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Letter: ‘Education is in a real mess’

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The Ministry of Education is in a real mess.

Letters to the Editor


Women’s teams ready for battle

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

As the 2024 Rarotonga football season approaches, anticipation is high for the Women’s Championship, where teams will vie for glory and a chance to qualify for the prestigious OFC Women's Champions League (OFC WCL).

Football


Apii Nikao students showcase culture in Maori Week performances

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Apii Nikao students celebrated Cook Islands Maori Week with a hive of activities before heading into their school break for the end of term two, which begins tomorrow.

Education


Cook Islands and ADB discuss continued partnership for development goals

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Public Service Commissioner Carl Hunter and Asian Development Bank (ADB) representative James Webb met last month in Rarotonga to discuss forward co-operation between the Cook Islands and the ADB in the public sector.

Economy


Kata: Travel buddy to Paris

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Kata: Shipping

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Tapaitau appeal dismissed

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Former deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau will continue serving his two-year-and-nine-months sentence after an appeal against it was dismissed this week by the Court of Appeal.

Court


Cook Islands delegation makes strong showing at Traditional Games

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Team Cook Islands put on an impressive display of skill and athleticism at the recent Heiva Tū'aro Mā'ohi Traditional Games held in Tahiti, French Polynesia.

Other Sports


Minister to make history as first female chair of WHO meeting

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National

Minister for Health Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown is set to become the first female to chair the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for the Western Pacific meeting in Manila, Philippines, this October.

Health


Letter: National flag

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Well said Norman George with your response to Thomas Wynne’s opinion piece.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: Privacy versus public interest

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

This fiasco surrounding the Ombudsman’s Office and its supposed enquiry into allegations against our former Police Commissioner must stop.

Letters to the Editor


Public input sought on Sovereign Wealth Fund

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National, Technology

Public consultations on establishing a Sovereign Wealth Fund, “a long-term savings account for future generations of the Cook Islands”, begin this evening at 6pm in Vaka Takitumu at the Matavera CICC Sunday School Hall.

Environment


Pet Talk: Foods to avoid feeding cats and dogs to prevent gastric obstructions

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

As pet owners, we often want to share our favourite snacks with our furry companions. However, some foods can pose serious health risks to cats and dogs, particularly those that can cause foreign body obstruction, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

Opinion


Family business builds on legacy: Wichman children lead Cook Islands Building Supplies expansion

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

The Wichman family-built Cook Islands Building Supplies has grown from a small store to a leading supplier with a new fleet, bigger warehouse and expansion plans.

Business


‘Thrilling’ Beach Handball pre-comp enters final round

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball

The Beach Handball pre-competition is now in its fifth and final preliminary round, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion.

Sports


Ex-top cop gets leeway on vehicle

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Despite his retirement, Cook Islands’ former police commissioner is allowed temporary use of a police vehicle while he moves his belongings and a permanent replacement is being chosen.

Crime


Letter: Agriculture refutes TTV claims

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I would like the CEO of TTV (To Tatou Vai) to retract his statement printed in the Cook Islands News on Wednesday 10th July pertaining to MOA (Ministry of Agriculture) not responding to TTV for a meeting.

Letters to the Editor


Kata: Burglars

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Cook Islands eyes playoff spot at OFC U16 Men’s Championship

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports

Cook Islands U16 football team is aiming for a top two finish in the preliminary rounds where it will face Vanuatu, Fiji and New Zealand at the OFC U16 Men’s Championship in Tahiti this month.

Football


Residents coach Nicholas builds for future with young guns for Cook Islands Tri-Series

Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports

Cook Islands Residents coach Clive Nicholas has named a youthful squad for the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League Tri-Series to be held on the Gold Coast, Australia, in September.

League


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