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Investment forum oversees assets of $100b
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The two-day Pacific Islands Investment Forum (PIIF) opened on Tuesday serving as a platform for stakeholders across the Pacific Islands to gather, share insights, and work together on investment opportunities that can drive sustainable growth in the region. Together, the PIIF industry group of 20 Superannuation, Provident, Trust, and Sovereign Funds in 12 countries across […]
Tupapa-Maraerenga premier men wins Raro Cup
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa-Maraerenga Premier Mens are the Champions of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup as they lead the Premier division with 32 points.
Raro 7s defending champs remain calm
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Day one of the Rarotonga 7s 2024 tournament kicked off with an exciting start as defending champions Tupapa Panthers edged out the Arorangi Bears 12-5.
Kata: Asylum
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Raro 7s special- Wish I could have been there!: Eric Rush
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
I would like to offer my congratulations on reaching the 35 year mark.
Veilomani U16 – the future of 7s rugby
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Twenty-six boys have joined the Veilomani U16 rugby club to compete in the 2024 Raro 7s Tournament that kicks off today.
Raro 7s- MESSAGE: CIRU President : Simiona Teiotu
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Kia Orana and welcome to all our Rugby 7s families and players.
Raro 7s special- Remembering some of the rugby 7s greats.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Danny Boy – Tangiau Tepai Sunrise: 1963 Sunset: 2024 Nicknamed ‘Danny Boy’ the popular and multi-skilled, goal kicking fullback/utility back was from the village of Arorangi. He was a key member of the Sheraton 7s Team – inaugural winners of the Rarotonga International 7s in 1989. In 1989 he played for the Cook Islands team […]
Raro 7s special- Regina Sheck: A legend of NZ Black Ferns Rugby
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Regina Sheck is currently in Rarotonga as the coach for the North Shore Women’s 7s team.
Raro 7s special- Cooks very own Rugby 7s legend- the General
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Former Cook Islands rugby star and legend, the General, George George says in the past 35 years players have come out of the Raro 7s tournament pursuing rugby careers internationally.
Raro 7s special-Showcasing the magic of 7s rugby: CIGT
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands General Transport - CIGT, is one of the founding teams of the Rugby Sevens concept, since its launch in Rarotonga in 1989.
CI aims to improve early childhood education
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Cook Islands’ is seeking to improve the quality of its Early Childhood Education (ECE) by establishing standards and support system essentials for ECE educators and their training needs.
Smoke Signals: MARKET SHARE
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals
“Location, location, location is a mantra commonly used overseas for determining the value of real estate,” writes a smoke signaller.
Church talk: Finishing Well in Your Christian Walk
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
In a world that often prioritizes fame, success, and pleasure, the journey of faith can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. Seventh-day Adventist Church Eric Toleafoa writes.
Opposition hopes for stability
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Opposition Leader Tina Browne has congratulated newly elected United States President Donald Trump encouraging the incoming US administration to strengthen Joe Biden’s Blue Pacific Strategy.
Letter: Stop noisy speedsters on main road
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The decision to slow Avarua traffic to 30kph will be seen as welcome by most, maybe not so much by VIP's (Very Impatient People).
Letter: Embarrassing
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
I find it highly presumptuous that the Prime Minister Mr Mark Brown congratulated the convicted felon Trump "on behalf of Government and people of the Cook Islands'
Men - invest in healthy living
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
November is an important time in the calender for raising awareness about men’s health issues.
Man charged for contempt of court
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, National
Tereapii Greg Mose, who is behind bars and is represented by lawyer Michelle Tangimama, had his case adjourned to November 29.
Woman admits assault
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, National
A woman who assaulted a staff member at Trader Jacks, has pleaded guilty to common assault despite the fact she had apologised with remorse, to the victim after the incident.