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3000 companies at risk due to Act oversight: Browne 

Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament

The Opposition leader’s Companies Amendment Bill aims to address a loophole in the 2017 Companies Act that has prevented thousands of companies from re-registering, causing potential significant economic hardship.

Economy


Kata: Inmates hired by families

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Celebrating 50 years of hospitality

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National, Weekend

A leading Cook Islands resort, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is honouring its dedicated staff, particularly those who have served for over 20 years, and reflecting on its growth and impact on the community.

Business


Mangaia’s ‘ringed web of caves’ offers rich geological and historical treasures

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, In Depth, Memory Lane, Weekend

A team of American cave explorers estimate there may be hundreds of caves yet to be explored on Mangaia in what one team member describes as ‘a ringed web of caves’ rich in geological and historical interest, including evidence of pre-historic exploration, writes Rod Dixon.

Features


Deep sea dilemma: Cook Islanders weigh the cost of mineral riches

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, In Depth

As international experts gathered at the world’s largest gathering of ocean mineral stakeholders in Rarotonga this week, some Cook Islanders joined hands in protest against the proposed deep-sea mining of polymetallic nodules containing valuable minerals in the Cook Islands seabed.

Features


Tupapa and Avatiu lock horns in thrilling Round Cup clashes

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Victoria Park will host another thrilling round of matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition, with Tupapa Maraerenga FC taking on Avatiu FC in pivotal encounters for both the Premier Men and Senior Women.

Football


Tri Nations finale

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

Cook Island Rugby Union looks to conclude the season in a remarkable fashion with the Tri Nations 15s Series finale at Aretere Park in Avatiu this afternoon.

Netball


Do-or-die match for Cook Islands U21

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

The Cook Islands U21 netball team must defeat Papua New Guinea today to qualify for the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar.

Netball


Atiu Enua calls for unity as new leadership takes office

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

Atiu Enua celebrated the swearing-in of their new mayor and Island Council members on Wednesday at the CICC Sunday School Hall in Mapumai.

National


Te Ipukarea Society: Rat free Takutea on its way: Stage 1 of eradication project successfully concluded

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Stage one of the Takutea Rat Eradication Project has successfully concluded, with the field team arriving back in Atiu and Rarotonga aboard the Marumaru Atua last Saturday morning.

Editorials


Thomas Wynne: Be a good ancestor

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

We are more than just warriors, we are data collectors too. We all have that person in our family who is the data collector – generally a genealogy data collector, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Editorials


Jurors advised to remain open-minded

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

Jurors in a rape and burglary trial have been instructed not to discuss the case with anyone and to maintain an open mind as they return to High Court on Monday for closing submissions.

Court


Poll: Cook Islanders oppose deep sea mining

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National

A recent online opinion poll conducted in the Cook Islands revealed that 66 per cent of residents oppose deep sea mining, while 49 per cent disapprove of exploration.

Environment


Tapaitau and Charlie-Puna released to ‘family jobs’

Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National

Two high-profile inmates, sentenced to jail time in March this year, have been hired by their families through the Ministry of Corrective Services’ work scheme programme.

Court


Kata: Fake customs and traditions

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Runners return for Round Raro Race

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Athletics, Sports

Over 270 runners and walkers across the 10 kilometre and 31km courses are set to hit the roads early tomorrow for the 2024 BSP Round Rarotonga Road Race.

Athletics


Church talk: Anointed for the marketplace

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Initially, I believed church was primarily about Sunday services, singing, sermons, and socialising. However, I later realised that this was a superficial understanding of Jesus and the message of the gospel, writes Rachel Best of The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.

Church Talk


Geogas prioritises ‘loyal customers’ amidst supply delays

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Geogas Cook Islands Limited says its first obligation is to fulfil its commitments to loyal customers, after a rival company, TOA Gas, accused them of refusing to sell them gas during ongoing shipping delays earlier this month, threatening legal action.

Local


Letter: The menace of fake customs in Cook Islands

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The Cook Islands, with its rich cultural heritage and pristine natural beauty, has long been a beacon for tourists and researchers alike. However, in recent times, the islands have been plagued by a disturbing trend: the proliferation of fake customs and traditions.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: Parliament calendar: 42 days pledged,12 delivered

Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I must thank Mr. Moekaa for his recent reminder that our Parliament continues to dazzle us with its efficiency – or lack thereof – despite its ever-generous budget allocation and the ambitious calendar of sitting days it adopted with such gusto last year … the calendar that was supposed to keep Parliament glued to their seats for 42 days in 2024. I’m sure the MPs had every intention of working those days … until, well, they didn’t.

Letters to the Editor


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