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Letter: Appointment process

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

How interesting that the PSC keeps saying that the Mr Lewis was one of the top three candidates for the role of Secretary for Education - when he was the first of the five interviewed to receive an email saying he was not successful in his application to become the Secretary.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: ‘Equity’ in water tariffs

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write to you in response to your contributor Ruta Mave in her column in the Monday, July 15th edition titled ‘Water tariff public consultations a tick-box exercise?’.

Letters to the Editor


Meals on Wheels delivers hope to senior citizens in need

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in

The harsh realities of life for some elderly people in the country, such as being forgotten by their families or having serious health problems, is the inspiration behind the Meals on Wheels programme.


Drink driving matters

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

In a driving related charge, a businesswoman was ordered to surrender her passport and not to leave the Cook Islands without the approval of the High Court.

Court


Woman, 59, discharged without conviction for assaulting child

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A woman who was accused of assaulting a child has been discharged without conviction by Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro at the Criminal Court in Avarua yesterday.

Court


Cook Islands, University of Auckland holds talks about future opportunities

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National

An introductory meeting between the Cook Islands Education Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa, his ministerial team and the University of Auckland, was held earlier this week at the city campus in Auckland.

Education


Opposition leader Browne declines invitation, MPs eye return to PAC

Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

The Leader of the Opposition has declined to rejoin the Public Accounts Committee while two Opposition MPs have expressed interest in returning to the committee.

National


Water petition gains momentum, organising committee meets House of Ariki

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National

The petition opposing the planned water tariffs in Rarotonga is gaining momentum with over 1500 signatures so far including support from the Pa Enua and Cook Islanders residing overseas.

Economy


Chinese province donates equipment to Cook Islands, eyes broader cooperation

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands

Cook Islands and China’s Guangdong province strengthened ties through equipment donations and discussions on future collaboration in areas like agriculture, fisheries and cultural exchange.

Economy


Japan pledges inter island vessel, farm equipment

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands

Cook Islands and Japan discussed strengthening cooperation on climate change, shipping, renewable energy, technology and regional issues like nuclear wastewater discharge and Pacific banking.

Economy


Education head Lewis to attend Sports Ministers Meeting in Paris

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National

Secretary of Education Owen Lewis has been granted leave to attend a sports ministers meeting in Paris, France, leading up to the 2024 Olympic Games.

Education


Rarotonga’s winter chill brings flu risk

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather

Ministry of Health is encouraging people to get flu vaccinations and practice good hygiene as the winter season brings colder temperatures.

Local


Letter: ‘Education is in a real mess’

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The Ministry of Education is in a real mess.

Letters to the Editor


Women’s teams ready for battle

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

As the 2024 Rarotonga football season approaches, anticipation is high for the Women’s Championship, where teams will vie for glory and a chance to qualify for the prestigious OFC Women's Champions League (OFC WCL).

Football


Apii Nikao students showcase culture in Maori Week performances

Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Apii Nikao students celebrated Cook Islands Maori Week with a hive of activities before heading into their school break for the end of term two, which begins tomorrow.

Education


Cook Islands and ADB discuss continued partnership for development goals

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Public Service Commissioner Carl Hunter and Asian Development Bank (ADB) representative James Webb met last month in Rarotonga to discuss forward co-operation between the Cook Islands and the ADB in the public sector.

Economy


Kata: Travel buddy to Paris

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Kata: Shipping

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Tapaitau appeal dismissed

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Former deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau will continue serving his two-year-and-nine-months sentence after an appeal against it was dismissed this week by the Court of Appeal.

Court


Cook Islands delegation makes strong showing at Traditional Games

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Team Cook Islands put on an impressive display of skill and athleticism at the recent Heiva Tū'aro Mā'ohi Traditional Games held in Tahiti, French Polynesia.

Other Sports


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