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Prime Minister Brown to co-chair PALM10 in Japan
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
Pacific Islands Forum Leaders will meet with the Government of Japan in Tokyo for the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting – PALM10 – from July 16 to 18.
Te Ipukarea Society: Govt ‘prioritises profit’ over environment in seabed mining push
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
The governments of the Cook Islands and Hawai’i recently reached a historic sister-city agreement between Honolulu and Avarua, Rarotonga. However, it would appear that the sisters do not see eye to eye when it comes to deep seabed mining.
Thomas Wynne: Rethinking the national flag for the future
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
As our 60th anniversary approaches next year as a self-governing country, flags serve as powerful emblems of nationalism and identity. They represent a nation’s values, history and aspirations, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Rarotonga growers fear financial strain from incoming water charges
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National
Rarotonga growers have expressed deep concerns over the upcoming water tariffs, fearing significant financial strain and potential business closures.
TMO declares war on NCDs
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, National
Government is committed to reducing the number of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country, with a focus on educating children and implementing healthy lifestyle initiatives within the Ministry of Health.
KATA: PAC Chair
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Dual heritage, one dream: Teremoana carries Cook Islands pride in Aussie boxing team
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
Two Cook Islanders are part of the Australian boxing team competing at the 2024 Summer Olympics scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024, in Paris, France.
Church Talk: Service – an act of love
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We must be careful to serve for the right reasons. We should not serve others purely for recognition. Serving others should not be like a social media post, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Charity group brings dental care and training to annual health conference
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in
The Smiles for the Pacific team partaking in the 23rd Cook Islands Annual Health Conference has a mission to provide immediate dental care but also equipping local dental professionals with the skills and knowledge they need to sustain long-term improvements in oral health.
Tupapa clinic asbestos removal project ahead of schedule, says CIIC
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The old asbestos roofing at the Tupapa Primary Care and Outpatient Clinic has been fully removed, and its new roof has been installed.
Tangi Ka’ara sponsor awards certificates to talented Apii Avarua drummers
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
In recognition of their enthusiasm and skills, primary school drummers who participated in the CITC Pump the Beats’ Emo’anga Tangi Ka’ara 2024 competition have received tokens of appreciation certificates from CITC – sponsors of the annual competitive event.
Repeated breaches land young woman back in jail
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A young woman sentenced to serve time at Arorangi Prison has been advised by a Justice of the Peace to seriously think about making better choices in the future.
Family reunites to celebrate WWII Coastwatcher
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
A former Coastwatcher who served in World War II, the late Tai-O-Tonga Henry, who passed away in the 1980s, remains an embodiment of unity for his family in Rarotonga.
Court briefs
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A number of driving related matters were presented to the Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning at the Criminal Court in Avarua yesterday.
Record-breaking tourism boom but businesses face challenges
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands tourism industry is booming with record visitor arrivals expected this year, but some businesses are facing strain due to staffing shortages, rising costs and supply chain issues.
Kata: Health conference
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Premier men’s teams sharpen tactics for 2024 Rarotonga Football Season
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season which is set to kick off in three weeks is gearing up to be an exciting and competitive event.
Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards return to celebrate tourism champions
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Tourism
After a major success in its inaugural year, the Cook Islands People’s Choice Awards have returned, to highlight once again those in the local tourism industry and broader community who best emulate the Kia Orana Values.
Letter: TTV’s response ‘holds no water’
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The register of stakeholders who participated in April 2024 water tariff meetings includes Te Aponga Uira and Vodafone (Cook Islands organics group challenges incoming water tariffs, calls for meeting, July 10).
Cook Islands target oral health, NCDs and workforce at annual conference
Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The annual Cook Islands health conference kicked off yesterday with the World Health Organization’s new regional director attending and a focus on oral health, non-communicable diseases and strengthening the health workforce.
