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Cook Islands participate in inaugural ASEAN maritime and connectivity conference
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) director of International and Trade Division, Mackenzi Wichman, participated in the inaugural Maritime Cooperation and Connectivity Conference, an implementation project of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Ministry of Health launches new policy to promote breastfeeding
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Breastfeeding is a vital component of infant health and development, providing essential nutrients that are crucial during the first months of life.
Government fends off cyberattacks, passes Bill to strengthen financial transparency
Tuesday 10 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament, Technology
Significant attempts were made from overseas to hack into the government’s central network a few weeks ago, revealed Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Cooks volleyball team compete in Matariki Cup Comp
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Cook Islands National Volleyball mens and womens teams left for Tahiti in the weekend to compete in the Matariki Cup Challenge against Aotearoa Māori Poirewa and Volleyball Tahiti from December 9 to 14.
Vaine, Manatoa 7s finish 5th, 6th at Oceania Rugby
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by webmaster | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Vaine 7s and Manatoa 7s team have been congratulated for their performance at the recent Oceania 7s Championship that was held in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Launch of late Sir Gaven Donne biography
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane, National
On Saturday morning, Nick Donne launched the self-published biography of his father the late Sir Gaven Donne “No man is an Island” at the Bounty Bookshop in downtown Avarua, Rarotonga.
Ruta Mave: White ribbon day is now
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Anger is a sign of guilt. If you ask your partner if they are cheating on you and they explode in anger yelling, accusations and blaming you as having a problem without a definite reply, it’s often because they are guilty, writes Ruth Mave.
Letter:
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor. The Government and TTV says, “it will bill the registered owners of the connection". What connection? Rarotonga has never had registered water connections before! How is the connection identified? Please, tell us.
Police need numbers and bigger budget
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Police Services media and strategic advisor Trevor Pitt says police have not suffered from a leadership vacuum or mismanagement but the issues they face are the inadequate appropriation of their annual budget and staff shortages.
Cook Islands ABC’s Nesian Footy Presenter Arona honoured to be home, shares memories
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
Tinirau Arona, one of ABC’s Nesian Footy presenters returned to Rarotonga last week to launch the reconnection of ABC Radio Australia on 91.5FM.
Government agencies fail to submit reports: PAC chair calls for action
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Parliament
Nearly half of Cook Islands government agencies have failed to submit their mandatory reports to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), and majority of those submitted are deemed substandard, according to PAC Chair Teokotai Herman.
Cook Islands at the International Court of Justice
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands has made history by concluding its participation in the oral hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) regarding the request for an advisory opinion on the obligations of States in relation to climate change.
Man hospitalised after crashing into a power pole
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
A 34-year-old man was admitted to the Rarotonga Hospital after he crashed in Muri on Sunday morning. It is a suspected alcohol-related incident.
Emotional groundbreaking for Fale Niue
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Niue, Regional
The Niue Community and Friends Inc, Society were overwhelmed to finally host their Groundbreaking ceremony for their Fale Niue Kūki ʻĀirani hostel in Tupapa.
Top cop position advertised
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Opposition Leader Tina Browne says it is a relief to see a critical position in the police service finally advertised despite the delay—months after the previous Police Commissioner’s resignation left a leadership vacuum that has undermined the effectiveness of the Police Services and compromised public safety.
Utilities Bill to ensure efficient services: PM
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown says that the Utilities Regulations (Electricity, Water and Sewerage Services) Bill 2024 will ensure that electricity and water services are provided efficiently, safely, and reliably, while also being offered at fair prices for the long-term benefit of customers.
Positive feedback from cruise ship tourists
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism
The third cruise ship of the season docked in Rarotonga on Friday, bringing hundreds of tourists eager to explore and spend in the Cook Islands.
Thomas Wynne: Righteousness exalts a nation
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This is part three on the writing and founding of our Cook Islands Constitution. By Thomas Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: ‘Worm farming’, a fun composting process
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
Did you know, the presence of worms in your garden is a sign of having healthy soil? Worms help aerate the soil through their movements, allowing the roots of plants to receive more oxygen and nutrients.
Cooks delegation returns from roundtable talks
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Australia recently hosted a Cook Islands delegation, under a tailored programme themed around connectivity, with delegates traveling to Sydney, Uluru, Canberra, Brisbane, and Lady Elliot Island to share perspectives and strengthen ties.
