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Silence from NES on Olympic-sized sand mining holes

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Smoke Signals

Can Joseph Brider stand up and assure us, all is well in his department? Can he explain why there are “goings-on” on the island that don’t get any pressure from the National Environment Service despite public concern?


Returning voters raise suspicions

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Opinion

I was at Avatiu wharf last Friday to say goodbye to a family returning home to Penrhyn on one of Tapi Taio’s inter-island vessels.


Festival brings dream hall much closer

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

Despite Friday’s unpredictable weather, Avarua Primary School’s Food Festival was a resounding success, raising over $39,000.

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Local drivers urged to slow down

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

Two motorcycle crash deaths in just one week have put the spotlight on the high level of motor vehicle crashes occurring on Cook Islands roads.

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Christmas Box project features special dinner

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

Christmas is just around the corner, and the spirit of giving is about to come to the fore on Rarotonga.


Premier men face strongest test

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Football

The undefeated Tupapa Maraerenga premier men’s team are set for their strongest test to date against defending champions Puaikura.

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Holmes breaks record in easy win

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in League

Cook Islander and Kangaroo superstar Valentine Holmes broke an Australia record when he crossed for five tries in the 48-0 quarter-final demolition of Samoa.

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Badminton catches on with children

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

Badminton has been a well-received sport by children in the Cook Islands, and yesterday primary school students took part in the fun and with a competitive tournament.

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Pooches at the Palace

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Smoke Signals

It was great to see the police dog patrols organised to round up wandering pooches around the Te Au O Tonga district was a success.


'Bring back our pride' – artist

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

If the Ministry of Cultural Development’s ambitious National Cultural Policy (NCP) is to succeed, Cook Islanders will first need to rediscover their sense of pride in their country, says legendary sculptor, artist and writer Mike Tavioni.

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Encourage your children's emerging virtues

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Opinion

My island granddaughter surprised me as we walked the beach recently.


We want to learn, but who will teach us?

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Opinion

We want to learn, but who will teach us?


Brewing local beer, with love

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Hot on the Rock

Just off the main road in Tikioki, nestled behind your typical Rarotongan homes, sits a small shed.

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Generous donations help TIS and vaka

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Environment

This weekly column is contributed by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with conservation and environmental issues of interest to the Cook Islands.


First gala day for Arorangi school

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

Apii Arorangi was filled with big smiles and happy faces as the local community supported the school’s first official Gala Day on Friday.

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Nukuture students rewarded for hard work

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

After a long year of hard work, Nukutere College Year 11 students were pleased to be acknowledged and rewarded by teachers, parents, and family at their annual prizegiving.

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School to bring new learning style

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

After three years of planning and anticipating for a modern and flexible school, construction of Apii Nikao is approaching its seventh month.

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Fish poisoning cases total 32

Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in Local

A number of Rarotonga residents who have decided to live dangerously and dine on reef fish have suffered from ciguatera fish poisoning this year.

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Always time to do the right thing

Friday 17 November 2017 | Published in Church Talk

The phrase, “it is always time to do the right thing” was a favourite of Dr Martin Luther King jr. who often confronted those who said civil rights were needed but the time was not right. Might these words apply to an issue like climate change today?


Failed UNESCO bid has positive side

Friday 17 November 2017 | Published in Local

While the Cook Islands candidature for a seat on the Executive Board of UNESCO was unsuccessful at elections held in Paris last week during the General Conference, the campaign, led by prime minister Henry Puna, has provided a strengthened platform for the Cook Islands engagement with UNESCO and the international community.

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