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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.
Man acquitted of murder
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A 57-year-old man was acquitted by the Chief Justice Patrick Keane at the High Court in Rarotonga yesterday after an 11-member jury found him not guilty of murder.
Cook Islands can learn from Maori fishing model, suggests NZ Minister
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional
Cook Islands can learn from the New Zealand Maori experience to develop their fishing industry and empower their people to participate, says New Zealand Minister for Oceans and Fisheries Shane Jones.
League gears up for historic clashes
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The rugby league enthusiasts in Rarotonga are eagerly awaiting the first-ever clash between the Country Maroons and the Town Blues today.
New guardians for Suwarrow Park
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
With their complementary skills and passion for conservation, the newly appointed Suwarrow Park rangers are ready to safeguard the island’s ecology and cultural heritage.
Te Ipukarea Society AGM, a time to reflect and plan for a sustainable future
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
The past 12 months zoomed past in a flash and already Te Ipukarea has held their 28th Annual General Meeting last week, Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Tapu versus Noa: Finding balance between tradition and progress
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
What is Tapu, sacred or restricted in use and by whom, and what is Noa or free to be utilised by anyone, be they male or female? How do we make something Tapu and then lift that Tapu to make it Noa or free again? Thomas Tarurongo Wynne writes.
‘Love our little paradise’ : Cook Islands unites for World Oceans Day
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, Features, National
A local non-government organisation nears harvesting a milestone 10,000 crown-of-thorns starfish from Rarotonga reefs since launching Operation Taramea in 2020.
Mangaia’s Craft and Trade a sell-out success!
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
The Craft and Trade Exhibition during the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration ended yesterday at the Oneroa Market.
Cook Islands drum up excitement at FestPAC with captivating shows
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The pulsating drums, magnificent performers, vibrant costumes and skilled artisans from Cook Islands are capturing crowds at the 13th Pacific Arts Festival and Culture in Honolulu, Hawai’i, with their captivating shows and highly crafted artistic skills.
