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Aitutaki debuts, young paddlers make a splash at annual Vaka Iti
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Despite a few showers, the weather cooperated for the Cook Islands Canoeing Association’s (CICA) annual Vaka Iti schools oe vaka competition held last week at Muri Beach.
Sea Eagles soar to dramatic draw
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The week nine of Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition brought intense clashes and thrilling moments as teams battled it out for crucial wins, aiming to solidify their positions in the league table.
Letter: Future of netball at stake
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
I just found out at the weekend that the Rarotonga club netball season for grades below premier will run for one round.
Letter: Taxpayers already pay, why meters?
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, According to Cook Islands News report (12th April, 2024), the consultant Dan Jackson has stated that our entire population is already paying for water through taxes. Indeed, to quote Mr. Jackson “… the reason domestic taxes are higher today is because part of them goes towards funding water services.”
Ruta Mave: Are we ready for the UN high chair?
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The American president JF Kennedy said “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what can you do for your country.” Our Prime Minister’s motto appears to be “Ask every country you meet what can they do for our country”, writes Ruta Mave.
Anuanua Festival marks historic shift towards equality in the Cook Islands
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Cook Islands celebrated the first anniversary of decriminalising same-sex relations with an art exhibition and speeches that highlighted the progress made towards a more inclusive society.
Inmate seeks Chief Justice to hear case
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who is serving time in prison for threatening to burn down a house and a car last year is before the court again for a charge of assault with intent to injure.
Spy film type thing: Alarm grows over Cook Islands cryptocurrency bill
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Environment, National, Technology
Alarm is growing over proposed Cook Islands legislation, drafted by a US-based company, which could validate hacking into any account or system in the world, writes Barbara Dreaver, Pacific Correspondent 1News.
Solar power battery repairs ‘could take up to 12 months’
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands, Technology
Repairs to the solar power system in the northern group islands could take up to a year and residents need to conserve their power useage, says the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM).
Tikotikoca wins Anuanua Wearable Art Piece Competition
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
Quincy Tikotikoca won the first-placing award in the 2024 Anuanua Wearable Art Piece competition for her stunning gown modelled by Kelera Ratu.
Roadworks prioritised by funding
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) is asking for public patience as road works are prioritised based on available funding, with Nikao backroad rehabilitation and various link road upgrades planned in the coming financial year.
A sea of blue: Community rallies behind autism awareness
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Nukutere and the local community embraced “Blue Day” yesterday by dressing up in colour to demonstrate their support for Autism Cook Islands and its initiatives, programmes.
Man fined, disqualified after drunk driving crash
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Tepa Tangata O Tongareva Kelly was ordered to pay a fine of $134 after being convicted for excess blood alcohol.
Fertiliser shipment expected in Rarotonga by mid-May
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Shipment for a container of fertiliser to Rarotonga has been arranged and it is expected to arrive by mid-May if not earlier, says the Ministry of Agriculture.
Virtues in Paradise: Finding strength through shared stories
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
One of the most life-changing, nurturing, and delightful women’s gatherings I’ve ever experienced occurred in Rarotonga on April 4th and 5th at The Edgewater Hotel. Piri’anga O’onu Women’s Empowerment Retreat (POWER!) featuring the divine, profane, and inspiring social media celebrity, Nicola “Nix” Adams, who shared her guiding virtues of CWK – Courage, Wisdom, and Knowledge, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
Letter: CIFA credibility
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
As a parent of two young children playing soccer, I was appalled at what I saw on Facebook written by a CIFA staff by the name of Sammy Mataroa.
Letter: Brawl erupts in netball match
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Re: Ngatangiia versus Titikaveka premier grade incident involving players. Last weekend netball games started and what an exciting season it promises for all the clubs.
Te Ipukarea Society: Who wants to be a plastic Maori?
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
For the past six weeks, Te Ipukarea Society has been assisting the National Environment Service develop a project aimed at reducing single use plastics (SUPs) in the food and beverage industry of the Cook Islands.
Thomas Wynne: Responding to my call home
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Shaming others who can’t speak the language, who are trying to learn, by maligning them in person or online with cruel and crippling words like ‘plastic’ is wrong, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Faith and family fuel new bakery
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Go Local, Hot on the Rock
Avarua Bakery has ventured into a brand new and exciting bakery retail business after the Covid-19 pandemic forced closure of their previous retail venture.
