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Legal recreational drug of choice
Monday 28 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Perhaps you have a young cub reporter on staff who could work his or her way through the last five or so years of Cook Islands News and come up with a rough estimate of the percentage of newsprint reporting on the downside of our national acceptance of alcohol as our legal recreational drug of choice
Security measures a must, warn Police
Monday 28 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Security measures are a must as the festive season draws near and break-ins are likely to increase.
Feel the music, dance and let your body tell the story
Monday 28 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
It is all about moving and feeling the music and the song, says Lady-Joe TangataTerekia. Known to many as LJ, the mother of 11 visited Rarotonga to empower women and encourage them to accept who they are through her Hulanesian Fitness programme.
Cook Islander crowned Aussie boxing champ
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
For Cook Islander Tiana Baker-Echegaray, boxing has been one of her hardest challenges. She is now the Australian Boxing 54kg Bantamweight Champion, winning the title last week in Adelaide, Australia.
Final fight for Championships
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga FC will host Nikao Sokattak in the final round of the Rarotonga Football season at CIFA Complex this afternoon.
Graduates prove age is no barrier to learning
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National
One hundred and thirteen (113) graduates walked across the stage to receive their certificates in the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute graduation at the National Auditorium on Friday.
Small school with big heart
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The sweet voice of Elijah Nootai singing the National Anthem with such passion and pride rang soundly at the Nukutere College prizegiving ceremony on Friday.
Tivaivai treasures on display in Mangaia
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local
A magnificent display of newly made tivaivai was held on Mangaia recently, organised by the women’s group (vainetini) from the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC), Oneroa. By Pamela Steele.
Punanga Nui Market turns 30
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Go Local
It’s been 30 years since vendors gathered to sell their tasty homemade goods, produce, and locally-made wares at what is now popularly known as the Punanga Nui Market. Auntie Mii Upu, aka Mrs Q, was there in 1992 and can be still found at the Avarua site, five days a week, selling her own brand of crafted materials.
Making her voice heard
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Features, Weekend
Teherenui Koteka wants Cook Islands and Pasifika people to survive and thrive in the topsy-turvy world of creative arts both here and abroad. The playwright talks to senior journalist Matthew Littlewood about her latest work and her aspirations for the future.
Fish harvest strategy ‘removes politics and focuses on science’
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown claims the country is part of the best-managed tuna fishery in the world, but Glen Holmes from Pew Research’s international fisheries programme says this would be true if a harvest strategy is implemented.
Why we need a moratorium on deep seabed mining
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Opinion
Do we have to trash the ocean to save our climate? No, we do not. New analysis shows how technological innovation and circular economy models can meet the demand for minerals without deep seabed mining.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Time to review electricity rates?
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
TAU (Te Aponga Uira) were quick to respond to fuel increases by increasing their electricity rates across the board.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Making up law as they go?
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, In 2020, Te Marae Ora, through the Director of Clinical Services put out a release that stated “There are no laid down import regulations for methadone”. Methadone is a Class B controlled drug in the Narcotics and Misuse of Drugs Act 2004.
CIFWA to hold inaugural Feminist Forum
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Aiming to empower and build capacity for young women, the Cook Islands Family Welfare Association (CIFWA) will be hosting Cook Islands National Feminist Forum on November 29.
Arrest warrant for rape accused
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
An arrest warrant has been issued for a Mangaia man who failed to turn up to the High Court for sentencing
The location is just brilliant: Hospo veteran finds his tropical paradise
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Go Local
Aro’a Beachside Inn and its beachside restaurant Shipwreck Hut are getting a makeover after a visiting Kiwi fell in love with the place.
Cook Islands step up campaign to end violence against women
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police Service marked White Ribbon Day in a collaborative effort with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) starting with a 7am Mass at the St Joseph’s Catholic Cathedral on Friday.
Petition survives: Cook Islands United Party petition to have its day in the High Court
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands United Party candidate Margharet Matenga’s petition that claims several voters in the Titikaveka electorate were ineligible and should not have been counted will get its chance in the High Court.
Paddlers battle extreme conditions
Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
There were 24 paddlers on the start line in Wednesday’s Oe Vaka Nationals Singles event which was raced in very challenging ocean conditions with strong south easterly winds and swell.
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