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Anuanua Festival kicks off with dazzling wearable art competition
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
In a fusion of art, fashion, and innovation, the dazzling Anuanua Wearable Art Piece competition took centre stage this week, captivating the judges and audience with its exceptional display of creativity and skill.
Netball titans set to clash in round two
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The second round of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition promises to deliver thrilling matches as the top teams vie for supremacy on the court.
42 years strong: Maori Auri Tinman Race celebrates rich legacy
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
Cook Island Triathlon Association will be holding their annual Maori Auri Tinman Race for the 42nd time this afternoon.
Eleven vying for CISNOC Sec-Gen role
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) received 11 applications for the Secretary General position and is finalising the appointment with Owen Lewis acting until a replacement is chosen.
Panthers and Sea Eagles collide in crucial match
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As rugby league enthusiasts gear up for another thrilling weekend of action, all eyes are on the premier men’s clash between the Tupapa Panthers and the Ngatangiia/Matavera Sea Eagles.
Church Talk: Our pursuit of God requires grit
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
I have learnt over the years that progress is neither swift nor easy and that success requires grit, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Letter: Is UN seat worth the risk?
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, We like to think that we march to the beat of our own drums when it comes to our lives but do we?
Eight Rarotonga bridges to undergo maintenance: ICI
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will be carrying out remedial works on the island’s eight bridges, including culvert structures, in the coming months.
Cook Islands and Bangladesh establish diplomatic relations
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh formalised diplomatic relations via an Exchange of Note Verbales via respective Ministries of Foreign Affairs.
‘High risk offender’ remanded in custody
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A young woman was remanded in custody after Probation Services informed the court that she was a high risk offender.
Australia’s Gender Equality Ambassador here to discuss key issues
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Australia’s Ambassador for Gender Equality, Stephanie Copus Campbell, is visiting the Cook Islands from April 11–15 to discuss issues including the elimination of gender-based violence, economic equality and security, health and political participation.
Rarotonga residents push back on water tariff plan
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National
A public meeting about potential water tariffs received mixed reactions, with some attendees concerned about affordability and others in favour of charging businesses.
Social media campaign to unearth players paying dividends for Cooks
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
From Asia to the Netherlands, the Cook Islands national team is casting its net ever wider in search of players. Craig Stephen reports.
Letter: Don’t touch our New Zealand ties!
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I write with palpable gloom and deep concern about this subject matter (Referendum needed to decide UN membership, says Elikana, Cook Islands News, April 6). We need to sift through the issues carefully and be able to anticipate the full consequences.
Cook Islands champion women in Pacific fisheries
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
Cook Islands is committed to empowering small-scale fish entrepreneurs in the region, particularly women, by removing barriers to market access, says Minister Vainetutai Rose Toki-Brown.
Shining a light on the solar system
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Nikao Marae 4 students have created stunning interactive scientific models to demonstrate their understanding of the solar system.
Cook Islands women find strength and healing at Empowerment Retreat
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Aotearoa New Zealand’s renowned social media influencer and podcaster Nicola “Nix” Adams has been inspiring empowerment and fulfilment in women on Rarotonga and Aitutaki.
Anuanua Week kicks off with art, pride, and powerful discussions
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Anuanua Week will officially open tomorrow evening with a brilliant display of Art Installations and Wearable Art Piece competitions, showcased by models on the catwalk and talented designers.
Suspended sentence for deportee
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
An unemployed man ‘who lives off the land’ has been convicted and given a four-month suspended sentence for dangerous driving and being unlawfully found.
Proposal to regulate turtle tour industry ‘welcomed’
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National
Government agencies are considering regulating the turtle tour industry through a licensing system to manage it after a public consultation showed support for the idea.
