Headlines
Aitutaki Harbour Project: Environmental watchdog still lacks expertise for monitoring
Friday 29 December 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
With the Arutanga Harbour Project now in its second phase, concerns regarding environmental impact from dredging remain, as the National Environment Service (NES) still lacks the necessary technical expertise for effective monitoring. Rashneel Kumar reports.
Mavericks crowned Touch champs
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Noel Mani-led Mavericks were crowned the new champions of the Vodafone Cook Islands Boxing Day Touch Rugby Tournament 2023.
For the culture: How community carnivals are helping grow the game
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
A chance to help young players better connect with their cultural identity inspired Cook Islands international Will Samuel to return from his maiden overseas campaign at the Pacific Championships with an empowered passion to represent his nation.
200 years strong: Mangaia prepares for Bicentennial
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, Memory Lane
Preparations are well underway on Mangaia for the celebration of the 200-year anniversary of the arrival of Christian missionaries on the island in 1824. By Pamela Steele.
Vaka voyaging paddles into the digital world
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Local, National
The history of ocean voyaging across Te Moana Nui a Kiva is embarking on a new era as Marumaru Atua – Cook Island Voyaging Society digitises its video tape archives.
Letter: Sheraton redevelopment saga: The two presents
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
When Tim Tepaki returned to the Cook Islands, he brought two presents with him. The first was Unit Titles, which was passed by Parliament in 2005 to double the value of property as shown in LAT sales, and the second was Entitlement Titles, yet to be released to the public and expected to rain money when it does.
Williams retains helm at health ministry for three more years
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Secretary of Health Bob Williams will continue in his role for another three years following his reappointment this month.
Tourism seeks ‘smaller’ cruise liners to beat weather and infrastructure hurdle
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Environment, National, Tourism, Weather
The overreliance on favourable weather conditions significantly hinders Cook Islands Tourism’s ability to further develop the cruise market, says the corporation’s director of destination development Brad Kirner.
New shelters take off at Atiu Airport
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Cook Islands Tourism has successfully concluded another tourism-infrastructure project on Atiu, this one aimed at meeting the needs of both visitors and the local community by upgrading the local airport shelters.
Rarotonga to ship 90,000kg of legacy waste to NZ in record cleanup
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Over 90,000 kilograms of waste stored in 29 containers, comprising both 20-foot and 40-foot units, are ready to be shipped off to New Zealand.
Resorts face scrutiny over pool refills as water crisis deepens
Thursday 28 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The Cook Islands tourism industry is facing calls to conserve water amidst reports of some resorts refilling their pools.
El Niño threat looms large over NZ tourism sector this summer
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional
The tourism industry has been creating plans on how to prepare for the impacts of El Niño during a busy summer.
Motone Productions ends year with stunning Tiki Taane concert and collaborative spirit
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Motone Productions wrapped up their last concert for the year with Aotearoa New Zealand artist Tiki Taane’s “epic” show featuring stunning musicians and DJs at Trios Bar on December 15.
Prominent broadcaster Tairea dies aged 49
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features
Prominent Cook Islands broadcaster — labelled by many the “Voice of the Cook Islands” — Bernard (Bernice) Tairea has died aged 49.
Ruta Mave: A tribute to the mums who make Christmas magical
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Your mum does everything for your family, this year make sure she gets more than one present, writes Ruta Mave.
Nukutere’s Year 8 advocates responsible waste disposal
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
Nukutere College’s Year 8 marked the end of their academic year with a resounding statement at the Social Centre in Nikao – a day out that fused fun with purpose a week before the school term closed earlier this month.
Manihiki accused appears via audio visual link
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A woman charged with four counts of theft as a servant has appeared in court via audio visual link from Manihiki.
JP asks for more details around power pole costs
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A Justice of the Peace has asked Te Aponga Uira (TAU) to provide a further breakdown of costs for a power pole in relation to a careless driving charge.
Accused waives his right to name suppression
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man has waived his right to name suppression on charges of dangerous driving and being unlawfully found on property.
It’s still pilot phase: Education ministry defends low NCEA scores
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education, National
The Education ministry is defending the Cook Islands’ poor performance in the latest National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) literacy and numeracy tests, arguing that they are still in pilot phase.
« Previous 1 … 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 … 389 Next »