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Triumphant return for super mum
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
Although Merita Wi-Kaitaia is separated from her partner indefinitely because of Covid-19 travel restrictions, she and her baby Esther came home to Rarotonga to thrilled family members and friends yesterday.
Island night for Israel
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
There will be an island night with a difference on Rarotonga tomorrow as many gather to support a fundraising dinner for Israel and the Jewish people.
Kia Orana Plus prepares businesses for 'new normal'
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Forty participants from 21 businesses on the island of Aitutaki participated in the Kia Orana Plus rapid training programme that was held this week.
Police reform urgent, says MP
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
The country’s police force is in urgent need of an overhaul, says Ngatangiia Member of Parliament Tama Tuavera.
Shooting dogs 'not the answer'
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Pet dog shooting in Matavera ignites calls from Te Are Manu for people fed up with roaming dogs not to take matters into their own hands.
Cute and healthy
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Martha Teaurere and her now 10-month-old daughter Calicia Nooroa arrived on Rarotonga in February for a holiday and unfortunately got held up on the island due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Iaveta Short's memoir 'highly recommended'
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Former politician Iaveta Short’s new book False Start in Paradise received positive feedback at its launch this week.
Black and white but still beautiful
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Rarotonga mamas, from left, Tangi Foster Nicholas, Teremoana Ngatamariki, Tutu Pokoina and Ngametua Terei meet at the Punanga Nui Market for the weekly catch up session.
Dr Williams' final farewell
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Dr Joe Williams was laid to rest yesterday at a small private service that was held under the present Covid-19 Alert Level 2 restrictions in Auckland.
Hine's Halo made with love
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
It was in December last year that Reihana Koteka-Wiki and her mum Emmy began making island scrunchies to fundraise for the maternity ward at Rarotonga Hospital.
Taro takers 'forgiven'
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Tangi and Junior Mataio have forgiven whoever stole their dry taro plants last week.
Iro Maroroa reels in big one
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Iro Maroroa claimed the heaviest fish prize with a 25.2kg yellow fin tuna on Saturday September 12 for the annual Bond Store ‘Steinlager’ Fishing tournament.
All go at Avatiu Harbour
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
It was all hands on deck at the Avatiu wharf on Monday.
More returnees expected on Friday
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
A third cohort of returnees is set to arrive on Rarotonga on Friday and will be required to undertake 14 days of quarantine under similar conditions that have been widely criticised by the public.
A woman of grace and faith
Tuesday 15 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Woman of the Month Vainetutai Samuel exudes faith, humility and kindness.
Living with a disability
Monday 14 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islander Alexander Boaza writes about his journey living with a disability. The story was originally published by the Cook Islands National Disability Council and is republished with permission.
'Think before you get a pet dog'
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Roaming dogs and several dog attacks in random locations around Rarotonga have reignited the debate on dog owner responsibility, but what happens when the owners leave without their pets?
More 24/7 security for homes
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands Security has launched their private security for homes with a 24-hour patrol network.
Transgender lose inclusion bid
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Local LGBTI association is ‘disheartened’ by the decision not to allow transgender athletes to compete in the open women’s events at the national games.
Nation honours Papa Joe
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Hundreds attended the State Memorial Service to pay their respects to the late Dr Joseph Williams held at the national auditorium domes yesterday.
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