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Dynamic duo Neururer, Moorfield set new course record at Raro Challenge
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge saw a thrilling victory for experienced triathletes Roland Neururer and Jason Moorfield, who set a new course record.
Tupapa, Puaikura battle to 2-2 draw in Premier Men’s clash
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round 8 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup was packed with excitement as teams across all divisions left everything on the field, delivering thrilling moments and some unexpected results.
‘Golden ei’ buzzer puts four through to Cook Islands Has Talent Final
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Four talented performing acts from the semi-finals of the Cook Islands Has Talent show have secured their spots in the grand finale, which will take place next Saturday, September 28.
Letter: ‘Trust in God, not money’
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I see in various forms of media, including Letters to the Editor and the Ocean Ancestors Facebook page, discussions and arguments that refer to the Bible.
Herman highlights Cook Islands’ seabed minerals progress
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
The marine minerals community from over 25 countries has gathered in Rarotonga, sharing ideas and knowledge on the future of seabed minerals as the 52nd Underwater Minerals Conference 2024 officially opened yesterday at the National Auditorium.
PM declares seabed minerals ambition
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands wants to be the country that is at the forefront of the seabed minerals sector, declared Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Drunk driving leads to crashes and domestic violence
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
The Cook Islands Police Service has expressed great concerns over the ongoing behaviour of drink driving leading to road incidents following last weekend’s list of incidents.
Parliament adjourns to1pm today
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Parliament was adjourned yesterday after sitting for 30 minutes to allow Members of Parliament to attend the opening ceremony of the Netball World Youth Qualifiers Oceania at the National Sports Arena.
Accused representing himself denies rape and burglary charges
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man accused of rape and indecent assault of a girl aged 12 to 16 is representing himself in a jury trial at the High Court in Rarotonga this week.
Huge turnout expected for At Sea, Sail Out Rally against deep sea mining
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
The organisers of the At Sea, Sail Out Rally are anticipating a “huge turnout of people” at the event tomorrow.
‘We’re fighting to protect our people’ - Water petition tabled in Parliament
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National, Parliament
Ngatangiia MP Tukaka Ama tabled the ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition opposing the incoming water tariffs in Parliament yesterday, and reiterated that it was their job to hear the voices of their people.
Cook Islands U21 thrills home crowd with victory
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Islands U21 side won its first match against Papua New Guinea 64-45 at the Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania at the National Sports Arena in Nikao last night.
Kata: Seabed minerals conference
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Letter: Nodules: ‘Our underwater Amazon’
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
I thank Ms Alex (Herman) for her reply to my previous letter regarding DSM (Deep Sea Mining) or SBM (Sea Bed Mining) which is what some are hoping to do in our EEZ.
Letter: Water reform: One bite at a time
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Changing the To Tatou Vai Act 2021 must be a priority for our MPs.
Tokouso edge out Tabusoro
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tokouso made a brilliant start to their title defence campaign, defeating Tabusoro Fiji 26-17 in the second match of the Vodafone Tri Nations 15s series on Saturday.
Ruta Mave: ‘You can only help those who want to help themselves’
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
If you love something, set it free. If it comes back, it is yours. If it doesn’t come back, it never was. The narcissist version is if it comes back, it is yours, if it doesn’t then go out and hunt it down because if you can’t have it then no one else can either, writes Ruta Mave.
Local butchers sharpen their skills
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National
Aspiring butchers at CITC are sharpening up their tools, “excited” to be the company’s first students in the Skills4Work New Zealand Trade Butchery Apprenticeship.
New Zealand provides over $2 million in salary support to Cook Islands
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National, Politics
New Zealand has provided over $2 million in salary support to the Cook Islands since 2020, funding various positions in government agencies and supporting initiatives in health, education, tourism, climate change and public sector strengthening.
Court briefs
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man, who was disqualified from driving after being sentenced earlier this year, appeared in Court last week, facing four new driving related charges.
