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Letter: Game of knives and nooses

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, We finally hear and read that the High Court has found DPM Robert Tapaitau and his companions (Nga Puna and Diane Charlie-Puna) guilty of the crimes of fraud. I assure you that the Penrhyn MP is devastated as would be his family and supporters.

Heatwave to last until April, says weather office

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National, Weather

Cook Islands is expected to experience temperatures close to 30 degrees Celsius until April, according to the Meteorological Service.

Minister Nicholas initiates work experience programme for college students

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National

College students have been given the opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to various government agencies through a work experience programme.

Alleged brawlers told to clean their act up in court

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Multiple men have appeared in court charged with fighting in a public place following an incident at Super Brown in Nikao on Sunday January 28.

Tapaitau remains in office, awaiting removal process

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, National, Parliament, Politics

Cook Islands Deputy Prime Minister remains in office despite conviction while awaiting formal removal process and potential appeal.

PM calls for defence and security arrangement with Australia and NZ

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Australia, Economy, Local, National, New Zealand, Regional

Prime Minister Mark Brown has proposed a trilateral defence and security co-operation arrangement between the Cook Islands, New Zealand, and Australia.

Kata: Immigration

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tupapa Maraerenga adds firepower

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa Maraerenga FC has added firepower with top players from local clubs and three from New Zealand for the OFC Men’s Champions League Qualifying Tournament this month.

Tourism rebound strong, despite challenges

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation had highlighted some of its key challenges and mitigation strategies in its annual report for the year ending June 30, 2023, submitted to Parliament last December.

Letter: Are the taxpayers getting value for money?

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, The Prime Minister and his government are proposing to increase the number of Ministers from six to eight.

Cook Islands to celebrate first anniversary of decriminalisation with Anuanua festival

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

A week-long celebration of ‘love, acceptance and unity’ will mark the first anniversary of the Cook Islands decriminalising same-sex relations.

Construction of new multi-million dollar five star resort is underway

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Construction of a $20 million resort is underway in what is understood to be Rarotonga’s first five- star operation. Al Williams reports.

Chamber of Commerce and Tourism welcome immigration policy changes

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National

The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce welcomes the recent immigration policy changes, though some of their proposed revisions were not adopted.

Frontline workers tackle stress and anxiety

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Health, Local, National

“Anxiety presents in physical sensations, thoughts and behaviour. It’s something most people will experience at some point in life. Shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, and sweating can be signs of anxiety. Thoughts may turn to dread, terror, doom and apprehension. It can disrupt routine and relationships when behaviour changes, causing irritability and difficulty sleeping.”

Trio found guilty in high profile corruption case

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former National Environment Service (NES) director Nga Puna, and his wife and former Secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI), Diane Charlie-Puna have been found guilty of “all or most offences” following a judgement given by Chief Justice Patrick Keane.

Trio guilty in high-profile corruption case

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Court, Crime, National

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former National Environment Service (NES) director Nga Puna, and his wife and former Secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI), Diane Charlie-Puna have been found guilty of “all or most offences” following a judgement given by Chief Justice Patrick Keane.

Touchdown! Defending champs crush rivals in season kickoff

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby

Cook Islands Touch Association’s 2024 season kicked off with the women’s Nukz Power team defeating FBI in the opening match on Monday.

Feedback sought on Cook Islands’ sports facilities

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Members of the community are being encouraged to provide feedback on national sports facilities through a public survey.

Move over Ariel, there’s a new mermaid in town

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Candice Luke | Published in Art, Features

Children in the Pacific can now see themselves represented as a fairytale mermaid character in Merio the Polynesian Mermaid.

Cook Islands and Japan co-chair Senior Officials Meeting

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands, in its capacity as chair of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF), and Japan co-chaired the first Senior Officials Meeting for the upcoming 10th Japan-Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM).