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Letter: Climate change talkfest

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

So Mr Wayne King and his merry band of climate change warriors will wing their way all the way to Azerbaijan to attend another talkfest on climate change.

Letter: Cops don’t get it

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I see in your paper where the police gave their latest roundup on reckless driving around the island and thankfully there were no skunk drunks to report about.

NES addresses risks of wildlife endangerment

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National

The National Environment Service (NES) has addressed the broader implications for local turtle populations and ongoing conservation efforts, following concerns over an incident where a young boy and a woman were reportedly caught attempting to steal turtles last week.

Seven executive officer roles up for renewal

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands

Interest in the Executive Officer (EO) roles in the Pa Enua has grown slightly compared to four years ago, with nearly 30 applications submitted this year.

Turama, All Souls Day- Remembering our loved ones

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National

Today November 1 at sundown marks All Souls Day, locally known as Turama, a significant occasion in the Cook Islands when families commemorate their departed loved ones.

TAU threatens whistleblower

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Power authority issues legal warning to employee who quit job over his workplace safety concerns. Talaia Mika continues her reporting on the scandal.

Showdown ahead in Avatiu vs Puaikura match

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Avatiu Football Club and Puaikura Football Club’s premier men and women are set to face off for the third time this season at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.

Te Tuhi Kelly: Deflect, defend and denigrate

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Te Tuhi Kelly, Leader of the Progressive Party states that Te Aponga Uira has employed the three D’s of public relations, defend, deflect and denigrate to deal with fallout from the incident several months ago when four men were seriously injured by the energising of a high voltage cable they were repairing.

Robot doesn’t destroy seabed  habitat

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National

A foreign company has proposed to bring in a robot to harvest the seabed, write Tailia Mika.

Environment watchdog calls for regulation on turtle harvesting

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National

Environment watchdog and lobby group Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) is calling on government to develop regulations to prevent turtle harvesting. Talaia Mika reports.

Ocean science conference talks and awareness

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Weather

The Met Office states that the workshop aims to increase the awareness on ocean science, map stakeholder information needs and facilitate discussion aimed at improving ocean and marine services as well as enhancing early warning capability in the Cook Islands. Participants will also have an opportunity to discuss needs and gaps around ocean outlooks, forecasts […]

Workers not safe : Opposition

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Opposition Leader Tina Browne has raised concerns on the lack of adequate protections for Cook Islands workers and the long-overdue need to update the country’s Workers’ Compensation Ordinance, which has remained largely unchanged since 1964. TALAIA MIKA reports.

Prime opens Sundays to meet demand

Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National

Reporter Melina Etches says Prime Foods management were excited when they shared this news yesterday.

Kata: TTV meeting

Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Tahiti sailors win 2024 Regatta in Raro

Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Regional, Sailing, Sports, Tahiti

Sailors from Tahiti edged over Rarotonga, proving to be very competitive taking out first place in both the Lasers and the Optimist classes, winning the 2024 sailing challenge overall trophy.

Board intervenes to settle TAU controversy

Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National

Reporter Talaia Mika yesterday met with Te Aponga Uira directors to get an explanation of the power authority’s handling of the electrocution of four staff members and the controversy it has caused.

700 customers at risk of power disconnection

Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

More than 700 customers of Te Aponga Uira are at risk of being disconnected from electricity supply if they do not pay their overdue bills to the power provider.

Round 12 of the football season kicks off today

Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The football excitement continues at the Cook Island Football Association (CIFA) Complex today with grassroots teams set to kick off Round 12, showcasing their talent and passion.