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New Zealand family devastated by teenager’s sudden death

A teenager from New Zealand tragically died in his sleep during a family vacation in Rarotonga, leaving his family heartbroken and seeking support for repatriation costs.

‘Shocked and scared’: Family feels violated after motorbike stolen from garage

A spate of motorcycle thefts in Rarotonga has left a Nikao family “shocked and scared” after their bike was stolen from their home.

Crime

Cabinet to decide on Police Commissioner’s future

The Cook Islands Police Commissioner’s future is expected to be decided by the Cabinet.

Crime

Known juvenile suspected in recent motorbike theft

A juvenile known to police is suspected of stealing a motorbike from Club Raro last week.

National

Health

New mammogram machine still in its procurement discussion stage: Williams

Business

Supermarket chills things up with ‘The Igloo’

Premium content

Economy

Proposed law on tainted cryptocurrency ‘terrible’ for human rights, says expert

Local

Free excavator service for Rarotonga residents, promises Minister Angene

Crime

‘Shocked and scared’: Family feels violated after motorbike stolen from garage

Health

Nui programme celebrates a year of success, next free course starts tomorrow

Nui programme celebrates a year of success, next free course starts tomorrow.

Health

Volunteer firefighter to tackle Sky Tower for friend battling cancer

Dedicated Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade member Tahiti Isaaka is participating in the Firefighters Sky Tower Challenge 2024 in Aotearoa New Zealand this month to raise funds for blood cancer.

Sports

Fishing

Fishermen reel in giant catches

Rarotonga and Aitutaki fishermen are celebrating a bonanza of giant catches, including two 70-kilogram yellowfin tuna by young anglers and a massive 354.5kg blue marlin by a seasoned fisherman.

Rugby league

Eels and Lady Bears march on

Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Bears are through to the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition finals after hard fought wins in the semifinals on Saturday.

Sports

Dallimore and Ritchie claim Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon title

The conditions on Saturday morning could not have been more perfect for the 30th anniversary Air New Zealand Rarotonga Triathlon which was held with grateful thanks to the Raina family from the Tri site behind Enua Manea Hall in Titikaveka.

Sports

Apii Nikao crowned champions at Kau Swimming Competition

Apii Nikao Primary School triumphed at the Cook Islands Aquatics Federation (CIAF) Kau Swimming Competition, taking home the overall trophy.

Football

Matavera-Ngatangiia Football Club partners with top NZ academy

The Matavera-Ngatangiia Football Club (MNFC) has forged a relationship with one of New Zealand’s top football academy.

Opinion

Kata

Kata: Trump

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Raising age misses the mark

Dear Editor, Parliament to raise smoking age to 21 so that children as young as six years old won’t be vaping. Raise the age to 99 and it won’t prevent one child from having access to tobacco, one of the deadliest drugs on earth.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Free water – ‘Hatchet the Act’

Dear Editor, Re ‘Government reneges on free water pledge’.

Editorials

Ruta Mave: Sugar – the real threat to Cook Islands children’s health

Behind every cloud is a silver lining but in the Cook Islands it will soon be known that behind every cloud is a million dollars fine if you import and sell vapes in the Cook Islands, writes Ruta Mave.

Editorials

Thomas Wynne: Tradition versus equality

The issue of whether women should remain silent in church, or in traditional settings regarding leading Pe’e, and the Bible’s stance on slavery are contentious topics that have sparked debates for centuries including our own community this week, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Features

Super mum: Young mum shares her journey of motherhood

Young mothers face challenges every day, and local rugby league player Sunielia Tom’s message is to live in the moment, avoid stressing yourself out, be patient with your child, and find strength in prayer.

Business

Blooming for mums this Mother’s Day

The hardworking and dedicated team at Island Craft Ltd are powering through one of their busiest times of year.

Art

Young dancers steal the show at Te Mire Ura Dancer of the Year comp

A group of exceptionally talented Potiki kids took centre stage at Te Are Karioi National Auditorium on Thursday night, charming the delighted audience with their awe-inspiring performances.

Church Talk

Church Talk: ‘Our most holy faith’ To tatou akarongo maata rava atu

Jesus paid a great price, an ultimate sacrifice of His own Godly life for the salvation of all in the world – but with the gift of freedom of choice – “that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life”, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church.

Features

Setting sail for the future

Vaka Marumaru Atua voyage to the Festival of Pacific Arts in Hawaii aims to revive traditional navigation techniques and celebrate cultural heritage, with a young crew mentored by experienced navigators.