Editorials
OPINION: Deep sea mining discussions – what’s the rush?
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
There appears to be strong community support for building the capacity of locals to better prepare them to make decisions regarding deep sea mining, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
Building and maintaining legacy for all Cook Islanders
Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We are the only country in the Pacific that reveres our culture so strongly that we established a standalone ministry dedicated to the nurturing and preservation of our culture – our peu Maori, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
OPINION: Polygamy versus equal rights
Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
When a woman finds a man, who will look after her, a man who will romance her, a man who will believe in her, a man who will adore her, it’s important to make sure these four men don’t meet each other.
OPINION: Religion and culture
Saturday 10 July 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We have things more to fear than Tangaroa and I would suggest that as Jesus said, the love of money is the core, the essence, and the root of evil – that is what we should be turning back from, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
T-shirt tote bags, Kata Kapu and Jar Undies in Plastic Free July
Saturday 10 July 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Already we are a third of the way into Plastic Free July and it is great to see so many activities happening around Rarotonga, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
PET TALK: Do your part, get your pet desexed
Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Rarotonga’s roaming dogs are much loved by visitors and locals alike, but in their current numbers they’re becoming a nuisance and a hazard. To tackle this problem, Dr Ellen McBryde says we need to take responsibility for our pets and have them de-sexed to help control the island’s out-of-control dog and cat population.
Traditional leaders should lead by example
Tuesday 6 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We look to our traditional leaders to behave with dignity fitting of their position and we expect them to always have the best interest of our people foremost, writes Opposition Democratic Party leader Tina Pupuke Browne.
OPINION: Agriculture needs creative thinkers and action makers
Monday 5 July 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Living in Rarotonga in year-round temperate climate, surrounded by fertile soil, and empty growing lands, it astounds me and tourists how often and how long we go without certain foods when we have so much abundance to produce at our fingertips, writes Ruta Mave.
OPINION: MPs suggestion to delay election poorly researched
Wednesday 30 June 2021 | Written by Te Tuhi Kelly | Published in Editorials, Opinion
During the recent sitting of Parliament, two MPs from both side of the house tried to push forward the argument that if Covid-19 continues to affect the country’s financial situation, the forthcoming general elections should be delayed. Te Tuhi Kelly, Leader of the Progressive Party, says those MP’s haven’t done their homework.
OPINION: Honouring the landowners for their support
Tuesday 29 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The completion of the Rarotonga water project is a huge achievement and is a developmental landmark for our country as it will have significant national health, economic and environmental benefits, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
OPINION: Ditching colonial suit and tie for island wear
Monday 28 June 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
If MPs are going to make decisions and choosing to forego uniform for whatever reason, why are they not like school children donating money for the privilege of relaxed uniform rules, writes Ruta Mave.
OPINION: We’re worrying about dogs, trees and pareu wear?
Friday 25 June 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
In a time when the world is fighting a global pandemic, the real world dilemma questions in Raro are cutting down trees, and too many dogs, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Ocean health is our ocean wealth
Friday 25 June 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
On Saturday some members of the Marumaru Atua crew and the Aitutaki Conservation Trust participated in a small beach clean up near the airport, to raise awareness on plastic pollution in our ocean, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
PET TALK: The science behind snoozing cats
Wednesday 23 June 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
I often feel jealous when I see a cat sleeping – why can’t I nap that often? Cats really are living their best lives, but why do they sleep so much? Dr Ellen McBryde explains.
LETTER: Differing ideas as to what Koutu Nui means
Tuesday 22 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Letters for June 22, 2021
Relying on tourism alone is myopic and shortsighted, Demos say
Tuesday 22 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
When the government talks of a Budget of Revival what actually does it mean? By Leader of the Opposition Tina Pupuke Browne.
OPINION: Comprehending the feelings of ‘empty nesters’
Monday 21 June 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
My son lives full time with me, as a solo parent and provider, it has made us a tighter unit. He’s more like my roomie, companion, writes Ruta Mave.
Progress, not perfection, for Plastic Free July
Friday 18 June 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Plastic Free July is just around the corner and honestly it could not come any sooner, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
OPINION: The power of Parliament
Friday 18 June 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
When a Parliament sits at the convenience of its Government, or the Opposition spends its question time praising the government, or when Members of the Parliament can hold a full-time job and also collect a Parliamentary salary, or when success is measured by the announcement that they can now wear pareu on a Friday and a flower in their hair, what does that say about us who elect them, let alone the health of our 56 year old democracy? By Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
OPINION: Violence against women in Pacific politics
Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
As with their sisters around the world, many women in the Pacific are victims of violence. While much of this violence occurs within the family, a sociocultural environment accustomed to violence against women has repercussions for women’s participation in public life. By Ancuta Hansen.
