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Tupapa ready for OFC challenge
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga FC has arrived in Honiara, Solomon Islands, ready to take on the region’s best in the 2025 OFC Men’s Champions League.
Smoke signals
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals
It must be tough for our local cinema with online streaming so respect to the Napa family for keeping it going through these trying times.
Letter: ‘Stop being hypocrites’
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Reading Trev Pitt (Cook Islands News 25/3/25) going on about the shortage of Police, he makes it sound like a recent issue.
Cook Islands and Czech Republic commit to strengthening collaboration
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Ambassador Jana Tyrer of the Czech Republic formally presented her Letters of Credence to the Cook Islands Head of State, Sir Tom Marsters, Representative of King Charles III, on Wednesday last week.
Rarotonga households meet hygiene standards in initial Tutaka inspections
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Health, National
Despite some minor exceptions, the Tutaka programme inspections in Rarotonga have generally found well-maintained households and no major health issues have been identified so far.
Beautification project planned for historic departure point of Great Canoes
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
To honour and preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Cook Islands, the Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka Ama, has announced plans to beautify the historic Avana spot.
Cook Islands Police upskill officers amid staff shortages
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
Despite ongoing staff shortages, the Cook Islands Police Service remains committed to upskilling its officers, with a two-week training programme underway earlier this week.
Chamber of Commerce launches workshop to empower local businesses
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce will today begin the delivery of the Business Roadmap 90-Day Action Plan Workshop aimed at empowering participants to set clear, actionable goals.
Court news
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The case of Travis Andrew Edwards has been adjourned until April 10.
Community and culture take spotlight in Cook Islands Tourism discussions
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism is holding focus group sessions to gather input for its new tourism plan, moving from growth-focused to sustainable tourism.
Daycare apologises, refunds fees after mum raises safety concerns
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A concerned mother withdrew her children from a daycare centre due to safety concerns, leading to a staff member being let go and the daycare administration acknowledging shortcomings in supervision and safety measures.
Letoa steps up to lead U21netball side to World Cup
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The former assistant coach of the Cook Islands under-21 netball team has been appointed the new national head coach for the Netball World Youth Cup in September.
Women’s national team kicks off campaign for OFC Nations Cup
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The journey to the OFC Women’s Nation Cup kicked off Monday night as the women’s national team training squad assembled for their first session at CIFA under the leadership of newly appointed head coach, Angela Wallbank.
NGO chair addresses students on climate change
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Nicolea Mateariki | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands non-governmental organisation Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s chairman Dr Teina Rongo was on the island of Atiu earlier this month to present about climate change.
Pet Talk: Heartworm disease in dogs
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Heartworm disease is a condition that affects dogs and is caused by the parasitic worm Dirofilaria immitis, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Students embark on entrepreneurial journey with revived YES programme
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
In a fast-evolving job market, Tereora College students are increasingly seeking ways to bridge the gap between academic theory and practical application.
‘He was like a brother’: Judge-alone trial hears victim's testimony in indecent assault case
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, National
The Cook Islands High Court is hearing a case where a woman alleges indecent assault by the defendant, whom she considered a brother figure, while the defence is arguing that she consented.
Electricity supplier TAU implements new technology
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National, Technology
Te Aponga Uira (TAU) is introducing two new pieces of technology in the first half of 2025, both critical to providing reliable electricity to its 6000 customers, the electricity provider said in a statement.
Rarotonga schools prepare for biennial Culture Festival
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Teitimoana Tairi | Published in Culture, Education, National
Hundreds of students are gearing up for the Cook Islands’ biggest school Culture Festival, which takes place every two years and will be held this year on April 9 and 10, at the National Auditorium.
‘Political sidelining’ fuels Mangaia’s push for independent development
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands, Politics
Mangaia’s traditional leaders are taking the island’s development into their own hands, citing years of neglect and political sidelining as reasons for seeking alternative solutions.
