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New Suwarrow Park rangers ready for duty after intensive training
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
The newly appointed Suwarrow Park rangers, Johnnie Tangaroa and Keanu Harawira, left Rarotonga for the northern group island last week.
Air NZ rebooks majority of affected customers
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
The “majority” of Air New Zealand customers affected by the failed landings at Rarotonga International Airport due to crosswinds earlier this week have been rebooked, the airline said yesterday.
Woman, 23, escapes conviction, ordered to pay hefty reparations
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A 23-year-old woman has been discharged without conviction in a driving related matter by the Criminal Court in Avarua, but has been ordered to pay reparations of more than $2000 for causing the damage to a rental motorcycle.
50 years of service: Ex-chief customs officer honoured
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
One of the longest-serving former employees of the Cook Islands Customs Service, Ngapoko Ngatamaine, was recognised for his outstanding service at the opening of the 26th Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) Annual Conference on Monday.
Football comp enters round two
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Football moves into round two this week with Titikaveka taking on Tupapa Maraerenga, Avatiu facing off with Puaikura, and Nikao Sokattak going head-to-head with Matavera-Ngatangiia.
Kata: Water petition
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Air NZ Cook Islands flight returns to Auckland after two aborted landings
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
An Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Rarotonga returned to Auckland yesterday after two failed landings at Rarotonga International Airport.
Cook Islands couple secure podium finish in US paddle race
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Both fairly new to outrigger paddling, husband and wife team Damien Heather and Ana File-Heather competed at the Gorge Downwind Champs in the United States earlier this month (July 8-13), securing a podium finish.
Cook Islands U16 suffers heartbreaking loss vs Fiji
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Fiji scored deep into stoppage time to break Cook Islands hearts and open their campaign with a win at the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2024.
Defending champs off to winning start in Rarotonga Football Season
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga and Matavera-Ngatangiia clashed in the feature match of the 2024 Rarotonga football season on Saturday at Victoria Park, marking the exciting season opener.
Youngsters help police with headquarters cleanup
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
A half-day clean-up at the police headquarters last week has laid the groundwork for a training programme to be held in the coming month.
Michael Tavioni: Why are you trying to put a tax on water?
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion
I feel the need to continue addressing the issue of government charging tax on water, especially on the local people and the food producers of Rarotonga, writes Michael Tavioni BEM.
PM calls for stronger Pacific borders
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Regional
The 26th Annual Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) Conference began on Monday, with the Prime Minister urging regional customs agencies to innovate and collaborate across the Oceania region.
Te Marae Ora hopeful for increased local health workers in key positions
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health (TMO) continues to struggle to maintain sufficient staff numbers, leading to ongoing recruitment of overseas specialists. However, the ministry is hopeful this situation will soon improve.
Emo Aito Māori races to kick off Te Maeva Nui 2024
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Te Emo Aito Māori fruit-carrying races will be held this afternoon following the official opening of Te Maeva Nui 2024 at 12.30pm at the Avarua Town Centre.
Annual Trade Day to feature record number of vendors
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Local, National
More than 90 vendors are expected to showcase their crafts, products as well as a variety of island style delicacies at the 2024 Business Trade and Investment Board (BTIB) Trade Day, starting this Wednesday at the Punanga Nui Market.
‘Get a job’: Victim appeals to thieves after bike stolen
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police have confirmed that the number of stolen motorbikes for the month of July has dropped, however, a recent victim is calling on those committing the offence to look for work and purchase a motorbike for themselves.
Cook Islander Teremoana has chance to rewrite boxing history
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Boxing, Sports
Inspired by the memory of his late grandfather and spurred on by family in the crowd, Cook Islander Teremoana Teremoana has become the first Australian to win a Super Heavyweight fight in Olympic history.
Panthers end Eels’ unbeaten run
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The week four Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition in Titikaveka provided rugby fans with thrilling action and unexpected results.
Ruta Mave: Is banning vapes and raising smoking age enough?
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Is the imminent total ban on vaping for locals in the Cook Islands on the first of August a little like our health ministry jumping out of the pot and into the fire? Ruta Mave writes.
