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Letter: CISNOC and education system

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Cook Islands has won the bid to host the 2029 Pacific Mini Games.

Letters to the Editor


Kiwi lawyer brings Māori land law expertise to Cook Islands

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Local, National

A New Zealand lawyer is hoping to apply his expertise in Māori land law, the Treaty of Waitangi and constitutional issues to assist in resolving similar challenges faced in the Cook Islands.

Court


Racy Raro sports car has new life in New Zealand

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane, National

A high-powered Mazda RX7 sports car which once languished in a shed near the beach in Rarotonga has found a new life in New Zealand as a drag racer, driven by a former Tereora College pupil.

Features


PAC report criticises former Culture secretary’s financial oversight

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

The former secretary for the Ministry of Cultural Development “did not ensure” that there were strong controls in place and that careful judgment was applied when authorising six financial transactions of more than $12,000 of taxpayers’ money, states the recent Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report.

National


Minister Mokoroa defends Brisbane trip, emphasises youth commitment

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Politics

Minister Vaine “Mac” Mokoroa has defended his recent trip to Brisbane, Australia, to attend a church youth conference, emphasising the government’s commitment to Cook Islands youth.

Local


Deep Ocean symposium free to locals

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Te Puna Vai Marama, the Cook Islands Centre for Research, and Te Ipukarea Society are co-hosting a research symposium focussed on the deep sea at the end of this month.

Environment

Environmentalists slam ‘premature’ seabed minerals harvesting regulations

Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National

Cook Islands has enacted seabed minerals harvesting regulations despite concerns about the lack of ‘meaningful consultation’ and the premature nature of the legislation, given that the exploration phase is still ongoing.

Environment


Kata: Jail term

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


Concerns over Minister’s role in inmate work releases: PAC

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National, Parliament

The Public Accounts Committee is concerned with the Minister for Corrective Services’ authority to ‘influence or directly manage’ the release of inmates from prison, while the Minister denies these claims and maintains that all work release protocols are being followed.

Court


League 9s promises exciting competition

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports

The 2024 Cook Islands Games will have an exciting start with the much-anticipated League 9s competition kicking off today at the National Stadium in Nikao.

League


Cook Islands Football assists Tereora College with student assessment

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In a collaborative effort to enhance sports education and development, Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) recently partnered with Tereora College for a comprehensive six-week programme focused on student assessments from year 11 to year 13.

Football


Cook Islanders return home for family, culture and sport

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Other Sports, Sports, Weekend

The appeal of reconnecting with family, learning more about genealogy and the culture while enjoying sport with island pride certainly does entice Cook Islanders overseas to return home to participate in the Cook Islands Games.

Features


Taste of the Cook Islands at biennial Games

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Other Sports, Sports

Hundreds gathered at the National Stadium for the official opening of the 2024 Cook Islands Games last night.

Local


Aussie swimmers soak up local culture at Cook Islands Games opening

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Australia, Regional, Sports, Swimming

A group of Australian swimmers from Bondi Beach, known as the “4 Seasons Swim”, have arrived in Rarotonga just in time for the 2024 Cook Islands Games. Fourteen swimmers from the visiting group arrived with the goal of swimming and experiencing the beautiful oceans of the Cook Islands. Last night, they were at the National […]

Australia


Brown shares Vanuatu experience

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

Associate Minister for Health Te-Hani Brown recently attended a meeting in Vanuatu which she said was beneficial for Members of Parliaments from the Pa Enua as it provided exposure to medical equipment suitable for the outer islands.

National

‘We have achieved a lot with the little we've'

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Technology

The Cook Islands’ FIRST Global Robotics team, the Cocobots, achieved a historic gold medal in the 2024 Alliance category, despite facing limited resources and competing against teams with years of experience.

National


Students dig deep into cultural roots

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Education, Features, Food, National

Students of Nukutere College who participated in the traditional umu making and string band competitions this week were grateful for the opportunities to connect more deeply with the lifestyles of their ancestors.

Culture


Education ‘got some problems’ but new initiatives offer hope

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

The active participation and commitment of all stakeholders, from government, principals, teachers, parents and the community, is needed for the growth and advancement of education in the Cook Islands, says the Minister for Education.

Education


Thomas Wynne: Addressing concerns and protecting our interests

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

To address potential concerns and further strengthen the protection of the Cook Islands’ interests, I have emailed the Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) the following additions or amendments to the draft seabed mining regulations.

Editorials


Cook Islands celebrates unity and sportsmanship at Games opening

Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Sports

Prime Minister Mark Brown officially opened the 2024 Cook Islands Games – “the event that truly unites our islands and our people” – at the National Stadium in Nikao last night.

Athletics


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