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Ruta Mave: The importance of prioritising your peace in relationships and careers
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
There comes a point in life where you realise that some things, some people and some situations are no longer worth your time energy and emotional investment. That is when you are done. Not mad, not bothered, just done. I am done. Protect your peace at all costs, writes Ruta Mave.
Letter: ‘Please more action less words’
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, As a parent I’m in support of Joe TP’s letter of September 26 – “Tereora College on life support”.
Chamber urges Govt to support tourism growth
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Government should focus on removing unnecessary barriers and costs that hinder further growth of the tourism industry, says the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce.
Teen, 17, arrested after drunk driving accident
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
A crash involving a car smashing into a power pole has raised “plenty of concern”.
Govt commits to home care for elderly despite challenges
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Government provides funding to support families in caring for elderly people at home, despite the challenges faced by many families in providing 24-hour care, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Govt entities failing to meet reporting obligations: PAC
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Public Accounts Committee is urging Cabinet Ministers to take action and work with their respective ministries and agencies to submit their report to Parliament.
Commitment to providing quality primary care and oral health services
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, Local, National
Visitors to the newly refurbished Te Puna Ora Tumanava complex – offering primary care and oral health services – will now experience top-class facilities prioritising health and safety.
TTV estimates $837,000 in water tariff revenue
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Rarotonga water agency To Tatou Vai (TTV) estimates it will collect just over $830,000 in the current financial year from water tariffs that come into effect tomorrow.
Cook Islands makes history with FIRST Global gold
Monday 30 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Technology
The extraordinary Cook Islands Robotics all-girls team made history after winning gold medal alongside the People’s Republic of China, Republic of Moldova and Madagascar in the FIRST Global Winning Alliance category of the 2024 FIRST Global Challenge in Athens, Greece, over the weekend.
Kata: Cooks robotics
Sunday 29 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Kata: National Auditorium risk
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Thrilling matchups await in Round 10
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The round 10 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition today will see some exciting matches, with Puaikura facing Matavera-Ngatangiia at Raemaru Park and Tupapa Maraerenga FC hosting Nikao Sokattak at Victoria Park.
Excitement builds as over 3000 prepare for Cook Islands Games
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The excitement for the third Cook Islands Games will reach a fever pitch as the much-anticipated biennial event kicks off with a grand opening ceremony marching parade on Friday, October 4, at 6pm at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Tourism honours industry favourites
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in National, Tourism
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation celebrated the tourism industry and its hardworking staff through the People’s Choice Awards, recognising individuals and businesses that have made significant contributions to the sector.
Reformer pilates comes to Raro
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The first and only reformer pilates studio opens on this coming Tuesday, October 1, in Rarotonga, with multi-talented fitness enthusiast and teacher Brynn Acheson at the helm, writes Serena Hunter.
Ombudsman reflects on 40 years of advocacy
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The 40th anniversary of Te Mata Akamoeau/Office of the Ombudsman on Thursday reflected on the four decades of dedicated service, advocacy and commitment to upholding the rights of Cook Islands citizens.
Church Talk: The pursuit of true happiness
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Happiness is something we desire and long for in our pursuit of life, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Te Ipukarea Society: Muri Environment Expo: Celebrating our past, shaping our future
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The Muri Environment Care (MEC) is excited to be running the very first Muri Environment Expo, happening on October 2, 3 and 4 from 9am at the Muri Meeting House.
Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: The deeper debate on deep-sea mining
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Some say there is not enough evidence or data so stop, and some say well, it is from God so we must proceed, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Children electrocuted, MOCD implements safety measures
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Cultural Development has investigated and prepared a report on the electrocution of two children who were performing on stage during the opening ceremony of last week’s 52nd Underwater Minerals Conference at the National Auditorium.
