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8th Primary School Badminton Comp
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Eight schools will be part of the 8th Annual Primary School Badminton Tournament which will begin tomorrow from 9am-2.30pm.
Cooks U21 Netball set to face world champs NZ
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Islands U21 netball team has been placed in Pool A for the upcoming U21 Netball World Cup, set to face off against some of the world's most formidable teams.
Cooks diaspora consultations in New Zealand
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
This week’s Cook Islands diaspora consultations in New Zealand have amounted to a shotgun approach to current affairs covering a variety of topics of national importance.
Cooks in plastics treaty negotiations
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Heads of delegation for about 32 member states met in Glion, Switzerland, to share views and ideas in preparation for the fifth and final session of Intergovernmental Negotiations Committee (INC-5) to establish a legally binding treaty to end plastic pollution, which will take place in Busan, Republic of Korea this November 2024.
Legalise pakalolo, fight hard drugs
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The flow of heroin,cocaine,fentanyl and methamphetamines into Rarotonga is unmatched and these hard core drugs are taking a real foothold in the demise of many Cook Islanders and our society as a whole.
Health and Beauty: Pure and Natural, a sanctuary for beauty and wellness
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National
Pure and Natural salon and Beauty Spa, tucked away in a convenient new location in Ngatangiia, is offering a refreshing escape for customers seeking expert beauty services on the island.
USP Student body represents 14,000 students
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The University of the South Pacific Students’ Association (USPSA) from 14 campuses spanning 12 member countries convened in Rarotonga yesterday representing the voice of 14,000 students.
Breast Cancer Foundation Ball to promote early detection
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, Local, National
Debbie Sorensen, Chief Executive Officer of the Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) Group, extends her support and solidarity to the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation (CIBCF) as the guest speaker at the Ribbons of Hope: Early Detection Ball, taking place on Saturday, November 30, at the Ngatangiia Rugby Grounds in Rarotonga.
Water group questions TTV's financial management
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Community group Te Vai Ora Maori (TVOM) has requested an investigation into Rarotonga’s water authority, To Tatou Vai’s financial management.
Water tech training for pa enua
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Infrastructure Cook Islands engineers were recently in Aitutaki holding a training programme for 12 water technicians and operators from Mangaia, Atiu, Mauke, Mitiaro and Aitutaki.
Invitation to STEAM celebration
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National
A Children’s Week initiative going by the acronym STEAM will ceklebrate the Cook Islands Robotics Team.
Email scam hits resort, owner raises cybersecurity concerns
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
An email phishing scam which targeted companies including The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium has highlighted growing cybersecurity challenges facing businesses in the Cook Islands.
Aitutaki Liftoff 2024 Draws almost 100 athletes
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Sports
The Aitutaki Liftoff (7 – 10 November) functional fitness sports event drew a record number of almost 100 local and international athletes.
Nukutere’s “superpower” kids auction art pieces
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
To celebrate the creativity and talent of the inclusive education “superpower” class at Nukutere College, a silent auction will be held this week.
Pet talk: Pets impact on mental health
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Pets have long been considered beloved members of the family, offering unconditional love and companionship. In recent years, scientific research has validated what pet owners have always felt: the positive impact of pets on mental health is profound.
Letter: What is this RAC?
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
The article in your Tuesday, 19 November edition (RAC to address mosque legality) raises a number of interesting issues.
Letter: Lopsided misleading consultation
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
E-communications between us and attendees at Monday night's government lead SBMA presentation to the Auckland Cook Islands community describes yet another, lop sided consultation, which also included misleading information.
Nauru Assembly of God visit Rarotonga
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Thirty-five members of the Assembly of God youth ministry from Nauru are visiting Rarotonga for two weeks. The worship delegation came to celebrate the 21st birthday celebration of Tinka Marsters, a Nauruan girl who was raised by CICC Reverend Tere Marsters and his wife in the Cook Islands. Reverend Evi Agir, leader of the group […]
PM Brown ‘not surprised' at Treaty Principles Bill opposition
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is not surprised at the swell of opposition against the Treaty Principles Bill in Aotearoa.
MMR advises on marine resources harvesting
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The Ministry of Marine Resources is advising the public that the harvesting of marine resources should always be done in a manner that is to provide for an immediate need.