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Rugby’s rising stars set to battle
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The age group Rip 7s championship to be played on Tuesday will set the stage for this weekend’s Raro Sevens tournament.
The potential benefits of the regional trade deal
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
PACER Plus, a trade and development agreement including Australia and New Zealand and a majority of Pacific Forum Island Countries (FICs), presents important opportunities for business and government to drive economic recovery and regional integration. Jim Redden from Devpolicy Blog writes.
‘Tourism desperate but it must learn from this crisis’
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Go Local
News of successful Covid-19 vaccine trials have raised hopes in the Pacific that the hard-hit tourism industry will begin to re-open in 2021, yet questions remain as to how it should be revived in general.
Official recognised for 50 years of public service
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Tamarii Tutangata, who has worked closely with all former Cook Islands leaders, calls it a day. By Melina Etches.
Football’s top four confirmed
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Puaikura and Titikaveka premier men’s teams have made it into the semifinals after beating Avatiu FC and Matavera FC in the knockouts on Saturday.
OPINION: Personal health is the best defence against Covid-19
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Giving children lollies is not a treat, it’s like a drug that leads to a slippery slope of addiction and obesity. By Ruta Mave.
Mitiaro turns focus to domestic tourism
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
With visitors from Rarotonga and Aitutaki heading to Mitiaro, the island’s mayor believes domestic tourism is what they need for much-needed economic development.
Fiji's main opposition party chooses a new leader
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Fiji, Regional
Viliame Gavoka has been appointed the new leader of Fiji's Social Democratic Liberal Party after the party's board meeting on Saturday.
Samoa Residents claim inaugural Tri-Nations title
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Samoa Residents last night claimed the 2020 Tri Nations Series after beating Cook Islands Residents 28-20.
The best things in life are often right under our noses
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Weekend
The internet has brought the world closer together. If you want to see the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Statue of Liberty in New York, Google will show you the way in a matter of seconds. However, nothing compares to going to a place for the very first time and feeling, smelling, hearing and tasting everything around you as Katrina Tanirau found out in Nga Pu Toru (Atiu, Mitiaro and Mauke) and Mangaia.
Avana coastal protection – it’s in the bag
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Local environment group Te Ipukarea Society is trying to prevent the Avana lagoon claiming back what was taken. By Kelvin Passfield.
‘Agent Tetava’ at your service
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown was recognised as the new leader of the country and Minister of Police at a special parade in his honour.
Tri Nations showdown set for Friday
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The winner of Friday's clash between Cook Islands Residents and Samoa Residents will claim the inaugural Tri Nations series title.
OPINION: The case against PACER Plus - the regional free trade agreement
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
PACER Plus, the regional free trade agreement, will come into force next month. In this first of a three-article series, Adam Wolfenden of Trade Justice Campaigner for the Pacific Network on Globalisation writes about the case against this trade deal.
Barge granted permission to berth at Avatiu
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The new barge MV Taunga Nui acquired by Cook Islands General Transport has been granted permission to berth at the Avatiu Port.
Excitement builds for Sevens tournament
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Twenty-one teams registered and confirmed to play at rugby sevens tournament starting on December 4.
Barge crew swab tests needed before disembarkment
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
MV Taunga Nui crew members will be required to stay on board the barge while Te Marae Ora takes swab tests.
Mare reels in winner with 165.6 kg marlin
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Tearoa (Boof) Mare hooked the winning fish out from the seawall on boat Ikurangi using an island lure to claim the top prize at the CITC Woodstock Fishing Tournament.
The story of MV Taunga Nui
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Derek Fox | Published in Editorials, Opinion
The MV Taunga Nui - owned by Cook Islands General Transport - will arrive in Rarotonga on Thursday after a two-week long delivery voyage from Australia. Derek Fox writes about the vessel and its planned role to support projects in the Pa Enua.
LGBTQ+ groups slam bill deferral
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
LGBTQ+ rights groups say the fight for equal rights will continue, despite further delays put up by elected officials.
