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Rarotonga burglaries on the rise as businesses targeted
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Crime, National
Burglaries are spiking in Rarotonga with two more break-ins reported yesterday by Vili’s Burger Joint in Matavera and Next Shipment in Arorangi.
‘Focus on policing’: MFEM to take over Cook Islands Police finances
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown says police will now focus on policing matters while the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) manages their finances to improve budget management and staff retention.
Town Whites take first step towards Conan’s Cup glory
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The Town Whites, who have never hoisted the prestigious Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series trophy, took a step closer to glory on Saturday by beating Country Blacks in the opening match.
57 awarded Cook Islands Bronze Medallion in successful water safety programme
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Tourism celebrated a successful water safety training programme with a staggering 57 participants awarded the Cook Islands Bronze Medallion (CIBM) 2024.
Letter: Constitutional rights of Cook Islanders
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Any adult who has been charged and/or convicted, now or in the past, for consuming marijuana for personal use in the privacy of their own home has had their constitutional right to privacy violated by the Cook Islands Government.
Four honoured for dedication to public service and community
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend
Cook Islands Government has announced four recipients of the 2024 King’s Birthday Honours awards, three of them women, honoured for their service to health, mental health, education, culture, and the community.
Weekend burglaries target businesses and government agencies
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
A string of burglaries has caused a major concern for Cook Islands Police, adding pressure to their staffing capacity, a spokesperson said.
Five crashes in one weekend
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Weekend driving on Rarotonga continues to be a hit or miss game of carelessness or drunkenness, says Cook Islands Police.
Apii Takitumu girls break barriers, embrace Tangi Kaara Challenge
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
For years, the art of drumming had been the domain of the boys, however, a shift has occurred, as more and more girls have stepped up, eager to master the art of tangi ka’ara (drumming).
PAC recommends passing Budget, Opposition cites procedural issues
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Government MPs-led Public Accounts Committee’s only recommendation is that the 2024-2025 Appropriation Bill (Budget) be passed in Parliament, says its new chair.
‘World’s largest family reunion’ ends with joyous closing ceremony
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National, Regional
After 10 days of culture, tradition, and kinship, the “world’s largest family reunion” and celebration of indigenous Pacific culture came to an end, with a poignant but low-key closing ceremony in Hawai’i, last night.
Ruta Mave: Embracing moments before they’re gone
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Time is money tick tock. We spend time, take time, give time, time and time again. If we invest time, do we get more time back later than invested? Ruta Mave writes.
Town Blues triumph in thrilling series opener
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The first match of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series, held over the weekend, was a spectacular showcase of skill and determination.
Rarotonga a special place for New Zealand Minister Jones
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, New Zealand, Regional, Weekend
New Zealand’s Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Shane Jones’ visits to Rarotonga are not just a break from his political and ministerial duties; they’re also a chance to reconnect with friends.
All systems go for Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Despite delays due to procurement and supply chain issues, construction on Te Tau Papa o Avarua Phase 1 Project will begin by the end of June and will focus on improvements to the Punanga Nui Market, Panama Reserve and Avarua Township.
Young Cook Islands leader encourages youth: “Never be afraid, take up challenges”
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Nineteen-year-old Nicolea Mateariki, who returned from representing Cook Islands at the Young Pacific Leaders Forum during 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC), has a message for young people: “Never be afraid, and always take up challenges.”
Pacific voyaging organisations forge new path of collaboration
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
A gathering of all the voyaging organisations from Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia, including around 10 Pwo navigators, was held last week before master navigator Peia Patai and Vaka Marumaru Atua left Hawai’i for Rarotonga on Saturday.
Mangaia Bicentennial ends on a high note
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, National, Outer Islands
The weeklong of festivities came to an emotional closing on Saturday with thousands converging at the Bicentennial Arena for the official farewell ceremony of the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration.
Budget takes centre stage
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
This week’s Parliament Sitting, which begins today and is expected to run for five days, will focus on the 2024-2025 National Budget.
Hawaiian carvers defend protocols, Tavioni says ‘It is a Pacific Festival and not Hawaiian only’
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art, Features, Local, National, Regional
A group of Hawaiian carvers responded to accusations that a respected female Cook Islands carver was barred from the official carving area at the 13th Pacific Arts Festival and Culture in Honolulu due to a kapu on women carvers.
