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Letter: Cops don’t get it
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
I see in your paper where the police gave their latest roundup on reckless driving around the island and thankfully there were no skunk drunks to report about.
NES addresses risks of wildlife endangerment
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service (NES) has addressed the broader implications for local turtle populations and ongoing conservation efforts, following concerns over an incident where a young boy and a woman were reportedly caught attempting to steal turtles last week.
Seven executive officer roles up for renewal
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Interest in the Executive Officer (EO) roles in the Pa Enua has grown slightly compared to four years ago, with nearly 30 applications submitted this year.
Turama, All Souls Day- Remembering our loved ones
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Today November 1 at sundown marks All Souls Day, locally known as Turama, a significant occasion in the Cook Islands when families commemorate their departed loved ones.
TAU threatens whistleblower
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Power authority issues legal warning to employee who quit job over his workplace safety concerns. Talaia Mika continues her reporting on the scandal.
Showdown ahead in Avatiu vs Puaikura match
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Avatiu Football Club and Puaikura Football Club’s premier men and women are set to face off for the third time this season at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Deflect, defend and denigrate
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Te Tuhi Kelly, Leader of the Progressive Party states that Te Aponga Uira has employed the three D’s of public relations, defend, deflect and denigrate to deal with fallout from the incident several months ago when four men were seriously injured by the energising of a high voltage cable they were repairing.
Robot doesn’t destroy seabed habitat
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
A foreign company has proposed to bring in a robot to harvest the seabed, write Tailia Mika.
Environment watchdog calls for regulation on turtle harvesting
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Environment watchdog and lobby group Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) is calling on government to develop regulations to prevent turtle harvesting. Talaia Mika reports.
Symposium to reveal additional poll findings
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
In-depth results from a recent and controversial poll will be shared at todays Deep Ocean Symposium, hosted jointly by Te Puna Vai Marama and Te Ipukarea Society and held at USP.
Seabed mining exploration to continue for years following findings
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Government through the Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) has revealed that the exploration of deep sea mining will continue for a few more years giving time for findings to be analysed and this will take months and years.
Ocean science conference talks and awareness
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Weather
The Met Office states that the workshop aims to increase the awareness on ocean science, map stakeholder information needs and facilitate discussion aimed at improving ocean and marine services as well as enhancing early warning capability in the Cook Islands. Participants will also have an opportunity to discuss needs and gaps around ocean outlooks, forecasts […]
Workers not safe : Opposition
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Opposition Leader Tina Browne has raised concerns on the lack of adequate protections for Cook Islands workers and the long-overdue need to update the country’s Workers’ Compensation Ordinance, which has remained largely unchanged since 1964. TALAIA MIKA reports.
Prime opens Sundays to meet demand
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Reporter Melina Etches says Prime Foods management were excited when they shared this news yesterday.
Kata: TTV meeting
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Tahiti sailors win 2024 Regatta in Raro
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Regional, Sailing, Sports, Tahiti
Sailors from Tahiti edged over Rarotonga, proving to be very competitive taking out first place in both the Lasers and the Optimist classes, winning the 2024 sailing challenge overall trophy.
Board intervenes to settle TAU controversy
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Reporter Talaia Mika yesterday met with Te Aponga Uira directors to get an explanation of the power authority’s handling of the electrocution of four staff members and the controversy it has caused.
700 customers at risk of power disconnection
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
More than 700 customers of Te Aponga Uira are at risk of being disconnected from electricity supply if they do not pay their overdue bills to the power provider.
Round 12 of the football season kicks off today
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The football excitement continues at the Cook Island Football Association (CIFA) Complex today with grassroots teams set to kick off Round 12, showcasing their talent and passion.
New Caledonia's President Mapou says French territory is at a "turning point"
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Sailing, Sports
New Caledonia's President Louis Mapou says the French territory is at a "turning point" after the three-day fact-finding mission, headed by three Pacific leaders wrapped up in Nouméa. RNZ Pacific Presenter/Bulletin Editor Lydia Lewis reports.
