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LETTER TO EDITOR: ‘We’ve to be cruel to be kind’
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Mahatma Gandhi acutely observed that “the greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”. The Saturday feature article on the SPCA shelter at Vaima’anga testifies that there are among us many citizens who do us proud in that respect. But, is it necessary to balance that against present reality? The picture of SPCA president and shelter manager David Pokia tenderly holding newborn pups is heartwarming. The story tells us that Mr Pokia takes 32 dogs each day on a morning stroll. Thirty-two mature dogs needing loving homes. Why would we add two more pups to that number when the chances of ever catching up on the adoption of homeless dogs, we know from years of experience, are pretty much zilch? Shakespeare, as well known to us as Mahatma Gandhi, said words to the effect that, sometimes, you have to be cruel to be kind. Allowing more homeless dogs to mature may seem kind, but is it kind to the dozens of mature dogs waiting for a family to adopt? (Name and address supplied)
Panthers after Eels’ winning streak
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon at Victoria Park.
Court briefs 17.03.2023
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who was found driving nearly six times over the legal breath alcohol limit will be sentenced by three Justices of the Peace. Ngatokoa Terepo appeared before Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro at the Criminal Court on Avarua on Thursday. He pleaded guilty to charges of driving with excess breath alcohol. Terepo was […]
Sharing the Cook Islands’ human rights story at World Pride event
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Val Wichman was a special guest at Sydney’s World Pride earlier this month. She talks to senior journalist Matthew Littlewood about the experience, and what Te Tiare Association, the Cook Islands LGBTQ+ advocacy organisation, wants to see happen in the Rainbow Community here.
Cooking up a storm for cyclone relief
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Derek Fox | Published in Local, National
A woman who was a civil servant responsible for one of the worst hit areas damaged by Cyclones Hale and Gabrielle on the eastern seaboard of Aotearoa, will be the guest speaker at a special dinner at Coastal Kitchen in Tupapa, next Saturday. Derek Fox reports.
Judge slams Cook Islands criminal justice system
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
The Cook Islands criminal justice system has been slammed by Justice Christopher Toogood in convicting and discharging a man following a lengthy period of frustration.
Public submissions open for major town project
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
The Panama beautification and Punanga Nui Market re-organisation project is gaining momentum with the National Environment Service yesterday announcing an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) permit application for public scrutiny.
Is the fate of our deep sea environment in the hands of the mining companies?
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, Local, National
For some, the issue of seabed mining is not yet on their radar. For others, it’s a topic that’s too technical to understand so their interest drifts elsewhere. There are those who have already been convinced mining is the way to go. Then there are others who don’t want mining to ever go ahead. The truth is we simply do not know enough to make that decision.
Stage set for Pursuit in Paradise
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Running, Sports
Numbers for next week’s BSP Aitutaki Marathon are small but international participants say the intimate event is exactly what has drawn them to run in paradise.
‘E Lupe’ all the way from Wale wins Te Mire Atu
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, National
Seven talented composers participated in Te Mire Atu 2023 Composers Competition held at The Edgewater Resort this week. The annual event celebrated the original Cook Islands compositions by cultural artists.
SPCA’s Volunteer house in line for an upgrade
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Local, National
The number of dogs residing at the Cook Islands SPCA shelter has nearly tripled in less than two years, while staff numbers are unchanged. Now, the organisation is turning to fixing up its volunteer house to attract more help.
No place for diminished views
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Opinion
Anti-Asian rhetoric and diminished views of others based on race or prejudice has no place in our country, in our churches, across our tables or online, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
Putting passion over profession
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, Local, National
Luisa Peters may be only 165 centimetres tall but she stands head and shoulders above many when it comes to her professional technique and strength. That goes for both weightlifting and the Police Service where the Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) Detective Constable has been a valued member of the team since 2019.
Breathing new life into an old facility
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, Local, National, Travel
Club Raro on Rarotonga has received a facelift in recent weeks as part of a combined effort to breathe new life into a facility constructed in the 1970s. Couple Tish and Owen Mete have been behind the two-month project.
Man guilty of injuring gets bail following night in custody
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man has been bailed after spending a night in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.
Cook Islands Football Association leadership dispute lands in court
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Football, National, Sports
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) leadership dispute has landed in Court, with ‘dismissed’ president Tiraa Arere filing for an immediate interim order to restore him to the top role.
Aitutaki resident puts pen to paper to realise 10-year newspaper dream
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Recognising an opportunity that takes dedication, hard work and thick skin, Aitutakian entrepreneur Alan Nanai has taken on producing the island’s Morning Star newspaper.
Woman faces arson charge in connection to house fire
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 39-year-old woman has appeared in Court charged with arson in connection to a house fire in Arorangi on Sunday night.
Lady Bears to host Lady Eels
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
An exciting battle is expected this afternoon when Lady Bears take on Lady Eels in the final match of round one in Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.
LETTER TO EDITOR: The number of cars on the island
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, In reply to the nameless letter “Redesigning our CBD” I would like to clarify a couple of things in this letter: Rarocars has only just taken over using this section. Very few if any trees have been cut down from this section since Herbie Pemberton had the lease in the 1990s. Almost without exception those people who complain about the number of cars on the island already have a car themselves ... I would also like to see fewer cars on the road but don’t those people who currently don’t have cars have the right to own a car? Regards, Don Carlaw Director Rarocars
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