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Surfs up at the Boiler
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Surfers and bodyboarders plus one stand-up paddler made the most of what were rare waves pounding at the iconic Boiler yesterday outside Avarua harbour. A group of between 15 and 20 visiting and local surfers and bodyboarders headed out to play in the waves which werent enormous or smooth but loads of fun. While there […]
Tiraa family reunite in Matavera
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
More than 100 family members from across the Cook Islands, Australia and New Zealand have gathered at Takitumu this week all descendants of Tuakana Mataiapo Tutara Tuakana Tiraa. The Tuakana Tiraa family has spent many rainy days tracing its roots and following the many branches of the family tree to current family members. More than […]
Cash gift to Te Kainga appreciated
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
An anonymous contributor has given a timely donation to Te Kainga Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, delivering $1000 to the not-for-profit organisation just before Christmas. Te Kainga director Mereana Taikoko said the donation was a welcome injection to the services coffers for the holiday season. She said the centre did not ask for donations, especially […]
Quake heroes due soon
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
The Cook Islands is anticipating its Christchurch Heroes will begin making the journey over from New Zealand early in the New Year. The 50 heroes and their partners will begin making their way over to Rarotonga from late January or early February for their all-expenses-paid holiday in the Cook Islands. The heroes will come in […]
Quiz for animals
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
A quiz night is being planned by the Esther Honey Foundation Animal Clinic to raise money for the neutering, treatment and care of Rarotongas animals. The quiz is scheduled for Saturday January 14 at the Tang Tapas Bar in Arorangis Crown Beach Resort and Spa from 6.30pm. It has an animal fancy dress theme and […]
New machines for Sudso winners
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Jason and Thomas Potoru are slowly becoming their mothers good luck charm. After winning a couple of small prizes in their time, the brothers have now won themselves a washing machine for the family. Their mother Tapita Potoru said the pair was usually lucky, but this was the biggest thing they had won so far. […]
The year that was - quotes
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
"Yes, I had them cut them down. The thing is, if you do something, you get criticised. If you dont, you get criticised. Im willing to take that responsibility. Safety comes first for our people and for our tourists." January 7: Teariki Heather, in response to questions of who cut down the trees along the […]
The year that was - 2010
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Devastating floods in Brisbane affect Queensland-based Cook Islanders, but thankfully there are no deaths in the Cook Islands community. A by-election to determine the successful candidate for the Pukapuka seat puts CIP candidate Tekii Lazaro in government. Vaka Marumarua Atua leaves Rarotonga to join her sister vaka in Tahiti, from where the fleet left for […]
Good bloke escapes Beehive
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Alfred Ngaro has escaped the Beehives busy environment and is currently holidaying in his native Cook Islands with his family. Ngaro, his wife Mokuina and their children, arrived in Rarotonga on Thursday afternoon. They are staying in Arorangi and plan to spend a few days in Aitutaki next week before returning to Rarotonga and departing […]
Alfred Ngaro's maiden speech in NZ parliament
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
For his maiden speech in parliament, Ngaro used both New Zealand and Cook Islands Maori sharing the words of his ancestors as they set out on a journey of challenge and change. It is part of the ongoing legacy of our people and I stand in their shadows today. In greeting those in the House […]
Josey honoured
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Aitutakis Josephine Lockington has been honoured with the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her service to the public and community. Lockington is one of three 2012 New Year Queens Honours recipients in the Cook Islands. She has long been involved in various community groups within Aitutaki as well as national organisations, including the Girl Guides […]
Bobby Matapo OBE thanks his family
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Titikaveka leader Tevai Vaka Matapo known affectionately as Bobby is now an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE). Matapo has been recognised for his service to the community and wider public in the 2012 New Year Queens Honours, announced today. He humbly says to be granted the honour only means […]
Goodbye to dial-up
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
An era in the Cook Islands digital age has come to an end today with the termination of dial-up internet access in the country. After 14 years in operation, Telecom Cook Islands will officially switch off its dial-up internet services today. A few customers remained on the service until this week, but Telecom sales and […]
Warning to boil water
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
People at Rarotonga are being urged to drink from bottled water following this weeks heavy downpours and boil any tap water intended for use as drinking water or for cooking. Doctor Rangi Fariu, director of community health services, said animal waste and other contaminants may have seeped into Rarotongas water catchments during this weeks storms. […]
Highest honour to Ariki
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Prominent Cook Islands traditional leader Pauline Margaret Rakera Taripo has been bestowed the title of Dame in the 2012 Queens New Year Honours. Taripo locally known properly as Makea Karika Margaret Ariki has received the highest honour of all Cook Islanders in this years list. She has been made a Dame Commander of the Most […]
Two hurt in bike crashes
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Two motorcyclists have been taken to hospital following separate accidents on Rarotongas roads. One motorcycle driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries after colliding with a small truck at Ngatangiia about 9.30am yesterday. Cook Islands police inspector John Strickland said the driver was driving on the main road between Muri and Avana at the […]
Skies clearing for New Years Eve
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Clear skies and light winds are expected in Rarotonga tonight as people gather to usher in 2012. The Cook Islands Meteorological Service predicts midnights fireworks will be launched into mostly clear skies as the weather system which brought high winds and heavy rain to the southern group of islands moves on. Met service director Arona […]
A thought for the new year
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Church Talk
There is an Irish toast for the New Year that I find appropriate as we are about to begin the year 2012. In the New Year, may your right hand always be stretched out in friendship, never in want. Many of us will be thinking of making New Year resolutions at this time. This is […]
TIS drafts strategic plan
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Environment
Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) programme manager Jacqui Evans has drafted a strategic plan for the organisation to 2015, highlighting key priorities of youth programme implementation, conservation work and government assistance. The plan has been examined by TIS executives during a recent meeting and includes details of a programme for youth to learn by doing, as […]
Govt calls tenders for 3 solar systems
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands government has begun searching for suppliers and contractors to construct three major solar systems at Rarotonga. The three systems two at Te Aponga Uira (TAU) buildings and one at the new Ministry of Education Nikao headquarters will be among the biggest solar systems in the country. The two systems to be installed […]
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