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Visitor ordered to pay hefty reparation over car crash

Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Court, National

A visitor convicted of excess breath alcohol and careless driving charges has been ordered to pay hefty reparation to his victims.

St Joseph’s Primary School gets first aid kits to boost health and safety

Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, National

Accidents are unexpected and can happen anywhere including a school yard, and being prepared can reduce panic and provide the necessary aid for injuries.

Motorcycle thefts on the rise, police warn

Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Police have received about 40 complaints of stolen motorcycles so far this year, already surpassing the record low of 35 set last year.

Kata: CICC

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango volleyball team brings home bronze medal

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Cook Islands NGO Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) 2023 team have returned with a successful win at the Country of Origin Volleyball Series in Aotearoa New Zealand earlier this month.

Journal featuring writings of Aitutakian Missionary donated to National Library

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

Authors Kevin and Mary Salisbury have had the great privilege of following in the tracks of a “wonderful” Aitutakian author Rau, one of the very first Cook Islands missionaries in Papua New Guinea who wrote in his own language about the first four years of the London Missionary Society (LMS) during his time.

Atiu’s Gospel : Bicentennial celebrations witness harmonious blend of tradition, faith

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, National, Outer Islands

Before the break of dawn, the island of Atiu or Enuamanu rose to the drums of the tangi kaara signalling the beginning of the official ceremonial events to commemorate the 200-year anniversary of Te Arikianga o te Evangelia, the arrival of Christianity in 1823.

Tutavake reels in 33.1kg yellowfin tuna to win fishing comp

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

While the winter fishing season could be better, the Cook Islands Fishing Association (CIFA) competition held over the weekend saw some good catches weighed in delighting local fishermen.

Tourism arrivals up 25 per cent in first half of 2023

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Tourism arrivals in the Cook Islands is up 25 per cent but June figures see slight decline. By Losirene Lacanivalu and Rashneel Kumar.

Letter: Our laws and ribbon cutting ceremonies

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, On any drive on the main road we all see motorcyclists with helmet straps hanging loosed and unconnected.

Cook Islands American Association launched

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

The “outstanding” Cook Islanders working to further U.S.-Cook Islands relations were recognised at the U.S. Independence Day reception held last week at The Edgewater Resort.

New Zealand beauty pageant winner set to visit Rarotonga

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features

The newly crowned Miss New Zealand Georgia Waddington will be visiting Rarotonga later this month, and her host is hoping to capitalise on her wide social media following to promote the island destination.

Atiu marks Te Arikianga o te Evangelia –200 years of Christianity

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features

Two centuries ago on July 19, 1823, the Gospel made its way to the shores of Enuamanu/Atiu, forever changing the lives and culture of its people.

Kata: Reasonable price

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Offer made to Iro to join Tigers

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports

Kayal Iro, the son of former professional rugby league player Kevin Iro could be signing up with the professional rugby league club Castleford Tigers.

Restaurateur says ‘save’ the cooking oil

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

A long serving restaurateur is suggesting there is a market for tackling waste cooking oil in the Cooks.

Te Rito o Taku Peu Tupuna sponsor Te Maeva Nui

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features

For the first time, CIC Ltd & Te Rito O Taku Peu Tupuna have signed up as platinum sponsors ($15k plus) for Te Maeva Nui, the biggest and best national cultural event held each year to celebrate the August 4 birthday of the Cook Islands as an independent nation.

Vaka Paikea stops over in Suwarrow

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Environment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands

Vaka Paikea has stopped over in Suwarrow for two nights before making its return to Rarotonga after a significant voyage from Samoa.

Crash victim’s helmet ‘may not have been securely fastened’

Wednesday 19 July 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Crime, National

The helmet of a 28-year-old motorcyclist who died after losing control of his vehicle over the weekend “may not have been securely fastened”, Police say.