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Pink Ribbon Day awareness: Early detection is key
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
In a global effort to raise awareness on breast cancer, October has been designated as Pink Month. During this time, there are efforts to educate the public about the disease, including early identification and the signs and symptoms of breast cancer.
High tropical cyclone risk: Cook Islands braces for two to three cyclones this season
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Two to three named cyclones are expected to pass through the Cook Islands this tropical cyclone season.
A second shot at greatness: Netballer Taripo comes out of retirement
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Netball, Pacific Games, Sports, Weekend
Veteran netballer Curly Taripo is all set to make her return to the national side after being named in the Cook Islands team for the Nations Cup and the Pacific Games later in the year.
Tetevano draws on past as he looks to future after stroke
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Zane Tetevano hopes to wind the clock back 14 years by helping Cook Islands to an upset win in his comeback after suffering a stroke earlier this year.
Football fans brace for thrilling Round 10 action in Rarotonga
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Rarotonga football season has reached its 10th round, with the excitement and anticipation in the air as teams take to the field to compete head-to-head at Tupapa Field and Avatiu Field today.
‘Our culture is deeply ingrained within us, and it is our responsibility to hold onto it’
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
One of the biggest and most vibrant Cook Islands cultural festival in the world – Te Maeva Nui ō Aotearoa New Zealand – thundered to a close at the Trust Arena in Auckland, New Zealand, late last month. This year’s biennial event which had over 1500 performers saw some first timers who shared their experience with senior journalist Melina Etches.
Virtues in Paradise: Seeing through a lens of virtues
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
The way we see others has a deep impact on them and also on us., writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
The Scottish kumete from Atiu via Tahiti
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Art, Features, Weekend
Standing in the middle of the Grand Gallery of the Edinburgh Museum is the largest kumete in the world. But how did it get there, asks Rod Dixon.
World Food Day event celebrates Cook Islands produce and culture
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Agriculture’s World Food Day event at Terevete Park yesterday drew over 55 stallholders selling a variety of fresh produce, plants, and crafts.
Thomas Wynne: What’s in a vote?
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
By the time this editorial goes to print, we will know the outcome of the New Zealand General Election, and that outcome will have been determined by hundreds, if not thousands of voters, who also live and reside in the Cook Islands and overseas, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: Securing our future through ongoing environmental education of our youth
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
It has been a busy school holiday period working alongside the Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau and 40 plus senior ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango and Mata Nātura students from Aitutaki, Mitiaro, Atiu, Mauke, Mangaia and Rarotonga.
Ministry of Justice building lift and remedial works nearing completion
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Court, National
Following a number of unexpected delays, the lift project at the Ministry of Justice building is set to be completed by the end of this month, Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) said in a statement.
High Court adjourns sentencing to confirm conviction details
Saturday 14 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The Cook Islands High Court has once again adjourned the sentencing of Joshua Utanga, who is accused of assaulting his ex-partner, to Tuesday, October 17.
Cook Islands Aitu youngsters rated
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Two Cook Islands youngsters have been earmarked as players to look out for ahead of the 2023 Pacific Championships which kicks off this weekend.
Church Talk: Pray for the peace of Jerusalem
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The peace of Jerusalem must not be disturbed because if it does, those who disturb her peace deserve to suffer the consequences and those who sustain it win great blessing, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Ekalesia Avarua (Cook Islands Christian Church).
New Zealand Election Day: Still time for eligible Cook Islands residents to vote
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Anyone on Rarotonga, eligible, wanting to cast a vote in person for the 2023 New Zealand general election, has until 4pm today.
Letter: Australian Indigenous Voice referendum
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Kia Orana! My husband and I left Cook Islands just yesterday (Tuesday) after a 10-day vacation on Rarotonga. The weather was not kind during our stay but the friendliness of the local people more than made up for that, on this our fifth visit.
Letter: Marijuana doctor
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I think you are biased. You print the same stuff from Steve Boggs regularly but not from other people.
Letter: Govt needs to reassess ‘no issues’ stance
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, In reference to Government’s “no issues” statement regarding the road closure (‘No issues’: Government on Sheraton road closure, Cook Islands News, October 12). There are a couple of important issues that I can think of that need to be addressed.
New Ombudsman Office provides inclusive and accessible space for all
Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
In a significant step towards inclusivity and equal access to justice, the new Te Mata Akamoeau Ombudsman Office opened yesterday, providing a warm and welcoming space for everyone, including people with disabilities, to seek and receive assistance.
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