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Tonga asks for US$50m
Tuesday 14 March 2017 | Published in Regional
TONGA – Tonga’s government says it needs at least 50 million US dollars worth of climate funding to deal with issues like coastal erosion.
Refugee detention centre 'closed'
Tuesday 14 March 2017 | Published in Regional
PAPUA NEW GUINEA – The Manus Island refugee detention centre off the coast of northern Papua New Guinea has been offically “closed”, despite the fact that roughly 860 men remain in it.
Samoans should 'stick to bingo'
Tuesday 14 March 2017 | Published in Regional
SAMOA – A bid to allow Samoans to access casinos in the country has been rejected by the country’s prime minister.
Outstanding round of Touch clashes
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Touch Rugby
Another round of exciting and outstanding Touch games from all teams was recorded last week in the Bluesky Mixed Touch Competition.
Enticing new menu to greet diners at The Islander
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
The Islander Hotel previewed its new menu for 15 guests at the hotel restaurant last Thursday. Among those invited were prime minister Henry Puna and his wife Akaiti, Cook Islands Tourism chief executive Halatoa Fua and Air New Zealand Cook Islands manager Marisa Newman. Hotel managing director Rohan Ellis also invited George Ellis – not just because George is his father, but because he’s also a home cook of some reputation and could be relied on to provide some constructive feedback on the proposed new menu. There were six dishes on the list to be sampled – seven if you count the fact that pork dumplings were cooked in two ways. And proving that there’s still no such thing as a free lunch, guests also had to award each dish a mark out of 10, as well as provide comments on what they thought of the food. Rohan Ellis said the dishes were inspired by a recent trip to Auckland, New Zealand, where he was impressed by the food presented at several Asian restaurants he dined at. He particularly enjoyed the fresh, subtly-spiced food at a Vietnamese restaurant he visited and took note of the fact that many of the ingredients – including the essential fresh herbs such as lemongrass, Thai basil and Vietnamese mint are easily grown here. He said the new dishes aimed to continue the hotel’s reputation for well-sized and value for money meals that would satisfy the appetites of both locals and visitors. The “samples,” which were closer to the size of full entrees and main meals served in some restaurants, were accompanied by well-chosen red and white wines. Subtly flavoured and in many cases accompanied by light, refreshing Asian-style sauces, the dishes included beef tataki, tuna Nicoise, pork dumplings, both fried and steamed, Hoisin sticky chicken, grilled game fish presented with a potato salad and a poached egg and finally, pork belly. The lunch also served as a workout for the all-local serving staff, who did a great job through numerous plate and cutlery changes. Look out for the new menu, which also retains a number of well-established favourites, at The Islander soon. - CS
Road widening provisions?
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Smoke Signals
The seemingly well-laid plans to mount Mike Tavioni’s sculpture at the RSA cemetery may not have considered that, sooner or later, our main road legal width of 10.06 metres must be increased.
Sword impresses over recycling campaign
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Letters to the Editor
I am very impressed and excited with the drive of Jessie Sword from General Transport to address the rubbish overflow problem of cans on our beautiful island.
More social services needed in the outer islands
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Outer Islands
Without a safe and supporting environment for those suffering the effects of domestic violence and other problems, the outer islands will be confronted by the emergence of serious social issues that have so far remained hidden, says Punanga Tauturu Inc (PTI) co-ordinator Rebeka Buchanan.
$90 offer sparks phone storm
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
An abandoned car has been the centre of an unusual prank in Tupapa.
Taskforce to improve standards
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
A government Human Resources (HR) Taskforce comprised of 45 HR practitioners working across the public sector was established last month.
Fijian election registration
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
The Fijian Elections office voter registration drive in the Cook Islands will be held from March 21 to 27.
EU funds to help ministry lab
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
Ministry of Marine Resources is currently scoping the design works for a laboratory refurbishment through the European Union’s sector support under the sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement .
What is heartworm and why it so dangerous for dogs?
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
Heartworm is a parasite of dogs that is found most commonly in hot, humid areas.
CIFA marks Women's Day
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Football
Cook Islands Football Association hosted a CIFA Women’s Football Day to mark International Women’s Day.
Crunch time for Marae Moana
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Environment
SCREENED NOSE: This weekly column is provided by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with environmental and conservation issues of interest to the Cook Islands.
Young pupils learn new soccer skills
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
Last week students of Takitumu Primary were given a chance to understand and play a sport that’s different to their everyday outdoor games.
Love the best birthday gift of all
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
This morning, a young woman came to my door, bearing an exquisite gift – a crocheted cloth of white thread with intricate designs that her Mama spent several months to create.
In celebration of our women
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Opinion
I come from a long line of strong women, strong Cook Islands Maori women and this was the environment I was privileged to grow up in.
Public servants enjoy their training session
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
Around 100 public servants on the islands of Mauke and Mitiaro enjoyed the public service induction training facilitated by the Public Service Commissioner, Russell Thomas and Human Resources advisor Teresa Tararo, over two weeks from February 13 to February 24.
Rotary notches up a century
Monday 13 March 2017 | Published in Local
Around 112 years ago in the US city of Chicago, a chap called three of his mates together for a meeting.
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