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Resort leads the way for Earth Hour

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

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Aussie artist reconnects with Cook Islands roots

A Cook Islands Australian female artist is learning first-hand about Cook Islands cultural practices while working with one of the country’s cultural icons.

DJ trio drops new single, announces 2024 gigs

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.

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Rotaract Rarotonga gears up for ‘Great Easter Eggs-capade’

Rotaract Rarotonga is kicking off the year of activities with a fun-filled event this weekend.

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Students champion sustainability at annual Te Tateni Korero Māori

Titikaveka College held its annual Te Tateni Korero Māori, Māori Speech Competition, centered around the theme of “Mana Tiaki – Tiaki e te akono i to tatou Matakeinanga (Regenerative Tourism – Guardians of our Environment, Culture & Ways)”.

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Preserving paradise: Cook Islands shares ra’ui knowledge in Hawai’i

Representatives from the Cook Islands are participating in the University of Hawai’i Rāhui (Ra’ui) Workshop to learn more about traditional ra’ui management systems for marine resources.

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Kermode soars towards dream

Fuelled by a passion for aviation and a relentless drive to conquer the skies, a determined 18-year-old Kanoa Kermode has set his sights on joining the Australian Defence Force (ADF) next month, with the ultimate goal of becoming a pilot.

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Churchtalk: Taking control of your circumstances

A beautiful and powerful message, most appropriate and relevant at controlling compelling or confrontational situations, conditions, age and time, was preached by Elder Peter Graham of the Apostolic Church of Rarotonga on Sunday 10/03/24.

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12 compete for Te Mire Atu Composer of the Year

In celebration of original Cook Islands compositions, 12 upcoming and experienced song writers will be battling in the esteemed Tauranga Vananga Ministry of Cultural Development Te Mire Atu Composer of the Year competition next week.

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Open invitation to attend the Memorial of Christ’s death

Jehovah’s Witnesses in Rarotonga are inviting the whole Cook Islands community to join them for the 2024 commemoration of Jesus Christ’s death at sundown on Sunday, March 24.

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The monumental task of fixing our land laws

The Cook Islands Ministry of Justice is reforming land laws to deal with issues like absentee landowners and fragmented ownership, but the proposals are facing criticism for not being clear and for not respecting traditional customs.

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Resort set to unveil renovated pool area

An Arorangi-based resort is reopening its renovated pool area after guest-friendly closures for upgrades, offering complimentary Wi-Fi and breakfast as thanks for patience.

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Church Talk: Bear with one another in love

While women and children are suffering in the war zones today, do we find our own women at peace or do we have wars happening in our own backyards? Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church writes.

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Apprenticeship aims to end need for overseas plumbing training

The Cook Islands is starting a plumbing and drainage apprenticeship programme this year to give locals opportunities in the trade and reduce the need to go overseas for training.

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Cook Islander credits NZ Defence Force for turning life around, encourages youth to join

Cook Islander Tom Harrison Junior is counting his blessings, saying that joining the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) got him moving forward in his career and life.

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Ashton brothers facilitate return of heirlooms, seek to build museum on Aitutaki

Priceless stone pre-European artefacts will be returned to the Cook Islands later this year.

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Celebrating progress: Cook Islands women share stories of success

The International Day of Women was celebrated across Rarotonga including workplaces celebrating the theme of ‘Te Vaine kia turu’ia: Tupu’anga kia Tere – Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress and Inspire Inclusion’.

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‘The Aitutaki secret …’ How canoes evolved (and almost sank) for sailing

The design of Cook Islands vaka has changed so much over the years that it’s difficult to speak of a ‘traditional canoe design’ as the Aitutaki canoe demonstrates, writes Rod Dixon.

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A novel idea: Rankin considers Raro romance after Rebus rest

Renowned Scottish novelist Sir Ian Rankin with some of his books at the Cook Islands Library and Museum yesterday. RASHNEEL KUMAR/24030863

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Church talk: God can help us in hard times

Have you ever wondered why bad things happen to good people? ‘Why?’ is one of the most asked questions in life. It is simple and direct, yet we do not always get a stringboard answer, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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Balancing motherhood and studies: Tatuava-Taripo’s inspiring journey to serve her community

From early motherhood and years of perseverance and sacrifice, inspiring and determined Aleyna-Joy Tatuava-Taripo, 34, has triumphed in law after being admitted to the bar in the Cook Islands High Court last week.

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Beyond the numbers: How tourism benefits everyday life in the Cook Islands

January saw a record breaking 10,368 visitors arrive on our shores. They’re staying longer, and spending more on average. But what do these facts and figures look like in the daily lives of Cook Islanders? Cook Islands News journalist Candice Luke spoke to locals about how the tourist dollar is affecting them, their families, and their businesses right now.

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