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Te Ipukarea Society: Te Reo O Te Moana – The voice of the ocean
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Te Ipukarea Society was recently invited to French Polynesia to participate in an event known as “Te Reo O Te Moana”, the voice of the ocean.
Film Raro2 screening tonight
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Film Raro2 is telling our own stories with our own voices. A world first concept in the way that it links passionate filmmakers to indigenous people to collaborate in the production of international short films.
Livestock farmers aim to improve production and animal health
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Agriculture, Features, Food, National, Weekend
The Ministry of Agriculture through a training conducted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) aims to assist livestock farmers in improving their production by artificial insemination (AI). This week farmers from Mauke, Aitutaki, Palmerston and Rarotonga including the Ministry of Agriculture staff took part in a three-day training which included theory and practical work. […]
Sister Elizabeth marks 60 years of religious service
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Cook Islander Sister Elizabeth Browne-Russell celebrated her diamond jubilee of religious profession in Auckland with a special Mass, marking 60 years of service and dedication to her vocation.
Training counsellors on gender based violence
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
While increasing awareness surrounding gender based violence is important, it is believed that counsellors need to be trained to recognise the complex trauma that survivors experience.
Thomas Wynne: Seasons of change
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
I do so love Papa Jon Tikivanotau Jonassen’s book Pe’e Maori. In it he writes, “Ko te moemoea ma te umuumu,ka ‘akaperepere e ka rave” – To dream and to hope is to plan and to do – Our future needs both vision and action (Peri Mose 1968), writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Turtle migration disruptionthreatens Rarotonga’s ‘residents’
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Gerald McCormack | Published in Features, In Depth, Weekend
Turtle tourism has become a popular year-round activity in Rarotonga, with both government and civil society groups working to ensure it is safer for turtles and people. In a three-part series, Gerald McCormack of the Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust writes about the distinct lifecycle of the Green sea turtle, which has a distinct lifecycle compared to Hawksbill turtles, the two types of ‘resident’ turtles that local turtle tourism is built around. In the final part of the series, McCormack explains why there should be a ban on interfering with adult turtles during their breeding season, which runs from October through February.
Police Commissioner looks into staff pay increment
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
After several months of facing staffing shortages due to budget cuts and uncompetitive remuneration, Cook Islands Police Service could see some changes including an improvement in their pay.
Rarotonga Schools Festival showcases cultural brilliance
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Over two nights, Wednesday and Thursday, thousands gathered at Te Are Karioi Nui to witness the energy, joy and pride as hundreds of students lit up the stage in the exhilarating biennial Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival.
Kata: Wearable art
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Titikaveka to host Arorangi
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Titikaveka Pearls in the premier division are dominating netball Cook Islands’ 2025 domestic competition after defeating Tupapa 34-33 last week.
Avatiu Eels determined to win
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Eels are determined to make a powerful return to the Rarotonga Rugby League 13s domestic competition today, with a firm focus on discipline and teamwork as they take on the Tupapa Panthers.
Boys Brigade celebrate 90th anniversary
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Boys Brigade is celebrating its 90th anniversary today, bringing together brigade members from all over Rarotonga as well as the outer islands.
Virtues in Paradise: Aligning with God’s purpose
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
In the weeks leading to Easter, my mind returns to the powerful example of Jesus Christ during His brief ministry. He was only thirty when He was baptised, beginning His ministry, and thirty-three when He was crucified, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Kata: China vs USA
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Major changes to New Zealand visitor visas for Pacific Islanders
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Caledonia, Pacific Islands, Regional
Major changes for Pacific Islanders applying for New Zealand visitor visas have been announced but opposition MPs say more needs to be done.
JP grants name suppression in superfund case
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A Cook Islands businessperson and their company, charged with failing to pay superannuation contributions, were granted interim name suppression by a Justice of the Peace.
Public consultation open for Maii Residential Hillside Development
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service (NES) is calling on the public to have their say on the proposed Maii Residential Hillside Development Project, which is now open for public consultation under the Environment Act 2003.
Paradise pace: Canine convoy causes commuter chaos
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
There’s nothing better than a morning cruise in paradise with a dog escort, as long as you can tune out the traffic jam you’re causing and just go at your own pace
TMO prevents dengue spread after imported case: Williams
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health recorded one dengue case earlier this year in the Cook Islands, triggering the health team to conduct necessary protocols to prevent the viral infection from spreading.
