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Michael Tavioni: Proposed water charges: A betrayal of the people?
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Water is one of the most essential resources we have, required by everyone in order to stay alive. This present Cook Islands Coalition Government thinks that it is their right to charge for water to those who elected them into office, writes Michael Tavioni BEM.
Letter: National flag proposal draws ire
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Re the opinion article on rethinking of the national flag, by Thomas Wynne on 13.7.24.
Love and reconciliation: Retired Bishop calls for renewal in farewell sermon
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Retired Bishop Paul Donoghue delivered a farewell sermon emphasising the importance of good leadership and the need for love and reconciliation within the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga.
Training aims to combat plant pests
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National
The Plant Health Clinic Training, held for the first time at the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to enhance the skills of the ministry’s extension officers and identify potential plant threats to bolster Cook Islands’ farming sector.
New Public Health Act not implemented for upcoming Tutaka programme
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
The upcoming Tutaka programme will proceed as planned without utilising any provisions of the new Public Health Act, says Te Marae Ora (TMO) health secretary Bob Williams.
Herrmann to remain acting MFAI Secretary
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Office of the Public Service Commissioner (OPSC) says incumbent Tepaeru Herrmann will continue as the acting Secretary of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).
Police suspect ‘same culprit’ in multiple Avarua break-ins
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National
The Cook Islands Library and Museum and the University of the South Pacific Cook Islands Campus reported break-ins yesterday, with police suspecting the same culprit.
Sober drivers lead to crash-free weekend, gunshots reported
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
A police traffic enforcement check in Rarotonga over weekend found that most drivers were sober, leading to a crash-free weekend.
Kata: Health police
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Panthers and Eels secure wins
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second week of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition saw an exciting set of matches in the premier men’s grade. Tupapa put on a powerful performance against Titikaveka, while Avatiu dominated Arorangi.
Letter: Accountability, trust in public administration
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Public administration plays a crucial role in safeguarding the interests of both public servants and the broader community, ensuring trust in the management and delivery of state services.
Ruta Mave: Water tariff public consultations a tick-box exercise?
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The Rarotongan public has short memories because they are once again attending these meetings as with other government led consultations with a false expectation of being listened to, writes Ruta Mave.
Boost for Aitutaki healthcare
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki’s newly opened oxygen plant is expected to provide a significant boost to the island’s healthcare services, while expert technicians work to ensure its smooth operation.
Young Aitutaki mariners set sail for global qualifications
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands
Young men from Aitutaki are on a pathway to further their maritime knowledge and skills by attending a Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) course, a globally recognised set of standards for sailors, in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Fukofuka-Murare takes up deputy high comm role
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands High Commission in New Zealand has welcomed Deputy High Commissioner Amelia Fukofuka-Murare.
Ombudsman cites privacy in refusal to discuss police complaint matters
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Office of the Ombudsman says it is difficult and improper to discuss cases that are referred to them as they are private matters.
Known offender appears in court for multiple burglaries
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man in his 20s has been given time to seek legal advice after he was arrested and remanded in custody for burglary charges.
Court news
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A repeat offender was back in court for a common assault charge last week. Okirua Manuela was charged with common assault, accused of assaulting a man in Avatiu on May 1.
Govt to acquire cargo ships, plans to take control of domestic shipping
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands government is awaiting confirmation from Japan that a cargo-passenger ship meeting their specific requirements will arrive before the end of the year, while also negotiating with China for a second ship.
Kata: Long term rental
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
