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Healey wins blistering Tour de Raro cycle race
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Ride Rarotonga Tour de Raro is always a highlight of the Cook Islands Triathlon week of events, and the blisteringly fast cycle sprint around the island is a perfect way to close out the events.
Keeping the flame alive
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The biennial Cook Islands Golden Oldies Rugby Mini Festival kicks off this Saturday at 1pm at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Breaking barriers in filmmaking: Award winning director creates first Pacific film in sign language
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
In an important milestone for the Pacific film industry, local filmmaker Glenda Tuaine has been awarded a prestigious fellowship funding from the Pacific Islanders in Communications (PIC) to create her latest short film, ‘Deaf Girl Dancing’. Melina Etches reports.
Community support key to fulfilling Red Cross mandate
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Upholding humanity in the face of adversity is one of the key messages of World Red Cross Red Crescent Day which was observed yesterday, as they confront a world inundated by conflict, disasters, and unprecedented challenges.
Tobacco Bill requires permits, new age limit and bans promotion
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The proposed Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2024 would require businesses currently importing and selling tobacco to reapply for a permit.
Cook Islands and Vietnam discuss future co-operation
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The visiting Vietnam’s Ambassador to the Cook Islands, Van Trung Nguyen, presented his letters of credence to the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters yesterday morning.
Sew good! Vaimaanga women keep tradition alive while making a living
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Business, Features, Local, National
Selling tie-dye bed sheets or pareu is not only a source of income, but also a way of keeping the art of hand printing or tie-dye alive for young mothers and older women.
Lewis takes helm at CISNOC
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The daughter of the outgoing secretary general has been named the new head of Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) following a ‘comprehensive selection process’.
Exciting times ahead as market makeover begins
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Punanga Nui Market is undergoing a major reorganisation to improve the market’s capacity and create a more vibrant place for both vendors and visitors.
Letter: Victims of vaccine injury?
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Heartbreaking to hear of the sudden unexpected death of 15-year-old Drazei holidaying with his family in Raro. Absolutely heartbreaking to hear, especially as a mother, my heart goes out to the family.
Kata: Govt jobs
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Battle for supremacy: Netball knockout round starts tonight
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
Local netball fans can expect an evening filled with exciting netball action as the Netball Cook Islands Competition presents a series of knockout matches in both the Open 1 and Open 2 grades.
Film Raro2 returns to empower storytellers
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Rarotonga is set to host a digital capacity-building and filmmaking project called Film Raro2.
Pet Talk: Arthritis in dogs
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Arthritis, a common ailment among aging humans, also plagues our beloved canine companions, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Family passion fuels Mateariki
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Te Mire Ura Dancer of the Year competition continue this week with the senior division competitors, aged 17 and over, hitting the dance floor on Thursday, May 9, at Te Are Karioi (National Auditorium), from 6pm.
Shoppers delight in CITC Supermarket’s new ‘Igloo’
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
CITC Supermarket proudly opened its new, spacious chilled and frozen department, aptly named “Igloo” or “Pia Anuanu”, delighting shoppers who streamed through yesterday morning.
Young man gets probation for assaulting international league player, another man
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A young man has been sentenced to 12 months’ probation supervision for two separate assault charges where one of the victims was an international league player.
Stuck in the doldrums? Vaka Marumaru Atua crew waits for fair winds
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Tourism, Weekend
Eager to set sail for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (Festpac 2024) in Hawai’i from June 6–16, the Vaka Marumaru Atua crew awaits favourable northwesterly winds for their departure from Rarotonga.
MFAI head role advertised
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The role of the head of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) is being advertised as the ministry plans ‘festivities’ to mark its 40 years of service in the Cook Islands.
Motorist ordered to pay $9k for crashing into Tupapa store
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A motorist who crashed into the TEM Store in Tupapa in January this year has been ordered to pay around $9,000 in reparations for damages to the store and its goods.
