Promoted
Lawyer to file ‘sine die’ application
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Defense lawyer asks court to put assault and driving case to rest due to accused's battle with leukemia.
Age does not matter when God has plans for you, says ordained Reverend
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
Hard work and sacrifice are the keys to success in any vocation, but commitment to faith and God will give rewards in life that are priceless.
Taking art to a whole new level
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Local school Apii Te Uki Ou collected $35,000 from the ‘Iconic Kia Orana’ art auction.
Fruits of their labour
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by E-Tangata | Published in New Zealand, Regional
The Recognised Seasonal Workers scheme, where Pacific islanders come annually to work on NZ orchards and farms, can be viewed as a continuation of colonial exploitation, write Litia Tuiburelevu and Hugo Wagner-Hiliau for online New Zealand magazine E-Tangata. This is the second in a 2-part series.
The influence of relationships
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
When we begin to respect and accept the differences we have with other people, it becomes easier for us to love and appreciate them.
Letter: Identifying the impacts of seabed mining
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Thanks to Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) for the background information and for outlining how a moratorium would allow time for us to achieve many other goals like establishing Marae Moana zones and aligning with the UN’s strategy. Serious question though, other than supporting other NGO’s who call for the same thing, what actual steps would […]
Flight service to Mitiaro resumes
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Air Rarotonga flights to Mitiaro resumed this week with all 30 stranded passengers now returned to the island as of Thursday morning.
Community groups join forces to raise funds
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Local community support groups Are Pa Metua, Creative Centre, and Te Kainga are working together to address a lack of financial support.
Police defraud case adjourned
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Four suspended Police services staff are facing charges relating to a case of alleged financial misconduct.
Govt suffers deficit of $12m due to Covid-19
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The Government’s numbers from the opening half of 2020 have begun to show the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Gentleman Jim’ – a man for the people
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Politics
All government flags will be flown at half-mast for the rest of the week as a sign of respect for former Cook Islands prime minister Jim Marurai who passed away peacefully at his home in Ivirua, Mangaia this week
New Health ministry vehicle to support outreach efforts
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National
A vehicle to support Te Marae Ora’s HIV/Tuberculosis (TB) programme has been purchased through the help of the United Nations Development Programme and Global Fund. Health secretary Dr Aumea Herman said: “We are very grateful and will definitely ensure the vehicle is used for programme implementation and movement, including other programmes as appropriate.” Dr Herman […]
Regional meeting with Japan to discuss Covid response and recovery
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Japan has committed non-project grant assistance of approximately $1.3 million to Cook Islands for Covid-19 preparedness.
Recipe: Giving fish its rightful place in your dietary habits
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Food
For some smooth and moist rukau and succulent fish, try Mereana Hutchinson's recipe for Moana-Roa Mahimahi.
Who picks the fruit? A look at the role of seasonal workers in NZ
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by E-Tangata | Published in New Zealand, Regional
The morality of New Zealand’s reliance on workers from the Pacific questioned.
Draft environment policy under scrutiny
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service is promising a wider public consultation on their draft national policy.
Fixing drainage in flood prone Muri
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands is carrying out a project to overcome flooding and erosion issues in Muri.
Too much rain? Met service says its ‘normal’
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
The rainy spell this week is 'normal' for the wet season, which started this month and will run until April, says the nation's Meteorological Service.
Programme supports vendors and growers
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Awareness of small-scale entrepreneurs boosted through Business Trade and Investment Board program.
Letter: Billions of tons of ‘God’s blessings’
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
There is nothing short-term about the wealth we have sitting at the bottom of our ocean – 5kms deep. Billions of tons of God’s blessings sitting there, more than enough to provide for many generations of our people. Look at places like Norway, great example of how they have harnessed their natural resources, harvested responsibly […]