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Budget draws mixed reactions: ‘Not enough’, says Opposition

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Features, In Depth, National

The 2023/24 Budget attempted to offer something to the vulnerable while also reining in on expenditure. Cook Islands News senior journalist Matthew Littlewood talks to various stakeholders about their take on the Budget.

Avaavaroa experience gives birth to new passion project

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Features, In Depth, National, Weekend

Award-winning Cook Islands photographer Alex King has embarked on a new journey involving something she is passionate about – protecting the environment. King talks to Cook Islands News online editor Losirene Lacanivalu about “Te Ara o te Akau – The Meaning Behind the Reef” and the role the country’s newest non-government organisation (NGO) can play in fulfilling her passion.

Te Ipukarea Society: Some concerning aspects around deep sea mining

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

Proponents of mining our deep ocean seafloor justify the need for this hugely destructive process, largely by claims that the minerals from the deep are needed for batteries for electric vehicles.

Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: Where there is a demand there is a supply

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Alcohol use and abuse in the cultural fabric of who we are as Cook Islanders is concerning, and its use as a medicine to numb the pain of many of our social ills, inner pain and heartache says more about ourselves then maybe we realise, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Gospel examples and Covid lead Cook Islander to greater public service

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National

While the coronavirus outbreak caused many to isolate and stay away from others, for one member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Cook Islands it was a catalyst to a greater level of service in his community and nation.

PM Brown to attend inaugural Republic of Korea-Pacific Islands Summit

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has accepted an invitation from the Government of the Republic of Korea to attend the inaugural Republic of Korea-Pacific Islands Summit.

Apii Te Uki Ou celebrates 30th anniversary

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

Apii Te Uki Ou started its journey in 1993 with one teacher, Kathy Nooroa and 15 students, using the LDS hall in Avatiu as their classroom.

Tapaitau, Charlie Puna and Puna elect Judge alone trial

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

The nation’s Deputy Prime Minister and two former senior government officials have appeared in court and have elected a Judge alone trial on theft, conspiracy and fraud charges.

Kata: Super Fund

Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

The ‘voice’ of the Bears

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Rugby league, Sports, Weekend

She is a woman, she is a mother, and she is also the Arorangi Bears passionate supporter and president.

The sensational Cosmar Tau’u

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, League, Sports, Weekend

As the sensational Arorangi Bears celebrate their domestic rugby league victory tomorrow, one of their senior players, who featured for the club when they last won the title 20 years ago, shares how he was not shaken or moved against giants Tupapa Panthers in the grand final earlier this month.

Leading from the front : Blood, sweat and tears of joy

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, League, Sports, Weekend

It has not been an easy road for the victorious Arorangi Bears premier men’s and Lady Bears teams who made a clean sweep in the Cook Islands Rugby Leagues 13s competition a fortnight ago. They overcame a jittery start in round one before storming through round two undefeated with the titles. Captains Basil Matapo and Stephanie Nooroa talk to Cook Islands News about their journey from dreamers to winners.

Short named new chef de mission

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Rarotonga lawyer Mark Short has been appointed the new chef de mission for Team Cook Islands to the Pacific Games later this year and other international events.

Post-typhoon restoration process begins in Guam

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Guam, Regional

Guam is in a recovery phase after being pummelled by typhoon Mawar. In a notice yesterday morning, Guam Waterworks Authority asked customers to conserve water while its services get restored.

Church talk: The age of the spirit

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Our world needs witnesses to the love Jesus preached and exhibited from the cross. We are a Spirit-filled church and must transcend all barriers of race, gender, economic class, languages and cultures, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.

Avarua CICC collects $520k

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Donations from CICC Ekalesia members, Cook Islanders and families in Australia and New Zealand have raised $520,900 towards the re-build of the Avarua CICC Ziona Tapu which is on track for its opening on July 7.

Letter: Where’re the checks and balances?

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, This is not favourable treatment, it’s more like criminal hijacking at the highest level? (Favourable treatment: PERC report on Penrhyn cyclone shelters project, Tuesday 23 May 2023)

Air NZ forced to do U-turn

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Economy, National

An inbound international flight from Auckland to Rarotonga was forced to turn around on Thursday due to technical difficulties.

Development partners provide NZ$112m over past four years

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has paid tribute to the countries which gave significant funding towards the recent Budgets.

Super disappointed: CINSF member loses $10k in negative return

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Editor's Pick, National

Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) has been exposed to ‘multiple shocks’ in the market, but a member has expressed his disbelief at the size of the losses.