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Budding netballer steps up to the international arena

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Netball, Pacific Games, Sports, Weekend

Mere-Jean Piri is set to make her Cook Islands debut as the youngest player on the national team looks forward to the Nations Cup challenge in Singapore.

Cricket enters round six for men

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports

The round six of the T20 Domestic Season will see some exciting matches in the men’s division.

Next generation of football officials

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) recently conducted an intensive five-day FIFA Youth Member Association Referees Course from October 2-6, 2023. This specialised training programme aimed to develop the skills and knowledge of young referees and prepare them for the challenges ahead in their football officiating careers.

Action-packed football weekend

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The weekend is here, and football enthusiasts can expect an action-packed day as clubs from around Rarotonga come together to showcase their skills on the field today.

New Zealand’s banana ‘shortage based on seasonal demand’

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional

New Zealanders are bananas for bananas, but the country relies on imports from Mexico, Ecuador and the Philippines for its supply. Some fruit growers hope to change that by sowing the seeds for a homegrown industry.

PNG-China common currency talks

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional

One of the matters on the table for Papua New Guinea's prime minister James Marape during his visit to Beijing is establishing for both countries to trade in their own currencies.

Guns and roads in southwest Rarotonga

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Editorials, Environment, Features, Local, National, Opinion, Weekend

The old deserted and controversial Sheraton Hotel in Vaimaanga is getting a new lease of life after Rarotonga businessman Chris Vaile took on the challenge to redevelop the site into a high-end apartment property complete with other amenities.

Reflecting on the Sheraton development

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Features, Local, National, Weekend

A published author and former Government minister has weighed in on the ongoing Sheraton debate, labelling its background “a nightmare”.

‘We felt at home’: The PNG village inspiring Cook Islands league teams

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, League, Sports, Weekend

The light rain that began to fall as Cook Islands players and staff got off their team buses told them they were in the village of their ancestors, but Toru Arakua and Crystal Tamarua didn’t realise how closely connected their families were to Hanuabada, a coastal village in Papua New Guinea. NRL.com senior reporter Brad Walter reports.

Early detection is key: Breast cancer survivors celebrated

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers found in women. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known worldwide as Pink October, and the Cook Islands joined the world in raising awareness of the disease with a special event on Thursday.

Te Ipukarea Society : Reaching new heights in the Takitumu Conservation Area

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

Today’s article was written by Donna Gast, who is visiting from the Netherlands and doing some volunteer work with Te Ipukarea Society before starting university.

Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: A division fueled by soundbites, and not reason

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

I joined the (New Zealand) Labour Party when I was 18 and have been involved with the politics and policies of Labour ever since, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Prayer for peace in the Middle East

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

A special prayer was held at Terevete Park in Avarua on Wednesday where 200-300 people gathered to pray for peace in the Middle East as the Israel-Hamas war rages on.

Cooks Police to offer youth development programme in Rarotonga

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Following the success of youth programmes in the Pa Enua, the Cook Islands Police is looking to offer a similar course in Rarotonga.

Top job at Internal Affairs up for grabs

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Ministry for Internal Affairs secretary Anne Herman’s job is up for grabs, while she has not yet indicated if she is keen to stay on.

Lured in by love: Groom-to-be reels in big on wedding eve

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Ryan Young and his group of 12 friends and family from New Zealand were thrilled to have a successful fishing trip on board Akura Fishing Charters yesterday morning.

Theft or fraud offences?: Judge to rule on charges in high-profile corruption trial

Saturday 21 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Culture, National

A question of theft and fraud still remains among delays hampering the outcome of a high-profile corruption trial involving a suspended Deputy Prime Minister and two former senior public servants.

Kata: Voice

Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Double delight for Kiria-Ratu’s in Cook Islands celebrations

Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

There will be plenty of celebration in Cook Islands Moana camp this week for Kiria-Ratu sisters Chantay and Annemarie, regardless of how they go in Saturday's Test match against PNG (Cook Islands time).

Church Talk: Standing with Israel

Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Growing up in a Pacific Island Church in Papakura, I have semi-fond memories as a 10-year-old memorising Psalm 46 – the whole chapter for our annual “Irava Tatou”. I say semi-fond, for while I am immensely grateful now, as a passionate follower of Jesus, Psalm 46 is ingrained in my heart. However, that wasn’t the attitude I had when I was 10, no siree! Paul Kauri, lead pastor at The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church writes.