Editorials
Ruta Mave: Christians are human, but not all humans are Christians
Monday 20 January 2025 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The reality of hypocrisy here is so large, we have become fat, lazy and entitled on the backs of non-Christian hand-outs that have enshrined us in dependency, writes Ruta Mave.
Te Ipukarea Society: Working together for a rat-free Cook Islands
Saturday 18 January 2025 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
One of the best ways to help native birds and wildlife is by trapping invasive rats in your backyard.
Thomas Wynne: We value education deeply’
Saturday 18 January 2025 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Education has always been deeply valued by Cook Islands people. Our historical practices, cultural traditions, and contemporary efforts reflect an unwavering commitment to learning, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Ruta Mave: American drama of the wild wildfires
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world and home to many of the celebrity elite, is currently starring in an unfolding American drama of the wild wildfires of the west, writes Ruta Mave.
Thomas Wynne: Stay home and get to work, MPs
Saturday 11 January 2025 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Every day spent out of the country is a day not working. Members of Parliament are elected to be in Parliament, not in the Koru Club or frequent flyer club, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: How removing rats can protect Cook Islands native vegetation and wildlife
Saturday 11 January 2025 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
From birds to plants, invasive rats have wreaked havoc on island ecosystems worldwide, and the Cook Islands are no exception.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Passport referendum
Thursday 9 January 2025 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This focus on a Cook Islands passport should be mandated by us the people through a referendum.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Cook Islands deserve a legacy of substance, not symbolism
Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion
As we are all aware, we will be celebrating 60 years of independence from our colonial masters New Zealand this year. This push by Prime Minister Mark Brown for a “symbolic representation of national pride and identity” through a separate Cook Islands passport has not been well thought out, writes Te Tuhi Kelly, leader of the Progressive Party.
Ruta Mave: Passport proposal- A dangerous game of independence or a distraction?
Monday 6 January 2025 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
I do not know about you but I am asking myself what is going on? Is Prime Minister Mark Brown’s family being held hostage? Does he have a gun against his head? Why else would he persist against mounting public pressure to push for a passport for the Cook Islands? Ruta Mave writes.
Thomas Wynne: A history of faith in the Cook Islands
Saturday 14 December 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The journey of faith and religion in the Cook Islands – from Tangaroa to Rongo, from Christianity to Pentecostalism – has always been marked by resistance, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: Composting workshop teaches sustainable living
Saturday 14 December 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Te Ipukarea Society participated in a hands-on composting workshop hosted by New Zealand consultant Chris Purchas at the Papaaroa Mission House last Friday.
What is a heathy relationship?
Wednesday 11 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
‘It Starts with Me’ is the theme of this year’s White Ribbon Campaign, promoting healthy, non-violent relationships. Te Punanga Ora'anga Matutu (Te POM), a men’s support and well-being centre, is supporting the 16 days of activism for the White Ribbon campaign, writes Te POM’s Rowena Manning.
Ruta Mave: White ribbon day is now
Monday 9 December 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Anger is a sign of guilt. If you ask your partner if they are cheating on you and they explode in anger yelling, accusations and blaming you as having a problem without a definite reply, it’s often because they are guilty, writes Ruth Mave.
Thomas Wynne: Righteousness exalts a nation
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This is part three on the writing and founding of our Cook Islands Constitution. By Thomas Wynne.
‘It Starts with Me’: Ending the cycle of violence
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence began last week. Te Punanga Oraanga Matutu’s Rowena Manning reflects on the campaign and White Ribbon Day, and the underlying causes of violence in our society, writes - Rowena Manning.
Thomas Wynne: Roots of justice
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This is part two of three articles on the writing and founding of our Cook Islands Constitution. By Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: ‘Death by power point’: NZ visit ‘a road show, at worst a propaganda tour’
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Today’s article is by June Hosking, president of Te Ipukarea Society. It is based on information she received from family and friends that attended the Cook Islands Government’s presentation to the Cook Islands community in Christchurch last week. The title for this article is taken from an apt comment her niece overheard at the presentation.
Ruta Mave: Questioning the legality of another’s belief
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Everyone just wants to live a life of mundane tasks and group socialisation. They want to wake up and interact with family and pets. Go to work or school, complete tasks of growth challenge or wage earning, writes Ruta Mave.
Thomas Wynne: Who wrote our founding document?
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This is part one of three articles on the writing and founding of our Cook Islands Constitution. By Thomas Wynne.
Te Ipukarea Society: Hawksbill health needs close monitoring
Friday 22 November 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Turtle tracking through the use of photos to identify individual turtle movements around Rarotonga has continued for a second consecutive year.
