

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The importance of effective communication and preparedness for Early Warning Systems (EWS) covering oceans and islands cannot be overstated.

Local


Mama Ts delightful fusion of lamb curry and butter chicken

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Features, Food, Go Local, National

Don’t miss the exceptional flavours of Fiji-Indian lamb curry and butter chicken at the local delightful restaurant, Mama Ts located in Arorangi.

Business


Cook Islands Tourism to Establish Destination Management Framework

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT) is leading an essential journey to develop a Destination Management Plan to guide tourism sustainably.

National


Climate change pushback if Trump wins

Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

The leading Cook Islands environmental lobby group says that if Donald Trump wins the United States elections, it will push back on climate change negotiations made since he was last in office.

Environment


Kata: Water tariffs

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Police attend to 3 road crashes

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police attended to three road crashes in the weekend.

Crime


Aitu’s brave battle falls short against dominant Kumuls

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports

Cook Islands Aitu put up a valiant fight in their Pacific Bowl Round 3 match against Papua New Guinea’s Kumuls, but ultimately fell short, losing 42-20 in front of a passionate home crowd in PNG in the weekend.

League


Letter: Don’t let facts get in the way of a good story

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

All seven species of migratory sea turtles are on the endangered list (Appendix 1) of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).

Letters to the Editor


Letter: How hard can it be to get to paradise?

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

I live in Brisbane, and after chatting with a friend from the Cook Islands, I thought, why not jet off to a tropical island for a few days before Christmas.

Editorials


Island style Halloween

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

Around 15 children dressed up for a spectacular island style Halloween celebration of Trick-or-treating, costume and games all set against the backdrop of the island’s landscape.

Art


Cooks Police in 2 weeks training session and training facility launched today

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, Local, National

Thirteen Police Officers will be part of a two-week session to strengthen their capabilities in assessing and utilising appropriate tactical options in dealing with offenders.

Crime


Bail conditions changed, man travels to Pa Enua

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A man who faces two counts of indecent assault has had his bail conditions changed allowing him to travel home to the Pa Enua as police wait to speak to two more witnesses.

Court


Woman denies careless driving charge

Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

At the Criminal Court on Thursday, Vaine Ioane denied two counts of careless driving causing injury.

Court


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