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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.

Paddling

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.

Local

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.

Court

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.

Economy

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 […]

Court

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.

Court

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.

Church Talk

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.

League

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.

Health

Tairi reels in 58.2kg yellowfin tuna to win annual fishing comp

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Sports

An impressive haul of yellowfin tuna dominated the species of fish weighed in at the CITC Liquor and Woodstock Fishing Competition held over the weekend.

Fishing

Black Caps host India in T20 and ODI series

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports

It’s been less than a week since the T20 World Cup final in Melbourne but the cricketing juggernaut rolls on and New Zealand take on India in a three match T20I series followed by a three match ODI series. Cricket analyst Rahul Patil reports from Wellington.

Cricket

Let’s celebrate our talent

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Let’s all just celebrate that we can showcase talented Cook Islanders no matter where they reside (NZ CIRU to represent Cook Islands at Oceania 7s, November 12). Appreciate the families (and businesses) who’ve stepped up to fund their child’s airfare to NZ at such short notice.

Letters to the Editor

Risky Tupapa field getting reseeded

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

Tupapa’s Victoria Park is getting reseeded in an attempt to fill holes that are causing knee and ankle injuries.

Local

Top four battle intensifies in final football rounds

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Tennis

Gearing up for their last two fixtures of the round, all clubs will be looking to pave their way to a spot in the Rarotonga Football Knock Out finals.

Sports

Strategic plan focuses on rehabilitating offenders

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in

Cook Islands Corrective Services plans to up its game with the launch of its first strategic plan as the department looks to place greater emphasis on rehabilitation.

Super tiebreakers determine winners at Junior Tennis Stars Competition

Thursday 17 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Tennis

The ANZ Junior Tennis Stars Competition was held on Saturday with six 10 and under junior girls competing, and seven players who signed up for the 12U category.