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Stuck in the doldrums? Vaka Marumaru Atua crew waits for fair winds
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Tourism, Weekend
Eager to set sail for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (Festpac 2024) in Hawai’i from June 6–16, the Vaka Marumaru Atua crew awaits favourable northwesterly winds for their departure from Rarotonga.
MFAI head role advertised
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The role of the head of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) is being advertised as the ministry plans ‘festivities’ to mark its 40 years of service in the Cook Islands.
Motorist ordered to pay $9k for crashing into Tupapa store
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A motorist who crashed into the TEM Store in Tupapa in January this year has been ordered to pay around $9,000 in reparations for damages to the store and its goods.
Kata: Underage villains
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Exciting start to netball season
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga Netball Club competition round 1 has concluded with exhilarating matches and surprising outcomes, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. Teams across various age categories competed fiercely, showcasing their skills and determination on the court.
Fishermen reel in giant catches
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Sports
Rarotonga and Aitutaki fishermen are celebrating a bonanza of giant catches, including two 70-kilogram yellowfin tuna by young anglers and a massive 354.5kg blue marlin by a seasoned fisherman.
Aspiring leaders tackle tourism challenges
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism welcomed the second cohort of the Future Leaders Academy students, showcasing a unique collaboration that blends leadership development with innovative tourism solutions.
Supermarket chills things up with ‘The Igloo’
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Local, National
A new dedicated space for fresh and frozen produce and products, “The Igloo”, is set to be unveiled at the CITC Supermarket.
Known juvenile suspected in recent motorbike theft
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
A juvenile known to police is suspected of stealing a motorbike from Club Raro last week.
Nui programme celebrates a year of success, next free course starts tomorrow
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, Local, National
Nui programme celebrates a year of success, next free course starts tomorrow.
Cabinet to decide on Police Commissioner’s future
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police Commissioner’s future is expected to be decided by the Cabinet.
New Zealand family devastated by teenager’s sudden death
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Health, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional, Tourism
A teenager from New Zealand tragically died in his sleep during a family vacation in Rarotonga, leaving his family heartbroken and seeking support for repatriation costs.
Kata: Police crystal ball
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Eels and Lady Bears march on
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Bears are through to the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition finals after hard fought wins in the semifinals on Saturday.
Dallimore and Ritchie claim Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon title
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The conditions on Saturday morning could not have been more perfect for the 30th anniversary Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon which was held with grateful thanks to the Raina family from the Tri site behind Enua Manea Hall in Titikaveka.
Ruta Mave: Sugar – the real threat to Cook Islands children’s health
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by ruthmave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Behind every cloud is a silver lining but in the Cook Islands it will soon be known that behind every cloud is a million dollars fine if you import and sell vapes in the Cook Islands, writes Ruta Mave.
Letter: ‘Back off big money’
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Saturday’s full-page article, “What (on Earth) Under Sea are Polymetallic Nodules”.
Volunteer firefighter to tackle Sky Tower for friend battling cancer
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Dedicated Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade member Tahiti Isaaka is participating in the Firefighters Sky Tower Challenge 2024 in Aotearoa New Zealand this month to raise funds for blood cancer.
New mammogram machine still in its procurement discussion stage: Williams
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health says the new mammogram machine to replace the outdated one is still in it procurement discussion stage.
Proposed law on tainted cryptocurrency ‘terrible’ for human rights, says expert
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Parliament, Technology
A Cook Islands cryptocurrency expert is critical of a proposed law targeting tainted cryptocurrency, arguing it undermines human rights and doesn’t address the real channels of money laundering.
