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Cook Islands passport proposal
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Police need numbers and bigger budget
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Solid and Hazardous Waste Bill referred to Parliament committee
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DPM defends CIIC finance and travel policies
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Cook Islands has its first mosque
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CI Muslim opens up about her faith and journey
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Man found guilty of rape, burglary
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Opinion
Letter: Look before you leap
On Tuesday, Cook Island News published a letter so well written by Steve Boggs, his letter contained a great body of evidence and some startling facts, which the good and hardworking people in the Cook Island perhaps need to take good heed of.
Letter: Police budget
Dear Editor, Kia Orana, what a memorable and notable occasion at the Police National Headquarters on Wednesday, 9th April, 2025, to see the investiture of Tai Joseph as the new Police Commissioner … wonderful occasion.
Inquiry into death called for
A lady relative of mine died last Thursday morning.
Connections, and thoughts on NCD stats
Sitting on a large craggy rock next to me she began to quietly sing, a soft gentle waiata, an imene that called us all standing there to a place without time.
Land court makes history in the north
When I first became aware the Ministry of Justice was planning a hearing in the Northern Group at the end of August primarily to determine ownership of the lands taken by warrant for the solar projects in the northern islands, I was quite concerned.
Family at core of Cook Islands culture
Love of family is a core virtue in Cook Islands Maori culture.
Peoples' resilience shines through
The Northern Group islands of Tongareva (Penrhyn), Manihiki and Rakahanga received a rare visit from the Land Court last week.
Browne claims 'pathetic,' says Puna
Recent inflammatory comments by the leader of the Democratic Party, Tina Browne, claiming that the Cook Islands Party government is misrepresenting the money it is spending to fund projects as being CIP money, are lacking in fact.
You too, can make your dreams come true
This week, 20 people from the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the Cook Islands gathered at Tamanu Beach Resort for a retreat Dan and I gave on, “Living the Dream: Spiritual Practices for a Grace-filled Life”.
What can we do to save our language?
I remember sitting with the crew of Fa’afaite Vaka in 2015 who had sailed from Tahiti and as we sat together talking I could hear them all speaking French to each other and hardly any Maohi and I was saddened by the fact that colonisation had created this dilemma.
Mental health issues loom large
Rarotonga resident John Scott describes the frustrating battle he has had dealing with health authorities in New Zealand over care for his wife Tara, who suffers from severe dementia. Scott’s frank account also highlights the lack of appropriate facilities in the Cook Islands for those who suffer from mental conditions.
PR smoulders in 'too hard' basket
Permanent residency (PR) is a very sensitive issue among our people, in particular Cook Islands Maori.
Steps towards living a purposeful life
Have you ever looked out over the waves of the sea, or gazed up at a night sky filled with countless stars, and wondered, “Why am I here?”
Misuse of taxpayer money must end
Last week, someone calling themselves “Politico” claimed in a letter to the editor of CINews that governments would splash taxpayer’s money on their own campaigns whether the taxpayers liked it or not.
What's happening to our community?
It’s a question many have been asking lately: What has become of our community?
Finance minister should restrain himself
Goodness me, I must have struck a raw nerve to cop such a barrage of abuse from the Finance minister last week.
Living the dream in paradise, with gratitude
I love writing about “Living the Dream,” because every day I feel gratitude and awe that my husband and I are here in Paradise doing just that.
Ivirua loyalties plain
The people of Ivirua have spoken. They have chosen to remain loyal to their Democratic party.
Struggling with doubt? Welcome to humanity!
I was sitting with my wife this week and talking frankly about areas of doubt that I struggle with.
Abuses of power must be resisted
In my CINews column last week, I urged the public not to allow the Cook Islands to become a one-party country.
Court to head north after 50-year absence
I believe the last time the Land Court sat in the Northern Cooks was some 50 years ago.
Angels the messengers of divine wisdom
Do you believe in angels?
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