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OPINION ‘Corruption is never bold; it is always subtle’
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We should never be silent when those in power abuse that power for their own benefit, writes Thomas Wynne.
Avana coastal protection – it’s in the bag
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Local environment group Te Ipukarea Society is trying to prevent the Avana lagoon claiming back what was taken. By Kelvin Passfield.
‘Agent Tetava’ at your service
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown was recognised as the new leader of the country and Minister of Police at a special parade in his honour.
Barge crew return negative Covid tests
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Crew onboard MV Taunga Nui all returned negative results after being tested for Covid-19 yesterday.
Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Time to turn on the tap, but it’s not that simple
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Weekend
It has been a bumpy ride, but work on Rarotonga’s revamped water system is nearing an end. From the outset, elected leaders were committed to delivering potable water to residents. Cleaner water is now coming through the taps, but it’s not up to international drinking standards yet. Te Mato Vai project manager Peter Free is committed to seeing the ultimate goal become a reality. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.
Face masks included in Covid-19 law
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
The country’s ongoing response to Covid-19 was front and centre at the last Parliament sitting for the year.
Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
An extra special day for Nukutere College prize giving
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Layered in a tower of ei’s, Nukutere College Dux of the Year Zhera Moetaua had to be guided back to her seat by classmates at the school’s prize giving day. The annual awards held at the St Joseph’s Hall yesterday was no different from any other. Parents, families and friends who attended the special day […]
Stepping up their ‘floral game’
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Nine schools participated in the Mire Tiare competition that wrapped up on Thursday.
Tri Nations showdown set for Friday
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The winner of Friday's clash between Cook Islands Residents and Samoa Residents will claim the inaugural Tri Nations series title.
LETTERS: Delaying debate on same-sex rights
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"The government’s deferral of accepting same sex relationships will make them the laughing stock, so to speak, of the world."
OPINION: The case against PACER Plus - the regional free trade agreement
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
PACER Plus, the regional free trade agreement, will come into force next month. In this first of a three-article series, Adam Wolfenden of Trade Justice Campaigner for the Pacific Network on Globalisation writes about the case against this trade deal.
Born again into the kingdom
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
There is no question that Jesus believed that all who were given to Him by the Father would come to Christ. By Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro.
MPs attend intake tour
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
Navy aircraft conducts repatriation of French nationals to Tahiti
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Three French nationals, who were stranded on Rarotonga due to Covid-19, boarded a repatriation flight to Tahiti yesterday morning.
French national denied travel
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
Lawyer charged with indecent assault bailed
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands lawyer Wilkie Rasmussen, who is facing indecent assault charges, has been granted permission to travel to Tongareva after agreeing to pay a bond of $5000 to the Ministry of Justice.
Te Onu creation wows crowds
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Avarua’s turtle masterpiece has been proudly showcased in the school’s classroom to mark Te Mire Tiare - Rarotonga's annual flower festival.
Barge granted permission to berth at Avatiu
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The new barge MV Taunga Nui acquired by Cook Islands General Transport has been granted permission to berth at the Avatiu Port.
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