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A stronger Pacific bio security system means better outcomes

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Environment, National

The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) - the standard-setting body for plants and plant products based in Rome, develops draft standards every year which are sent to all the members of the Pacific Plant Protection Organisation (PPPO) to review and to ensure they are relevant to the Pacific.

Pit masters brave wind and rain for good cause

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Weekend

Sixty kilograms of beef brisket, 60kg of pork, 800 chicken wings, and three whole muttons sizzled as Cook Islands pit masters faced off in a fundraiser for the country’s junior sailors.

Bougainville on routine visit to Raro

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

In between the incoming and outgoing of vessels at bustling Avatiu Harbour the French naval vessel Bougainville called into port over the weekend on its “routine visit”, continuing its strengthening of links with the Cook Islands.

INTAFF secretary at Forum Women Leaders Meeting

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Education, Fiji, Local, National, Regional

Ministry for Internal Affairs secretary Anne Herman says there are still challenges in the Pacific region for women.

Cook Islands grander marlin record smashed

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

In a remarkable feat of skill and determination, fisherman Pauro Arnold has his name stamped in the records of the nation’s fishing history.

Draft immigration policy change proposal to be submitted following sector concerns

Wednesday 30 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

A draft Immigration policy change proposal has been endorsed by Prime Minister Mark Brown and is expected to be submitted to Cabinet, according to Te Kauono Tutara e Te Mana Tiaki – the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).

Kata: Starlink

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: PM on release of Fukushima water

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

One question that should be posed to our Prime Minister who has foolishly backed nuclear treated water dumping into Moana Nui A Kiva and the Japanese government.

Letter: Keep our beaches clean

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

I'm writing to give some (hopefully) constructive criticism of the rubbish on the beaches on your beautiful island.

Miss New Zealand to return to Raro

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features

Newly crowned Miss New Zealand Georgia Waddington is looking forward to returning to Rarotonga.

New E-Commerce work plan to drive economic growth and innovation

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands has taken a significant step towards fostering a dynamic e-commerce ecosystem with the launch of the Cook Islands E-Commerce Acceleration Work Plan.

Man nearly five times over the limit following crash outside the cop shop

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man blew nearly five times the legal drink driving limit following an incident outside police headquarters on Rarotonga earlier this month.

Starlink takes off in the Cooks

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) ICT Office is monitoring new internet provider Starlink, which is being rollout in the Pacific region and worldwide.

Ten teams in mix netball competition

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports

Ten teams are competing in the Social Mixed Netball Competition that started at the National Sports Arena a week ago and continues today.

Tamarind House - compliments to the chef and team

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

It’s worth every dollar! Situated just on the main road at Tupapa, in Rarotonga, I must say, Tamarind House Restaurant owned by Sue Carruthers never ceases to amaze me.

Beddoes making Cook Islands proud

Tuesday 29 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports

Middle distance champion Alex Beddoes hopes that his performance at the Scottish Championship and 2023 World Champions in Budapest has made Cook Islanders proud.

Kata: Shopping

Monday 28 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

'People suffering' from Vanuatu political crisis

Monday 28 August 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Regional, Vanuatu

People in Vanuatu believe politicians need to look beyond their own four walls and work to improve the livelihoods of ordinary citizens.

Sea turtle found to have nuclear contamination

Monday 28 August 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Marshall Islands, Regional

Scientists studying tortoise and turtle shells near the Marshall Islands have found they contain nuclear contamination. An article in the journal PNAS Nexus considered 'Anthropogenic uranium signatures in turtles, tortoises, and sea turtles from nuclear sites', RNZ Pacific reports.

Heavy rain puts dampener on game following exciting week of matches

Monday 28 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In an unexpected turn of events, heavy rainfall marred the exciting encounter between Titikaveka FC and Avatiu FC on Saturday.