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Ruth Mave: We do have the freedom of speech and ability to vote

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Big changes don’t just happen by large referendums. Large changes occur by the accumulation of small actions, attitudes and voices. The voice has started.

Letter: Medicinal cannabis

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Here's the deal.

Letter: The principle of democracy

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The Prime Minister is quoted in the Cook Islands New on October 12 as saying he and the government have ”no issue“ with the proposed ring road diversion behind the old Vaimaanga Hotel site.

The magic of music: Dame Kiri Jeanette Claire Te Kanawa attends Opera in Rarotonga

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The audience was entertained by operatic Arias, classics and contemporary, “trying to get everyone on the edge of their seats and to have fun.”

Questions raised over reparation quotes in careless driving matter

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man charged with drink driving, and awaiting his day in court, went out and did it again.

Cooks Tourism announces people’s choice awards

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism

To mark World Tourism Day this year, Cook Islands Tourism (CIT) has launched the Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards.

Careless driving and failure to report accused discharged without conviction

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man charged with careless driving and failing to comply and report an accident has been discharged without conviction in a case where his lawyer said “the defendant should have been the victim”.

Cooks Old Post Office closed down: 50 government staff moved on

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Structural building integrity and asbestos issues at the Old Post Office have resulted in more than 50 staff members being relocated and the building being closed down.

Two months of professional services expenses come with a $190,000 bill

Monday 16 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Professional services expenses have cost the Cook Islands government nearly $200,000 in just two months.

Kata: Israel-Hamas war

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata: Sydney to Raro

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Domestic cricket battle intensifies

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

The round five for men’s and round four women’s cricket competition will be held today.

11 stonefish poisoning cases so far

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

There have been 11 stonefish poisoning cases reported at the Rarotonga Hospital since January 18 this year. This was confirmed by the outgoing director of hospital health services, Dr Yin Yin May.

MFAI secures seat on NZ flight to bring home remaining residents

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Tourism

The remaining 28 Cook Islands residents in Jerusalem were set to fly out of Tel Aviv early this morning as the Israel-Hamas war enters its eighth day. Rashneel Kumar reports.

Pink Ribbon Day awareness: Early detection is key

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National

In a global effort to raise awareness on breast cancer, October has been designated as Pink Month. During this time, there are efforts to educate the public about the disease, including early identification and the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.

High tropical cyclone risk: Cook Islands braces for two to three cyclones this season

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Two to three named cyclones are expected to pass through the Cook Islands this tropical cyclone season.

A second shot at greatness: Netballer Taripo comes out of retirement

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Netball, Pacific Games, Sports, Weekend

Veteran netballer Curly Taripo is all set to make her return to the national side after being named in the Cook Islands team for the Nations Cup and the Pacific Games later in the year.

Tetevano draws on past as he looks to future after stroke

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

Zane Tetevano hopes to wind the clock back 14 years by helping Cook Islands to an upset win in his comeback after suffering a stroke earlier this year.

Football fans brace for thrilling Round 10 action in Rarotonga

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Rarotonga football season has reached its 10th round, with the excitement and anticipation in the air as teams take to the field to compete head-to-head at Tupapa Field and Avatiu Field today.

‘Our culture is deeply ingrained within us, and it is our responsibility to hold onto it’

Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

One of the biggest and most vibrant Cook Islands cultural festival in the world – Te Maeva Nui ō Aotearoa New Zealand – thundered to a close at the Trust Arena in Auckland, New Zealand, late last month. This year’s biennial event which had over 1500 performers saw some first timers who shared their experience with senior journalist Melina Etches.