
Local articles
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Strengthening Pacific turtle knowledge
The South Pacific is home to a number of migratory sea turtle species, including green and hawksbill turtles found in…
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Listening for the lost Titi Rakorakoa of Enuamanu
Seabird monitoring efforts for species we rarely see continued this year on the land of the birds, Enuamanu, Atiu. The…
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Don’t get wasted this Christmas
The festive season brings joy, family get-togethers, and memorable celebrations for many of us in the Cook Islands. Unfortunately it…
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Questions mount as mining company exits the Cook Islands
Several months ago, rumours were circulating at the International Seabed Authority meeting in Jamaica that Belgian company, Global Seabed Resources…
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Northern Group islands veterinary trek: A journey of collaboration, care, and community
Earlier in November, Dr Katie Bird and I had the privilege of representing Te Are Manu on a remarkable veterinary…
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Youth Rangers lead the call for stream protection
Photo: The recent Youth Rangers programme, stemming curiosity to conservation in stream science. Photo Credit: Nicole Fuchs On October 31, 2025,…
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Deep-seabed mining: A question of faith and creation care
Image: Page from the book ‘Unbroken’ or ‘Motukore’ showing how our tupuna, and some fishers now, demonstrate living in harmony with…
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A grave concern
Photo: The way Turama was 60 years ago when we adopted our Constitution. All natural. Every year, as the first of…
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Sustainable development: A contradiction in practice
The phrase sustainable development suggests sensible progress — meeting today’s needs without harming the ability of future generations to meet theirs. This…
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Teaching teens the value of reusable period products
Towards the end of September, Te Ipukarea Society’s Project Officer, Akeina (Ake) Tairea, together with Mary McDonald, led an interactive…
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Citizen Science turtle tracking reaches the shores of Maʻuke
Te Ipukarea Society’s Project Officer Akeina Tairea had a valuable opportunity to work alongside Apii Maʻuke students to share more…
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Maʻuke welcomes Tumu the octopus and raises awareness for ocean protection
Ma’uke community welcomed a unique visitor, Tumu, a large inflatable pink octopus with a powerful environmental message.
