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Changing the face of men’s health: Growing ‘mos’ to save bros

Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National

A significant increase in the number of men getting their health checked is a positive sign they are taking seriously the men’s health campaign message – “Get yourself checked”. George George, a driver of the “Movember” movement, says Dr Rangiau Fariu is striving to keep up with the appointments. “It is good to see and […]

Health


Tennis players having fun is the winner on the day

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The beauty of seeing former tennis legends on the courts during the Cook Islands Games stuck in the mind of Tiki Daniel, so much so that he decided to create another tournament.

Other Sports


For one Mitiaro couple, Home is where the heart is

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Go Local

Since she was a little girl Mitiaro/Nukuroa has always been where Cindyanna Abraham’s heart is. And when you’re a guest at her and her husband Junior’s Divine Retreat, her hope is that you feel like you’re at home too.

Features


Covid-19 tests on low supply

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

Health officials say a global shortage of Covid-19 testing equipment has affected their ability to receive new supplies, but a new testing lab slated for completion in the next few months will improve capabilities.

Health


Marumaru Atua returns to Rarotonga

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Vaka Marumaru Atua returned to Rarotonga yesterday to a warm welcome after a two-day long voyage from the outer island of Aitutaki.

Local


Protecting themselves from ‘maki corona’

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Outer Islands

Although the people of Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke and Mangaia miss welcoming international visitors to their beautiful islands, as long as Covid-19 continues to have devastating effects around the world, they are happy to keep it that way. Katrina Tanirau reports from the Pa Enua.

National


Govt set to spend extra $15m in wage subsidy

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

The business community has welcomed a Government announcement to pay an additional $15 million in wage subsidy payments by extending the financial support programme until the end of February 2021.

Economy


Tupapa are champions once more

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa Maraerenga premier men’s side was crowned the Round Cup champions after their 4-3 win against Titikaveka on Saturday.

Football


Opinion: Art for art’s sake

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

"Sitting watching Tereora school prize giving, is a far cry from the formal staid prizegiving I attended in Auckland last year for my daughter," writes Ruta Tangiiau Mavé.

Editorials


It doesn’t get any grander than this! Local fisherman lands first "Grander" of the year

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Seasoned angler Paku Poila has landed the first blue marlin “grander” (weighing 1000 pounds or more) of the year with a 474.2 kg (1045 pounds) monster.

Local


Muri crash case: Deceased’s family question ruling

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

The truck driver involved in the Muri crash that resulted in death of a foreign worker has been fined $450 and disqualified from driving for 12 months or holding a driver's license.

Crime


Cook Islands Residents win Tri Nations opener

Saturday 14 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islands emerges from a close battle with Fiji to take the Tri Nations Rugby Union series opener.

Rugby Union


Mei po kerekere mai – Maire, the heart of Mauke

Saturday 14 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local

When maire ei orders come from Rarotonga, three Mauke sisters get down to work, and trekking into the makatea with sharp jagged rocks is part of their labour. Senior journalist Melina Etches had the firsthand experience of maire ei making during her recent visit to the southern group island.

Features


OPINION: The health vs wealth trade-off

Saturday 14 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

As a potential travel bubble is in the works, Thomas Tarurongo Wynne examines the benefits and consequences of opening the border to tourists.

Editorials


Health boss ‘resigns’

Saturday 14 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

Concerns raised over sudden resignation of Secretary of Health amid Covid-19 crisis.

Health


Three arrivals from Friday's flight placed in quarantine

Saturday 14 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National

The placing of three arrivals in supervised quarantine on Friday has prompted the Opposition to renew its calls for mandatory supervised quarantine for all incoming international visitors.

Health


‘Whether we live or die, we are the Lord’s’

Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

More than a person has mentioned to me the high number of funerals we seem to be having this year. I agree. A little surprising in that none of these deaths in the country is from Covid-19. By Bishop Paul Donoghue (Catholic Church).

Church Talk


No supervised quarantine for new arrivals

Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

A week-long visit by a New Zealand government delegation to explore the feasibility of a travel bubble with Cook Islands is expected to go forward as details emerge on latest community Covid-19 cases.

Local


Hospital death referred to coroner

Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

The ingestion of Epsom salt as an alternative medicine are being looked at as the potential cause of death of a Rarotonga man, who recently returned from Auckland.

Health

Nikao Sokattak to host Puaikura

Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Soccer season nears end with 2nd last round fixtures today.

Football


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