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Are we immune from the challenges surrounding us in our world today because of our isolation?

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Church Talk

Every time I watch the news on television, and see all that is happening in our world now, it gives me the chills.

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Mystery pig parts found in stream

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Environment

Remains of a large white pig are causing some concern for a resident in Vaimaanga who found the carcass of the animal in a stream next to her home.

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Nu money helps with school lunches

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Local

11-year old Viorangi Kite from Arorangi School and her 9-year old brother Benjamin Kite have made close to $200 in lunch money these school holidays from selling nu.

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Family farming at World Food Day

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Local

Family farming is the theme of today’s World Food Day to be held at the Punanga Nui Market from 10am onwards.

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No LA flights, no Ebola

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Smoke Signals

Just wondering how we are going to control this Ebola virus that may make its way to our homeland.


Pine forests of Mangaia surveyed

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Mangaia’s controversial pine forests could possibly be a “positive” for the island, said a visiting scientist with a global conservation association.

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Politics affecting family life in Pa Enua

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Politics

Party politics in the outer islands during the recent general elections have had a negative effect on workers and their families, says workers rights advocate Anthony Turua.

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Time to move the economy forward

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,It seems from recent public statements that Demo will appeal the Court’s decision on seats at Penrhyn, Manihiki, Aitutaki and Atiu, which I understand the sponsor may reduce to Aitutaki and Atiu only as lawyers don’t rate their chances highly on Penrhyn and Manihiki.


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Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,First, let me congratulate all candidates who have won their electorate’s sanction to be their Member of Parliament for the next term.


Easy to say in hindsight

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,It’s all too easy for Henry Puna in hindsight to say the Opposition wanted nothing to do with his attempt at political reform. But let’s get the story right.

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The buck stops with the Clerk, Speaker

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor,John Scott has revealed warts and all, major problems and issues at Parliament. The Clerk John Tangi seems to deflect the real source of the problem at Parliament.


PM announces key appointments

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Politics

With the nation’s political situation yet to be solidified, Prime Minister Henry Puna has gone ahead with a number of key appointments.

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Airport solar plant goes online

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Technology

With the flip of two switches at the nation’s largest renewable power installation, the Cook Islands is now on its way to loosening its reliance on imported fossil fuels.

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MMR support World Food Day

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Local

In support of World Food Day, the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) will have four booths at the Punanga Nui market, organised by the Ministry of Agriculture.

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National women footballers head to PNG

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Football

The national women’s football team departed early this morning for the 2014 OFC Women’s Nations Cup, scheduled to take place next week October 25-29 in Kokopo, Papua New Guinea.

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Political integrity before reform: PM

Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Politics

Politicians must improve their integrity before the nation’s political system can be reformed, says Prime Minister Henry Puna.

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Junior volunteer vets share the love for animals

Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local

It’s not typical to see two young girls sacrificing school holiday fun for animals but that’s exactly what two St Joseph School students are up these school holidays.

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Otago to sets sail for NZ

Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local

After a brief stop in Rarotonga to stock up on some supplies and offer crew some shore leave, the HMNZS Otago is set to return to New Zealand after a lengthy mission at sea.

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Local detective recieves regional award

Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local

During the opening ceremony of the 43rd Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Conference, Cook Islands law enforcement officers were recognised for their leadership.

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Cook Islands talent echoes in NZ song comp

Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local

A calm, soft pitch and a passion for music resonated in Selina Vainerere-Patia’s winning song Etama. Patia won the Cook Islands section as part of Unitec’s Pacific Song Writing Competition held in Auckland, New Zealand.

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