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Deep Sea symposium probes nodule mining

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

Around a hundred local and overseas speakers, ocean lovers, local authorities and government ministers turned up to yesterday’s Deep Sea symposium which provides Cook Islands with more knowledge of deep sea mining.

Alex Glenn on standby for Aitu in PNG Kumuls Pacific Championship match

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports

There are no changes for the Aitu Cook Islands league team, with former Broncos captain Alex Glenn again listed among the reserves in the match against Papua New Guinea’s Kumuls for the Pacific Championship this weekend in Port Moresby.

Church Talk: Overcoming Discouragement

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Elijah is a very prominent prophet in the Old Testament and was used as an analogy for John the Baptizer’s ministry, the one who would prepare the way for the coming Messiah. Pastor Paul Kauri writes.

Te Are Manu recommends dogs be de-sexed 4 month and older

Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Te Are Manu, Cook Islands veterinary clinic are recommending that dog owners have their dogs de-sexed at around four to five months old or older.

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