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‘Journey – To tatou Kaveinga’ mural captures beauty and vibrancy of the Cook Islands

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

A stunning mural capturing the beauty and vibrancy of the Cook Islands was unveiled at the Rarotonga International Airport on Friday, kicking off the Airport Authority upgrades and preparations for the 50th anniversary which will be celebrated in January next year.

Rarotonga clean up day collects 357 kilos of waste

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Rarotonga’s “Clean Up the Cook Islands Day” led by the National Environment Service (NES) collected a total of 357 kilos of waste.

Letter: Why fix something that isn’t broken?

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Please can somebody tell me, why we are fixing something at a huge expense, that isn’t broken?

Doubt over Cook Islands’ 2025 renewable energy target

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

Facilitating the general public to install grid tied domestic solar systems on their home would help the Cook Islands achieve 100 per cent renewable energy by 2025, says Te Ipukarea Society.

Cook Islanders attend US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National

Cook Islanders Jackie Rongo and Pekalani Fisher are in Washington DC attending the inaugural US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship.

Visitors ready for 15s clash

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The visiting Te Tai Tokerau Natives club from New Zealand will play two matches against the Cook Islands select teams in preparation for this weekend’s Raro 7s tournament.

Four AKTT volleyball players selected for international match

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Four students from the ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) Volleyball programme will be departing for New Zealand on October 11 for more indoor volleyball action.

Kata: Crown Minister

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Nikao put an end to Tupapa's winning streak

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football

In a highly anticipated match, Nikao Sokattak FC managed to bring an end to Tupapa Maraerenga FC's impressive seven-game winning streak.

Nutters Run attracts ‘crackpots’

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports

On Tuesday the Nutters Run was held in perfect conditions with a dry track and low streams.

Ruth Mave: Take every opportunity, who knows where it will lead

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Wood Allen said 80 per cent of success is turning up.

Letter: ‘Sky high’ air ticket prices

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The letter writer Kuki Airani, Starlink Users, thinks that Air New Zealand ticket prices from Auckland to Rarotonga are justified on the grounds that they need to make a profit.

Letter: Their vehicles are not only illegal, but just plain awful

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Mr Editor, A recent reader's comment about a motorcyclist driving constantly through the middle of Avarua town requires some support.

Tourism council welcomes sale airfares

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has welcomed sale airfares to the nation during the shoulder season.

Drink driver nabbed following night out

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Tereapii Greg Mose was convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $335 for excess blood alcohol at the Criminal Court in Avarua.

'Whakaura' to connect Pasifika youth to their voyaging roots

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Art, Features

The National Library of New Zealand is hoping to connect Pasifika youth to their Polynesian voyaging history with the launch of an interactive education program. Tiana Haxton of RNZ reports.

Cook Islands Robotics 2023: FIRST Global Challenge

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Technology

Thousands of students from over 190 countries will gather in Singapore this week from 7 - 10 October for the 2023 FIRST Global Challenge - a globally recognised robotics competition held annually where teams from various nations are invited to construct and programme robots.

Nicholas back at work ‘in a week or so’ following medical event

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Acting Prime Minister Albert Nicholas, who was flown to New Zealand following a medical event early last month, says he will be back at work in “a week or so”.

Pit masters lock tongs for first foray on global steak circuit

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food

The Cook Islands has joined an international steak-cooking circuit as interest in competitive barbecuing experiences a “massive growth curve”.