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Michael Tavioni: Nodules and pollution: Time to clean up our act
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
The Underwater Minerals Conference (UMC) has come to its conclusion. It was a great opportunity for the people to attend and ask questions and perhaps be better informed, especially those who wish to impose a moratorium on the research part, writes Michael Tavioni.
Chamber of Commerce questions TTV water quality and reliability
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
The Rarotonga water authority is ‘confident’ in its ability to defend its water quality standards and delivery under the Consumer Guarantees Act, despite concerns raised by the Chamber of Commerce regarding pressure, reliability and potability.
Cook Islands Robotics team arrives in Athens
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
After 28 hours of travel, including transit and flights from Auckland, New Zealand, the Cook Islands Robotics Team has arrived in Athens, Greece.
Man found guilty of rape, burglary
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man over the age of 30 has been convicted of raping a girl aged between 12 and 16 in Rarotonga.
Puaikura Fire Brigade responds to eight urgent calls in six weeks
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Since the beginning of this year, the Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade has attended to 17 urgent calls. Eight of these urgent call outs have occurred within six weeks – from 1st August to date.
Parliament’s 12 sitting days sufficient for business: Clerk
Tuesday 24 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Cook Islands Parliament’s sitting days for 2024 have been sufficient to address all business, and the upcoming December session’s duration will depend on the specific agenda items, says the Clerk of Parliament.
Kata: Prison work scheme
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Letter: PM’s priorities amid rising crime
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
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Letter: Rarotonga’s Good Samaritans
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, As a first time visitor to Rarotonga, primarily for the Round Raro 31km event, my wife and I have been having a superb time, appreciating your island’s natural beauty and meeting many engaging locals.
Ruta Mave: ‘This is a joke not justice’
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
Back in the day when discipline meant something and if you were disobedient, cruel or lying you were punished with the use of physical force like the wooden spoon, hair brush, or Dad’s belt or hand so that you would remember it and choose not to do it again – or else, writes Ruta Mave.
Court briefs
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
September 23, 2024
Hard-fought victory sends Cook Islands to Netball World Youth Cup
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The Cook Islands under-21 netball team has qualified for the 2025 Netball World Youth Cup in Gibraltar, following a hard-fought, intense battle on Saturday.
Tokouso defends Tri-Nation title
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tokouso successfully defended the Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri-Nation Series after beating Cook Islands Residents 22-10 in the final match on Saturday at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Rand claims second Round Rarotonga title
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Sports
A beautiful breezy sunny morning accompanied by the symphony of drums welcomed runners to the finish line at the 47th Round Rarotonga Road Race (RRRR) on Saturday morning.
Parliament Clerk sparks outrage over deep sea mining statement
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Parliament
The Clerk of Parliament has come under fire for his comments on a radio talkback show that the Government will inevitably win the seabed mining battle due to its legal authority, despite protests and concerns from the public.
Chamber celebrates growth and strategic vision at 2024 AGM
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, National
Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting (AGM) last week, marking a milestone in its journey towards fostering a vibrant business environment in the country.
3000 companies at risk due to Act oversight: Browne
Monday 23 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
The Opposition leader’s Companies Amendment Bill aims to address a loophole in the 2017 Companies Act that has prevented thousands of companies from re-registering, causing potential significant economic hardship.
Kata: Inmates hired by families
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Celebrating 50 years of hospitality
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National, Weekend
A leading Cook Islands resort, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is honouring its dedicated staff, particularly those who have served for over 20 years, and reflecting on its growth and impact on the community.
Mangaia’s ‘ringed web of caves’ offers rich geological and historical treasures
Saturday 21 September 2024 | Written by Rod Dixon | Published in Features, In Depth, Memory Lane, Weekend
A team of American cave explorers estimate there may be hundreds of caves yet to be explored on Mangaia in what one team member describes as ‘a ringed web of caves’ rich in geological and historical interest, including evidence of pre-historic exploration, writes Rod Dixon.
