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Hope amidst despair
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
A latest survey shows 74 per cent of businesses in the Cook Islands are confident that they will survive the Covid-19 crisis.
Herman nominated for Deep Sea Heroes
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Alex Herman, the Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Commissioner, has been shortlisted for the Deep Sea Heroes Award in the Innovation for The Depths category.
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.
Clubs to honour legend Maradona ahead of Men's premier action
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
In honour of the late Diego Armando Maradona and in solidarity with his family and everyone who loved him so much, the flags at Cook Islands Football Association headquarters are being flown at half-mast.
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.
The queen of happiness
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
At 92, Te Maeu O Te Rangi Teikamata Ariki Mii O’Bryan is the oldest and one of the longest reigning royals in the Cook Islands. Mama Mii hesitantly accepted the title in 1985 but has grown into the role, doing her best for the people. Losirene Lacanivalu met the island’s queen on her first-ever visit to Mitiaro.
OPINION ‘Corruption is never bold; it is always subtle’
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
We should never be silent when those in power abuse that power for their own benefit, writes Thomas Wynne.
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.
Barge crew return negative Covid tests
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Crew onboard MV Taunga Nui all returned negative results after being tested for Covid-19 yesterday.
Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Time to turn on the tap, but it’s not that simple
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Weekend
It has been a bumpy ride, but work on Rarotonga’s revamped water system is nearing an end. From the outset, elected leaders were committed to delivering potable water to residents. Cleaner water is now coming through the taps, but it’s not up to international drinking standards yet. Te Mato Vai project manager Peter Free is committed to seeing the ultimate goal become a reality. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.
Face masks included in Covid-19 law
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
The country’s ongoing response to Covid-19 was front and centre at the last Parliament sitting for the year.
Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
An extra special day for Nukutere College prize giving
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Layered in a tower of ei’s, Nukutere College Dux of the Year Zhera Moetaua had to be guided back to her seat by classmates at the school’s prize giving day. The annual awards held at the St Joseph’s Hall yesterday was no different from any other. Parents, families and friends who attended the special day […]
Stepping up their ‘floral game’
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Nine schools participated in the Mire Tiare competition that wrapped up on Thursday.
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.
LETTERS: Delaying debate on same-sex rights
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"The government’s deferral of accepting same sex relationships will make them the laughing stock, so to speak, of the world."
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.
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