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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.

Survey aims to capture Cook Islands’ conservation concerns

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Te Tu’anga Taporoporo (National Environment Service) and the University of Newcastle, Australia, will conduct “voluntary” interviews this Friday with households on the island to better understand local perspectives on biodiversity conservation and development.

Assault charge results in suspended sentence

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A man who has been granted permanent name suppression was handed a 24-month suspended sentence after being convicted of assaulting a woman.

Ministry gathers input for new Education Masterplan

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

The Ministry of Education has completed its final rounds of consultation with schools, both in Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, for its new Education Masterplan.

Team Cook Islands ready for fruit-carrying race at Traditional Games in Tahiti

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Regional, Sports, Tahiti

The Cook Islands Tu’aro Mā’ohi Traditional Games representatives in Tahiti are geared up for their first competition today in the timau ra’au (fruit carrier race).

Govt, Opposition deadlocked on Public Accounts Committee chair

Thursday 11 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

The Government and Opposition MPs remain at loggerheads on who should be chair of the Public Accounts Committee after they failed to reach an agreement last week.

Kata: ECNALUBMA

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Beddoes heads to Olympics

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports

Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes will be heading to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games after making the cut through universality quota.

Letter: Stationing ambulances strategically can save lives

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Here’s my comment on “Emergency response time questioned” and Secretary of Health Bob Williams’ reply.

Cook Islands, FAO strengthens ties on food security

Wednesday 10 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Technology

Cook Islands and the Food and Agriculture Organization discussed strengthening collaboration on sustainable agriculture and food security during its sub-regional coordinator’s visit.