Editorials
PET TALK: The science behind snoozing cats
Wednesday 23 June 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
I often feel jealous when I see a cat sleeping – why can’t I nap that often? Cats really are living their best lives, but why do they sleep so much? Dr Ellen McBryde explains.
LETTER: Differing ideas as to what Koutu Nui means
Tuesday 22 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Letters for June 22, 2021
Relying on tourism alone is myopic and shortsighted, Demos say
Tuesday 22 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
When the government talks of a Budget of Revival what actually does it mean? By Leader of the Opposition Tina Pupuke Browne.
OPINION: Comprehending the feelings of ‘empty nesters’
Monday 21 June 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
My son lives full time with me, as a solo parent and provider, it has made us a tighter unit. He’s more like my roomie, companion, writes Ruta Mave.
Progress, not perfection, for Plastic Free July
Friday 18 June 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Plastic Free July is just around the corner and honestly it could not come any sooner, writes Te Ipukarea Society.
OPINION: The power of Parliament
Friday 18 June 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
When a Parliament sits at the convenience of its Government, or the Opposition spends its question time praising the government, or when Members of the Parliament can hold a full-time job and also collect a Parliamentary salary, or when success is measured by the announcement that they can now wear pareu on a Friday and a flower in their hair, what does that say about us who elect them, let alone the health of our 56 year old democracy? By Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
OPINION: Violence against women in Pacific politics
Wednesday 16 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
As with their sisters around the world, many women in the Pacific are victims of violence. While much of this violence occurs within the family, a sociocultural environment accustomed to violence against women has repercussions for women’s participation in public life. By Ancuta Hansen.
OPINION: Diversification of the economy ‘is a long-term goal’, PM says
Tuesday 15 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
With Air New Zealand operating six flights a week as of this weekend and up to 11 flights a week currently scheduled as of July, our tourist numbers will only grow, bringing in much-needed dollars to stimulate our national economy for the benefit of all our people, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
OPINION: Families need to speak up to protect their children
Monday 14 June 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Too many times our women have taken the stand to file charges only to be ridiculed by the defense lawyer. They are the man’s man if you want to get out of sexual charges, with their main cry of “What was she wearing? She was asking for it”, writes Ruta Mave.
Karika Palace hosts Te Ipukarea Society’s 25th birthday celebrations
Friday 11 June 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Last Wednesday night was the 25th birthday celebration and 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) and it was celebrated in style at the beautiful Karika Palace, Ngarurutu.
OPINION: Be the leader you want to follow
Friday 11 June 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Knowing as many of us do that in so many jurisdictions around the Pacific and at home, the subtle bribery of position or job and the benefit this can bring to a whole family can ‘quiet’ the need for justice, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
OPINION: Pet Talk: Heartworm, the silent killer
Wednesday 9 June 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Heartworm disease is a major health issue for dogs in the Cook Islands, but many pet owners remain unaware of its existence and severity. Dr Ellen McBryde explains.
OPINION: Govt continues to spend ‘unnecessarily’
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
It was a proud moment for the country when 20 years ago the Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) began operations following the merger of the Cook Islands Development Bank and the Post Office Savings Bank. Yet high interest rates continue to plague borrowers in the Cook Islands, writes Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne.
OPINION: Live and let live
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Is the world going mad? Are we making mountains out of mole hills? Can we not say or do anything anymore without offending anyone and if we do must it be the worst thing in the world? By Ruta Mave.
OPINION: Are leaders born or made?
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Leaders in 2021 who connect, who are compassionate and are teachable and led, are leaders who have the tools and vision to voyage us through the storms, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
OPINION: From humble beginnings to Te Ipukarea Society’s silver jubilee
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
A 25th anniversary is known as a silver jubilee and this year sees Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) celebrating that significant milestone.
OPINION: The Plight of the Kiwi and the Parrot Fish
Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Describing herself as one of those pesky Kiwi’s that keep coming back to the Cook Islands, NZ-based freelance writer and artist Susan Allen is concerned about the local environment, and whether tourists are truly welcome.
OPINION: Focus on reducing barriers to private sector success, PM says
Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
A recession is not the time to cut government spending, it is a time when government is expected to front up and stimulate the economy, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
OPINION: Be an upstanding citizen, say no to bullying
Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Those who say sticks and stones will break your bones, but names will never hurt you have never been held to ransom by a verbal bully, writes Ruta Tangiiau Mave, highlighting the ongoing discrimination faced by the LGBTQ+ community.
OPINION: Thank you Te Marae Ora and New Zealand
Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
No matter what you believe or not, we must take advantage of the vaccination rollout programme to protect ourselves and each other from a virus that continues to ravage parts of the world, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.
