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Whitta’s 100th birthday a Royal affair

Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

As a delightful surprise during her 100th birthday party on Wednesday, October 25, Tepaeru Whitta nee Araitia was presented with a special birthday card from both King Charles III and the Governor General of New Zealand, courtesy of the King’s Representative, Sir Tom Marsters.

Cook Islands News lodges complaint with Parliamentary Services

Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Parliament

The Office of the Ombudsman has advised the Cook Islands News to lodge a complaint with Parliamentary Services, advising them of concerns in relation to the release of the MPs travel costs between July 1 to September 30, 2023.

Breakdown of MP travel spending: PM, Opposition leader at the top

Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Politics

A breakdown of the spending figures shows the event attended, departure and arrival dates, airfare costs, accommodation costs, meals/incidentals, additional allowances and totals for each of the 14 MPs, for the period July 1 to September 30, 2023.

Te Kukupa II returning home after maintenance

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Maintenance work on Te Kukupa II is complete, and the Cook Islands maritime patrol vessel is on its way home.

Piho’s turtle bubble photo makes a splash in New Zealand

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features

Award winning Cook Islands photographer Charlotte Piho has been recognised again for her stunning wildlife photography.

Kata: Gaza

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cooks secure biggest winning margin

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

After successive defeats, the Cook Islands netball team bounced back to beat Canada on day four of the Mirxes Nations Cup in Singapore this week.

Church Talk: Jesus, our anchor of hope

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

In a world facing uncertain times, people are looking for answers. They are seeking for hope now more than ever, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Letter: Government not seeking a loan

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Your article of Monday 23rd October entitled – Cook Islands seeks US loan to develop seabed mineral sector – reports that the Cook Islands is seeking a loan from the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), the implication being that government is seeking a loan to develop the seabed mineral sector.

Letter: Cook Islands is ‘not independent’

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Prime Minister Mark Brown’s overseas travel busy visiting various countries and signing agreements is bridging international relations as head of the Pacific Islands Forum countries and the Cook Islands. At the same time the PM is trying to tap into foreign aid funds for development.

Enhancing boating safety in Aitutaki

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

The Iceberg motor yacht and Flying Cloud sailing boat have both made generous donations to the Aitutaki Boating Education (ABE) while recently visiting the island.

Hosking-Tinirau to lead Chamber of Commerce

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Addrienne Hosking-Tinirau has been elected the new chair of the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce at its annual general meeting (AGM) this week.

Lemon stealer gets a bitter taste of justice

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man has been convicted and sentenced in a long standing case involving the theft of lemons.

A plea for help: Senior Rarotonga couple keen to watch their favourite flicks in comfort

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Nikao couple Ian and Jackie Sanderson don’t have a lot, but what they do have, they care very much about.

Police throw bombshell at defence in burglary case

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man’s alibi in a case of burglary has been thrown into disarray due to late evidence presented at a defended hearing.

Rarotonga celebrates Nuku Day with biblical dramas and joyous singing

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features

A good crowd of over 200 visitors and locals gathered at Teimurimotia Park in Titikaveka yesterday to witness the wonderful Nuku Day (Gospel Day) biblical drama presentations celebrating the arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands.

MPs near annual travel budget in three months

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Members of Parliament have nearly spent their annual travel and allowances (local and overseas) budget of $250,000 just three months into the 2023/24 financial year, due to a series of overseas trips.

Mana Tiaki initiatives seek to enhance Forum delegates’ experiences

Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum

The Cook Islands continue to advance preparations to welcome Pacific Leaders to Rarotonga and Aitutaki for the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) to be held from 6 – 10 November 2023.

Kata: Water meter

Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Athletics coach takes on pentathlon in effort to promote sport in the Cook Is

Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

Cook Islands News columnist Ruth Mave is keen to bring modern pentathlon to the nation and has set about competing in the sport to get a first-hand taste of what it’s like.