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Cook Islands step up campaign to end violence against women

Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Local, National

The Cook Islands Police Service marked White Ribbon Day in a collaborative effort with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) starting with a 7am Mass at the St Joseph’s Catholic Cathedral on Friday.

Court


Petition survives: Cook Islands United Party petition to have its day in the High Court

Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics

Cook Islands United Party candidate Margharet Matenga’s petition that claims several voters in the Titikaveka electorate were ineligible and should not have been counted will get its chance in the High Court.

National


Paddlers battle extreme conditions

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports

There were 24 paddlers on the start line in Wednesday’s Oe Vaka Nationals Singles event which was raced in very challenging ocean conditions with strong south easterly winds and swell.

Paddling


Continue to trust in God regardless of circumstances

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

One way you can talk to God is through prayer. Talk to Him about your experiences, and remember to also pause, and listen to His words of strength and comfort, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa from the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Church Talk


Too much of a good thing?

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

One in five people treat their own infections instead of seeing a doctor or nurse practitioner to get it checked and get an appropriate antibiotic prescribed if one is needed, says Te Marae Ora chief pharmacist.

Editorials


Black Fern home to share rugby knowledge

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Rugby Union, Sports

Cook Islander Maiakawanakaulani (Maia) Roos, who played an instrumental role in Black Ferns’ Women’s Rugby World Cup win, arrived on the island on Wednesday.

Rugby league


Education needed to address the culture of domestic violence

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Culture, National

Education is needed to address the culture of domestic violence, says the coordinator of the newly-established men’s counselling service, Te Punanga Ora’anga Matutu (Te POM).

Crime


Man fined $2000 for damaging power pole

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National

A worker who crashed his truck into a power pole near Muri has to pay reparations for both the damaged power pole, and the cost of the police moving the vehicle off the road.

Court


Facebook post prompts thieves to return stolen watermelons

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Thanks to social media and a caring community, watermelon thieves who raided a family plot in Arorangi were identified on Wednesday – the same afternoon the awareness notice was posted.

Local


Water intakes ‘under stress’: Unsupervised scrub fires resulting in unnecessary usage

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

The recent ‘light rain’ had no impact on the water intakes due to the extremely dry weather, and some areas on the island are without water due to the lack of flows in the catchment stream intakes.

Environment


Petrol prices drop but consumers urged to remain wary

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Editor's Pick, National

Petrol prices will decrease from today by about 10 per cent, but the Price Tribunal chairman Louis Enoka is urging consumers not to get too far ahead of themselves.

Economy


PNG's budget expectations high

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Papua New Guinea, Regional

The Papua New Guinea Government is due to present its 2023 National Budget next week, and there is an expectation of increased commitments in critical areas.

Papua New Guinea


6 Nauru refugees arrive in NZ

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by RNZ | Published in Nauru, New Zealand, Regional

The first group of Nauru refugees have arrived in New Zealand under a resettlement deal.

Nauru


Budding cricketers get a hand with new coaching programme in schools

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports

Cricket is getting a much-needed boost at junior level on Rarotonga with the introduction of an international coaching programme in schools.

Cricket


Midweek football clashes at the Swamp

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Swamp will be buzzing with football fans this mid-week as Avatiu FC will be taking on Matavera FC in their final preliminary round match.

Cricket


Phony Cook Islands bond ‘offer’ rears its head again

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National

Cook Islands authorities are embarrassed by the re-emergence of a phony bond scheme purporting to be from the Government.

Economy


Taking care of your ears: Why it’s so important

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

What do ears do? The obvious answer is – hear sounds. Without getting too scientific, that is true. But ears do other things too, writes Dr Michael Baer, Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director.

Opinion


Livestock owners urged to look after their animals

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National

Livestock owners on Rarotonga and the Pa Enua are being urged to look after their animals during this dry spell. Ministry of Agriculture secretary Temarama Anguna-Kamana reminded livestock owners the need to provide water daily to their animals

Environment


Seven Cook Islanders receive Queen’s Birthday Honours medals

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

The Cook Islands recipients of the 2021 and 2022 Queen’s Birthday Honours were presented with their medals yesterday by the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters and Lady Tuaine Marsters.


Bakery expands with new retail operation

Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

A Rarotonga bakery is expanding into retail after family commitments delayed its opening.


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