Articles by Supplied

Cook Islands Football appoints goalkeeping development officer

Saturday 6 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

In the world of football, the role of a goalkeeper often goes beyond the field – it’s a position that shapes the game’s very spirit.

Referendum needed to decide UN membership, says Elikana

Saturday 6 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands Minister of Foreign Affairs Tingika Elikana says a referendum would allow its people to decide whether to join the United Nations and separate from New Zealand.

Church Talk: Put your trust in God

Friday 5 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

I have noticed the financial strain coming upon people and the effect it is having on their marriage, their families, and the choices they are making to make ends meet, writes Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.

Letter: Cook Islands voices matter

Friday 5 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, A question to the Editor about the column published by Thomas Wynne. No discredit to his column at all. It can be a great read and it is an Opinion column and he does that and you have published it for many years.

Letter: The real cost of their crimes

Thursday 4 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I raise questions on the sentencing of former Cook Islands deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau and two other former high-ranking Government officials (Nga Puna and Diane Charlie-Puna), handed jail terms for fraud and corruption charges.

Air NZ flight to Rarotonga turned back midway due to ‘technical fault’

Wednesday 3 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Travel

Passengers flying in and out of Rarotonga faced delays up to six hours after an Air New Zealand flight took a U-turn on Monday morning (Cook Islands time).

Teen pregnancy is high in Pacific countries, so what are the options for young mums?

Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Letter: Marijuana a cure for costly pig feed?

Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, There is a special provision in the Narcotics and Misuse of Drugs Act 2004, number 33, that allows you to grow as many marijuana plants as you want, as long as you don’t use it for a pharmacological effect.

Leading the way for women in the Pacific

Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Pacific Islands, Regional

Maria Ioane-Matua share her journey from a young Customs Officer to becoming the first female Chief of Customs for the Cook Islands Customs Service.

Virtues in Paradise: Reviving what matters most

Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise

Easter is a holy season – honouring the sacrifice Jesus made by giving his life for humanity and celebrating that he rose from the dead, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.

Cook Islander at heart of world’s biggest school cultural show

Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

As the dust settled at the Manukau Sports Bowl at the end of the ASB Polyfest last week in Auckland, four women, including a Cook Islander, finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Church talk: Where have they taken the Lord?

Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The discovery of Jesus’ empty tomb by Mary Magdalene and others leads to confusion and a race for answers, but ultimately strengthens their faith through the women’s testimony and the risen Lord’s appearance to Mary, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of the Takamoa Theological College.

Resort leads the way for Earth Hour

Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

Several businesses and households across Rarotonga participated in Earth Hour on Saturday by turning off their lights for an hour.

Letter: Responsible ownership, not bans!

Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I am struggling to comprehend the rationale behind the recent list of prohibited dog breeds released to the public by the Police department.

DJ trio drops new single, announces 2024 gigs

Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features

Coco House Bros, the DJ trio known for their electrifying fusion of tech, disco, and afro house music, is back with a bang, releasing their long-awaited single “Mana” while unveiling an exciting lineup of gigs for 2024.

Letter: Church setup- Mamae e ngakau

Wednesday 27 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Last Sunday I went to Church, the Avarua Christian Church, a usual practice that I’ve done over many years growing up as a child from the village of Tupapa. As I approached the front steps of the Church, I noticed that the front had been upgraded and looked good. There were the usual men greeting arrivals and we exchanged pleasantries warmly.

Pet Talk: A delicious danger for dogs

Wednesday 27 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Dogs eat some funny things. Along with the more normal weird things like whole bones and baited fish hooks, I have seen sticks, kilograms of grass, stones, earrings, mango and peach seeds and corn cobs inside dogs, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.

Cook Islands secure narrow victory vs Tonga to end campaign on a high

Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Cook Islands held on to clinch a narrow 1-0 victory against hosts Tonga in a tight final match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 – Qualifying yesterday.

Letter: Promoting sustainable and organic farming

Tuesday 26 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Kiriau Turepu used to be the minister for agriculture and environment and had at the time the unique opportunity to turn the islands into an organic self-sustaining producer (Fertiliser shortage threatens crops, says former Agriculture minister, March 22).

Adrianna storms to victory at BSP Women’s Triathlon

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon

The Cook Islands Triathlon Association held the very popular BSP Women’s Triathlon on Saturday.