Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Cook Islands Cricket Association men’s team has already begun their training for the International Men’s T20 World Sub-regional Qualifier in Samoa in August.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Being nominated to receive the King’s Honours Award in the coming year is a recognition of nurses in the Cook Islands, says director of Te Kainga O Pa Taunga, Mereana Taikoko
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
Bringing a newborn pet into your home or farm is a rewarding experience that comes with its own set of challenges and responsibilities, writes Dr Rose Hasegawa, medical director Te Are Manu Vet Clinic.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Entertainment, National, Parliament
Cook Islands government is keeping its fingers crossed as it awaits the decision of the Pacific Arts Council regarding the host of the 2032 Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament, Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne says the Democratic Party MPs have no desire to re-join the ‘Cook Islands Party/Coalition Public Accounts Committee’ after resigning last month over difference of opinion.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Livestock deworming is the most requested assistance made to the Ministry of Agriculture from livestock farmers and so far, over 120 pigs and goats have been dewormed in Rarotonga.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Crime, National
Burglaries are spiking in Rarotonga with two more break-ins reported yesterday by Vili’s Burger Joint in Matavera and Next Shipment in Arorangi.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown says police will now focus on policing matters while the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) manages their finances to improve budget management and staff retention.
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, National, Regional
After 10 days of culture, tradition, and kinship, the “world’s largest family reunion” and celebration of indigenous Pacific culture came to an end, with a poignant but low-key closing ceremony in Hawai’i, last night.
Monday 10 June 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
If at first you don’t succeed, then try, try, try again. Then if you don’t succeed read the instructions. This has been the answer to my latest attempt at trying race walking, writes Ruta Mave.
Monday 10 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my disappointment and concern regarding recent developments that may have implications for the Cook Islands and its people.
Monday 10 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, National
The Cook Islands huts at the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC) are proving popular, with most crafts selling out on Friday, the first day of the Festival Village at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center in Honolulu.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports
Standing at 6’4, Cook Islander Jason Vaka is doing what he loves best, scouting for the untapped talent of young lads in the Pacific to sign up for the unique path of the USA College Scholarships and National Football League (NFL).
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Opinion
Father and son, mother and daughter, brothers in arms and soul sisters, there is something about family. The bonds of blood are thicker than the resumes of other worthy candidates. Questioning the presence of nepotism in CISNOC (Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee) is like asking if the Pope is Catholic?
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, With 30 to 40 vacancies for new Police officers, what is needed now is new Police staffing infrastructure, not more buildings and non-urgent infrastructure.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Economy, National, Parliament, Travel
Cook Islands welcomes any airline interested in flying to the country, especially those that can expand the country’s reach to North America and Europe, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, Local, National
Over a week ago, a number of local bank customers were left with zero balances in their accounts leading up to Mother’s Day on May 11. A local vendor stepped in to help put a smile on their faces.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament, Politics
A monetary fine will be imposed on anyone who breaches the Manatua Cable Protection Bill 2024.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament, Politics
Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere says there is a process for each bill that goes through Parliament before it becomes law.
Monday 20 May 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
Volunteer firefighter Tahiti Isaaka has triumphantly “nailed” her second attempt at Firefighters Sky Tower Challenge 2024 in Aotearoa New Zealand on Friday (Cook Islands time) to raise funds for blood cancer.