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Agriculture

Retired mothers promote cheaper and healthier options

Three retired mothers on Rarotonga have turned to farming to not only make ends meet but also to promote healthy eating in their small paradise.

Public input sought on proposal to make Cook Islands a Christian nation

A proposal to amend the Constitution and declare the Cook Islands a Christian nation is being considered by a Special Select Committee established by Parliament a week ago to address the ongoing debate on religious organisations.

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Local

Experienced leaders take the helm in Pa Enua governments

The outgoing Cook Islands Airport Authority board chairman and the director of Island Governance at the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) have been announced as new executive officers of Pa Enua governments.

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Business

Tribunal revokes price order, raises fuel costs after ‘error’

The Price Tribunal has issued a new price order for petrol and diesel almost a month after issuing the previous one, increasing wholesale and retail prices across the board.

National

Local

Social Centre gets a makeover for community enjoyment

Local

Cook Islands law firm joins Pacific Legal Network

Health

Internship programme aims to ease transition for new nurses

National

Strong winds and damaging swells alert issued

A strong wind warning and damaging heavy swell alert have been issued for all southern group islands, including Rarotonga.

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Fuel supplier takes legal action against Tribunal over pricing

Cook Islands fuel and gas supplier TOA Petroleum has initiated legal proceedings against the Price Tribunal, disputing the methodology used to determine fuel and LPG prices.

Sports

Swimmers dazzle at World Championships

The Cook Islands team made a significant splash on the second day of the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest, showcasing the talents of their promising athletes: Mia Laban, Lanihei Connolly, and Jacob Story.

Rugby Union

Rangi named on New Zealand Rugby Board

A Cook Islands accountant and former public servant has been selected to join the nine-member decision-making table of New Zealand Rugby.

Cycling

BMX enthusiast pushes for skate park

Dedicated BMX enthusiast Cook Islander Tony Takurua whose passion for the sport extends beyond his personal pursuits is on a mission to advocate for the construction of a skate park.

Sports

Movember ride raises $2000 for men’s health

Cook Islands Triathlon Association held its annual community Movember rides last month to promote men’s health.

Netball

Netball in Paradise tourney ends with grand celebration

The Netball in Paradise tournament concluded with a memorable awards night at the Islander Hotel and Restaurant on Friday last week, marking a grand celebration of netball in Rarotonga.

Opinion

Environment

Te Ipukarea Society: ‘Worm farming’, a fun composting process

Did you know, the presence of worms in your garden is a sign of having healthy soil? Worms help aerate the soil through their movements, allowing the roots of plants to receive more oxygen and nutrients.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Ruta’s column

Dear Editor, I only know of the Cook Island News via the roving opinion pieces by Ruth Mave.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: Embrace religious diversity

Dear Editor, I am a local hard-core atheist. I have lived in fear many years here for speaking out against Christianly for fear of persecution but I think it’s time to face my fears and speak out about my concerns, with this potential religious restrictions reform. I will not give up and take this message where ever it has to go.

Letters to the Editor

Letter: ‘Akamanako o’onu - think deeply!

Dear Editor, Reflection after reading ‘Deep-sea promotion, not consultation’, Monday, 25 November.

Features

Church Talk

Church talk: The importance of obedience

I’ve been reading through the book of Hebrews lately. I preached a message in Mangaia using this book as a reference, and I recently used this book for our Bible Class at Tereora College this week, writes Pastor Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.

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Features

Launch of late Sir Gaven Donne biography

On Saturday morning, Nick Donne launched the self-published biography of his father the late Sir Gaven Donne “No man is an Island” at the Bounty Bookshop in downtown Avarua, Rarotonga.

Education

First Cook Islander joins prestigious fellowship

As the first Cook Islander to be accepted into a “lifetime” fellowship, Louisa Castledine is looking forward to introducing Cook Islands to a global league of academic leaders, change-makers and visionaries.

Church Talk

Church talk: The cause of human suffering

Human suffering as a profound mystery. It is deeply rooted in the human condition. It is both Supernatural and at the same time Human. It is supernatural because it is rooted in the divine mystery of redemption of the world. By Bishop Rey Getaldo of the Catholic Church.

Pacific

Economy

Cooks and Australia superannuation MOU

Cook Islands government has signed a superannuation agreement with Australia allowing returning Cook Islanders to retire and transfer their superannuation savings easily to the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund.

Health

Western Pacific to miss UN goal to cut early deaths from lifestyle diseases: WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) says Western Pacific countries including the Cook Islands will likely miss out on the United Nations’ goal to reduce premature deaths from lifestyle-related diseases such as cancer and diabetes, as a result of alcohol and tobacco intake.

Economy

First Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) Council Meeting in Cook Islands

Council members of the Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) from 16 Pacific States gathered in the Cook Islands for the first time for the fourth PASO Council Meeting on November 4-6.

Education

USP Student body represents 14,000 students

The University of the South Pacific Students’ Association (USPSA) from 14 campuses spanning 12 member countries convened in Rarotonga yesterday representing the voice of 14,000 students.

Economy

Investment forum oversees assets of $100b

The two-day Pacific Islands Investment Forum (PIIF) opened on Tuesday serving as a platform for stakeholders across the Pacific Islands to gather, share insights, and work together on investment opportunities that can drive sustainable growth in the region. Together, the PIIF industry group of 20 Superannuation, Provident, Trust, and Sovereign Funds in 12 countries across […]

Sailing

New Caledonia's President Mapou says French territory is at a "turning point"

New Caledonia's President Louis Mapou says the French territory is at a "turning point" after the three-day fact-finding mission, headed by three Pacific leaders wrapped up in Nouméa. RNZ Pacific Presenter/Bulletin Editor Lydia Lewis reports.