Wednesday 9 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
Award winning photographer Charlotte Piho had five of her photos featured alongside many of Australia’s most respected artists on the sails of the Sydney Opera House to mark World Oceans Day.
Wednesday 9 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National
As of Tuesday evening, 618 Rarotonga residents had received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine at Rarotonga hospital
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Education, National
A Year Nine female student from Tereora College was last week told by one of her teachers not to return to school until her braided hair extensions were taken out.
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Education, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown shares how becoming a school prefect about 40 years ago helped him recognise his abilities as a leader.
Friday 4 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
After a year of closure, the Marine Life and Eco Centre is open again and ready to share with the community a wide range of old as well as new exhibits.
Thursday 3 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Kiwi tourists are back, and stall owners and small businesses are greeting them with renowned Cook Islands hospitality.
Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Even with the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, reigning Miss Cook Islands and Miss Oceania Tajiya Sahay has had an eventful year at home.
Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
An overload of dogs in need of a home is placing pressure on the SPCA Animal Shelter in Vaimaanga.
Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Rarotonga-based fishing charter businesses have started reeling in customers once more after the Cook Islands borders opened to tourists from New Zealand about a fortnight ago.
Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A ‘community day’ at a resort in Titikaveka has featured an excellent display of natural resources being put to good use.
Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National, Technology
The first ever Rarotonga Electrical Vehicle Rally held on Sunday brought together young and adult participants who competed to raise funds for environmentally favoured initiatives./
Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
Transportation services around Rarotonga were forced to come to a grinding halt last year when border closures meant their main source of revenue, tourists, would no longer be around to hire out their rental cars and motorbikes.
Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The Nikao Social Centre has become a hive of activity as residents gather there daily before being transported to Rarotonga hospital for their first dose of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine.
Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
The Avarua CICC Church proceeded on Wednesday with cutting down six ironwood (toa) trees in preparation for what it described as a beautification project, which it expects will commence in two years.
Wednesday 26 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
A much needed expedition by a group of veterinarians to Aitutaki is underway to tend to the wild and free roaming cat population on the island.
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Cook Islanders and other residents who no doubt missed Punanga Nui’s lively ambience, woke up early to attend the Saturday market and see it regain its buzzing atmosphere.
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Features, Weekend
The local wedding industry witnessed the first international wedding in over a year on Thursday afternoon at the Pacific Resort Rarotonga.
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National
The Ngatangiia Wave Church hosted Dr Evangelene Wong on Saturday last week for a ‘Women and Wellbeing’ seminar and workshop.
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga residents were happy to welcome the second round of visitors from New Zealand at the International Airport Friday afternoon.
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
After claiming the Cook Islands Chilli Eating Competition, Samuel Thomas is getting his taste buds ready for the New Zealand comp.