Local

Taking children ‘out of their comfort zone’ to fish

Monday 16 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Around 100 kids accompanied by their patient parents and adult family members congregated at the beach in Tupapa on Saturday for the annual Cook Islands Game Fishing Club (CIGFC) Tamariki (kids) Fishing Competition.

Local


Learning the Holy Land’s agriculture way

Saturday 14 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

Ministry of Agriculture staff Cecilia Samuela-TouAriki and Piriariki Maao are still counting their blessings for the opportunity to have set foot in the Holy Land a month ago.

Features


In honour of a man of faith, catechist and tribe leader

Saturday 14 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

A unique unveiling ceremony for the late Te Ariki Rauru (Anautoa Rangatira) of Ruatonga was held at the Rauru family homestead in Ruatonga on Thursday, January 5, 2023.

Local


Families and friends remember ‘hero’ mum

Saturday 14 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Cook Islander Memory Kimiora Peu, aged 52, tragically died at sea on Monday, January 2, 2023. She had been attempting to help her 11-year-old daughter, who was being swept out by the current near Arorangi jetty.

Local


Rarotonga kids encouraged to join annual fishing competition

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Kids are being encouraged to give their smart phones a rest this weekend and get outdoors to enjoy fishing like the old days using a bamboo (stick) rod.

Local


Avarua CICC renovations on track, says Poila

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Renovation work on the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Ziona Tapu at Taputapuatea is moving along smoothly and now features a solid new concrete upstairs floor balcony which can seat up to 100 persons.

Local


Fertiliser prices to increase: Ministry of Agriculture

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Ministry of Agriculture has announced there will be an increase in the price of fertiliser they sell to local growers.

Local


Tackling Raro’s dog problem: Police to issue warrant for added support workers

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

More than 20 dogs have been put down by the Cook Islands Police last month, in a bid to tackle the growing canine population in Rarotonga.

Local


Catholic Synod Forum - listen, discuss and share

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

For the first time in the history of the Catholic Church, the synod process has afforded people the opportunity to share their stories of existing as a ‘Church’ in the world today.

Local


Time to take water safety seriously

Friday 6 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National

Water Safety and Surf Lifesaving Cook Islands’ spokesperson Brent Fisher said this week’s tragic death of a mother at sea is another reminder for people to know their limits as swimmers.

Local


Double celebration at Rarotonga Hospital

Thursday 5 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Gertrude Moeataua was overjoyed when she gave birth to her baby boy Teariki at 5.45am on New Year’s Day at the Rarotonga Hospital maternity department. Moetaua said she already had two girls and she was happy to finally have a baby boy. Baby Teariki weighed 5 pound and 8 ounces. Penina Arnold, a young, happy […]

Local


Family remembers ‘hero’ mother

Thursday 5 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Editor's Pick, Local, National

A mother who drowned attempting to save her 11-year-old daughter has been hailed a “hero”.

Editor's Pick


Babe, Wilbur and the Three Little Pigs

Wednesday 4 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Cartoon character Homer Simpson has taught me many life lessons.

Local


Extra flights fuel optimism

Wednesday 4 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National

Accommodation providers are optimistic about 2023, as new flight opportunities open up.

Economy


Ardijah vocalist wins New Year honour

Wednesday 4 January 2023 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Entertainment, Local, National

After decades of success in New Zealand’s entertainment industry, Ardijah vocalist Betty Anne Maryrose Monga has been recognised in the 2023 New Year’s honours list, with a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to music.

Entertainment


Tragedy: Mother drowns trying to save daughter

Wednesday 4 January 2023 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National

A 52-year-old mother has drowned while trying to save her 11-year-old daughter who was being swept out by the current in the lagoon near the Arorangi jetty.

Local


High hopes for 2023

Saturday 31 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National

Small business operators on Rarotonga have given 2022 a thumbs up following a challenging couple of years. They are positive going forward to 2023 despite ongoing uncertainty, Al Williams reports

Economy


Bigger and busier 2023: PM

Saturday 31 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Politics

We are gearing up to hit the ground running though – and I am particularly looking forward to holding the first sitting of Parliament as soon as we can, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.

Local


Freight costs prompt bus rebuilds

Saturday 31 December 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National

Cook’s Island Bus Passenger Transport Ltd will be rebuilding three of its old fleet, as the cost of importing new or secondhand buses spikes due to supply chain issues.

Local


Cops call for calm as New Year looms

Saturday 31 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Police are extending firm reminders to all liquor licenced premises and outlets to stick to the rules and ensure their respective responsibilities are maintained during New Year celebrations.

Local


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