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Winning costume sparks outrage

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Local, National

A week after the 2024 Te Maeva Nui cultural festival, controversy continues over Oire Tupapa Maraerenga’s winning costume, which was originally designed for the CINAT team. The Ministry of Cultural Development has dismissed claims of unfair advantage.

ICI explains road works delay in front of old Sheraton site

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

Unresolved matters related to the potential diversion of the road around the old Sheraton hotel in Vaimaanga are among the reasons no road work has started on the main road in front of the site.

Kata: Maeva Nui 2024

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Performance fuels young captain’s desire

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands have well and truly punched above their weight at the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship in Tahiti.

Church Talk: A word from our Jubilee Celebration

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

It has been an outstanding time for The Assemblies of God Cook Islands celebrating our Jubilee Celebration Conference, writes Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.

Letter: ‘You’re missing the point, PM’

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

So the Prime Minister is now comparing the petition of 3400 signatures to tell his Government that his people are not happy with the water situation. How to belittle your own people.

Letter: Democracy in action!

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Kia Orana. Once upon a time, democratic principles meant that the people told their elected Members of Parliament what they wanted and this actually worked. Recently the “people” presented a petition to Parliament, signed by many individuals, telling the Government that they do not wish to see the imposition of water meters and charges … Simple! Democracy in action!

Journey of Pacific Mothers comes to Rarotonga screen

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features, Health, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

A locally shot documentary feature film exploring the importance of women’s birthing choices through the stories of Pacific mothers reclaiming indigenous practices premieres in Rarotonga tomorrow.

‘Understaffed’ Police to receive timely training from NZ experts

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has met with the acting Police Commissioner Aka Matapo to discuss preparations on the new training initiatives in partnership with New Zealand Police.

Courts briefs

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Justice of the Peace Nadine Newnham presided over driving-related matters and a single wilful damage matter involving the Mangaia hostel yesterday.

Ready to weather the storm: Three-day conference bolsters cyclone preparedness

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, Local, National, Weather

The Emergency Management Cook Islands (EMCI) hosted a three-day conference to identify areas for improvement in preparation for future cyclones.

Incumbents face tough challenge in outer islands mayoral election

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Incumbent mayors of eight outer islands face a tough battle in the upcoming Island Government election, while the mayoral positions in Rakahanga and Pukapuka Nassau are unchallenged.

Kata: Water tarrifs

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Neururer, Skurosz victorious in gruelling Adventure Race

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The lagoon in Titikaveka could not have been more perfect for the PTS & Uncle Toms Adventure Race which was held Saturday afternoon.

Tough conditions test paddlers at National Singles Championships

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports

Hot flat sea conditions made it a tough grind for paddlers in the National Singles Championships on Saturday.

Battle for supremacy

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Puaikura and Tupapa Maraerenga will clash today and tomorrow in round three Rarotonga football competition, marking their first encounter this season at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Letter: Bring back real competition!

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re: Aug 7th 2024 article, pg 3, Te Maeva Nui prize awards night.

Diaspora dismayed over lack of Te Maeva Nui livestream

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The decision not to livestream the annual Te Maeva Nui festival due to copyright concerns has sparked widespread disappointment among the Cook Islands diaspora and those in remote areas.

NZ transit visa waiver for Fijians to take effect in September

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Tourism

From September, Fijians residing in the Cook Islands will no longer require a New Zealand transit visa to travel to and from Rarotonga to Fiji through Auckland.