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Pero’s national airline dreams dashed again
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, National
Businessman Mike Pero’s national airline proposal to the Cook Islands Government has been declined, but the Prime Minister says a future national airline is inevitable.
Raro kids get football lesson
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Football, Sports
Oceania footballer of the century, Wynton Rufer wrapped up a week in Rarotonga on Wednesday coaching children how to kick a ball.
Neighbours set for derby clash
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Rarotonga football season will see two interesting battles between Tupapa versus Matavera and Titikaveka versus Avatiu.
Palmerston community and partners rally to rid the island of rats
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands
Invasive species such as rats pose a threat to island biodiversity. They can impact nesting seabirds and turtles as well as native plants by feeding on native seeds.
Accused released from custody on strict conditions
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man facing intent to injure charges has been released from custody on strict conditions.
PM calls for more climate funding
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Environment, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown says funding for smaller nations affected by climate change must be accelerated.
Court briefs 17.11.2022
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Drink driver apologises A drink-driver didn’t have to travel far to land in hot water after crashing into the Ministry of Justice building in Avarua. Ngatokorua William entered guilty pleas to drink driving and careless driving following an incident on October 5. His truck mounted the footpath by Ministry of Justice building and “plowed” into […]
Staff reasons for Solicitor General’s resignation: PM
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, Local, National
Cook Islands Solicitor General resigned because of “a matter of confidence within his own office with his staff”, understands the Prime Minister.
Fixing our eyes on Jesus
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
In the first edition of this topic, Finishing Well, we looked at Paul’s testimony near the end of his life; he had fought the good fight, he had finished his race and was looking forward to the crown that would be awarded to him, by Jesus. And we also looked at two kings who started well in their zeal and service to God, but they ended in witchcraft and worshipping other gods. Sadly, they did not finish well. By Paul Kauri, lead pastor at The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.
Samoa follow footsteps of generations past
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
The roots of Samoa’s rise to become a threat to Australia’s Rugby League World Cup dominance were laid 34 years ago in the front room of a modest house in Auckland.
Antibiotics: Not all fun and games
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) pharmacy staff were busy during the Cook Islands Games – not so much with playing sport, but asking people about antibiotics.
LETTER TO EDITOR: Medicinal cannabis plan
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Given that the vast majority of Cook Islanders, 62 per cent voted in favour of medicinal cannabis being introduced into the Cook Islands, the Prime Minister Mark Brown has the authority and the command to legally change the Narcotics and Misuse of Drugs Act 2004 in so many different ways, in order to introduce a medicinal cannabis plan that suits us and does not defeat the purpose of making this medicine available at cost effective prices.
PM’s party to seek costs after petitions dismissed
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
A High Court judge has dismissed the Cook Islands United Party’s petitions that the Cook Islands Party’s policy of a tax-free threshold of $60,000 in the Pa Enua in lead up to 2022 general election amounted to bribery.
‘Better than expected’: Govt economist paints optimistic picture
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands economic forecast for the coming months is not as dire as some expected, according to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management.
From the river to the ocean
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Living nowhere near the ocean, the River Runners paddling team from Ottawa, Canada who are here for the first time, are looking forward to their very first ocean race in the Oe Vaka Nationals tomorrow.
Local non-government organisations receive hygiene packs
Friday 18 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Hygiene packs sponsored by the New Zealand High Commission Office were well received by non-government-organisations (NGOs) earlier this week.
Call to conserve water as intake levels drop again
Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in
A good steady downpour in the central high country for several days to a week is needed to recharge the water intakes and stream.
Dome to wear village colours
Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
The netball dome at the Tupapa Maraerenga courts donated by China only needs a lick of black and white paint, says Minister George ‘Maggie’ Angene.
Paddlers prepare for Oe Vaka Nationals
Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Cook Islands Canoeing Association (CICA) National Oe Vaka races will hit the water this coming Saturday, starting at 1pm.
Samoa league fans to hit Raro streets as team prepares for World Cup final
Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in League, Local, National, Sports
In celebration of Toa Samoa making the Rugby League World Cup final for the first time, the Samoan community on Rarotonga will parade through town on Friday.
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