Editor's Pick

‘Please heed the signs’: resident makes plea to tourists

Wednesday 20 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editor's Pick, Local, National, Travel

A resident of Vaimaanga in Titikaveka is calling on tourists to heed the warning signs that have been put in place for their own safety.

Editor's Pick


Te Maeva Nui – ‘the greatest celebration’

Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Editor's Pick, Entertainment, Features, National

Quick Facts Month: July-August Venue: National Auditorium Duration: 10 days Layout: Mix Event Sponsorship Target: $100,000 - $200,000.

Art


Cook Islands businesses receive $7 million in Government loans

Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Editor's Pick, National

Government loaned approximately $7 million to Cook Islands businesses during the Covid-19 period in 2020 but questions remain over the recovery of these loans.

Economy


‘Rare’ sighting of New Zealand fur seal in Rarotonga’s lagoon

Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Editor's Pick, Environment, National

A juvenile New Zealand fur seal was sighted swimming in Rarotonga’s lagoon this week, says Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).

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Super disappointed: CINSF member loses $10k in negative return

Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Editor's Pick, National

Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) has been exposed to ‘multiple shocks’ in the market, but a member has expressed his disbelief at the size of the losses.

Economy


Family remembers ‘hero’ mother

Thursday 5 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Editor's Pick, Local, National

A mother who drowned attempting to save her 11-year-old daughter has been hailed a “hero”.

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Petrol prices drop but consumers urged to remain wary

Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Editor's Pick, National

Petrol prices will decrease from today by about 10 per cent, but the Price Tribunal chairman Louis Enoka is urging consumers not to get too far ahead of themselves.

Economy


Missing teenager: ‘We’re not sure whether he is still alive’

Tuesday 15 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Editor's Pick, Features, Local, National

Parents of a 19-year-old male who has been missing since late July fear their son is dead.

Editor's Pick