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Kata: Water tarrifs
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Neururer, Skurosz victorious in gruelling Adventure Race
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The lagoon in Titikaveka could not have been more perfect for the PTS & Uncle Toms Adventure Race which was held Saturday afternoon.
Tough conditions test paddlers at National Singles Championships
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Hot flat sea conditions made it a tough grind for paddlers in the National Singles Championships on Saturday.
Battle for supremacy
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Puaikura and Tupapa Maraerenga will clash today and tomorrow in round three Rarotonga football competition, marking their first encounter this season at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Letter: Bring back real competition!
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Re: Aug 7th 2024 article, pg 3, Te Maeva Nui prize awards night.
Diaspora dismayed over lack of Te Maeva Nui livestream
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The decision not to livestream the annual Te Maeva Nui festival due to copyright concerns has sparked widespread disappointment among the Cook Islands diaspora and those in remote areas.
Health services to resume at Tupapa Clinic, timeline to be confirmed
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health and the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) will be working closely to determine the timeline for health services to resume at the Tupapa Primary Care and Outpatient Clinic.
NZ transit visa waiver for Fijians to take effect in September
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Tourism
From September, Fijians residing in the Cook Islands will no longer require a New Zealand transit visa to travel to and from Rarotonga to Fiji through Auckland.
Police confirm cardiac arrest led to drowning
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
Police have confirmed that the death of a woman at a Rarotonga reef a week ago was due to cardiac arrest leading to drowning.
Repeat offender sentenced for domestic violence, child assault
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who completed his 12 months of probation supervision this month has been ordered to serve another 12 months including six months of community service after being convicted of wilful damage and assault on a female.
Backpacks snatched by motorbike thieves
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Cook Islands Police received a complaint from tourists whose backpacks were snatched from suspects on a motorbike on Tuesday.
Local women outshine global peers in business leadership
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
Cook Islands women have significantly outperformed global averages in business leadership roles, according to a new report, but gender parity remains elusive in higher political positions.
Revitalised Vaka Paikea to embark on educational and cultural voyage
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation’s Vaka Paikea was relaunched into Avatiu Harbour under the watchful eyes of its captain and traditional navigator Peia Patai and crew after nearly nine months on dry dock.
Grassroots and U18 teams take the field in Rarotonga football round three opener
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The third round of Rarotonga football competition 2024 kicks off today at 4.15 pm, featuring our young grassroots stars, the U6s, U8s, and U10s mixed teams, on CIFA Field 1.
Kata: Vape
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Everyone is a winner, says Culture
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The organisers of Te Maeva Nui 2024 have clarified the results of the prize giving on Sunday following reports that a specific team had won and been named champions.
Thousands flock to witness Te Maeva Nui’s best, empty seats mar closing night
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Te Maeva Nui 2024 showcased strong, solid and stunning cultural performances of a high standard from each respective team, representing their districts and home islands with pride as they celebrated 59 years of Cook Islands self-governance.
Superfund seeks feedback on pension benefits, contributions
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) is consulting with the public to review its Act following two independent reviews that highlighted significant risks due to an imbalance of decision-making power, prompting the need for improved checks and balances.
Tangaroa declared rightful Tamatoa Ariki after three-year legal battle
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Local, National, Outer Islands
It was a double celebration for Teao Tangaroa, who was declared the rightful title holder of the Tamatoa Ariki of Arutanga in a court ruling on his birthday yesterday.
Beddoes withdraws from Paris Olympics 2024 ‘due to injury’
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Top middle distance runner Alex Beddoes withdrew from the Paris Olympics due to injury, but his absence won’t affect Cook Islands’ universality placing in the 2028 Olympic Games.
