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National
Matavera’s new two storey commercial hub to open soon
In Matavera, the smallest district by land size on Rarotonga, a new two storey building “Te Waka” is set to redefine the local landscape with its mix of culinary delights, island apparel and commercial opportunities.
Driver ordered to pay over $11,500 in reparations after crash
Terea Ngatokorua Maruaau, who appeared in court yesterday, has been ordered to pay over $3000 in reparations to the Te Aponga Uira (TAU) after falling asleep while driving a rental vehicle and crashing into a power pole in Nikao last month.
Excitement builds as Aitutaki closes in on celebrations
Close to 3000 people, including the residents, are expected to attend the 200 Bi-Centennial Celebrations of the arrival of Christianity to Aitutaki next month.
Stage set for Nukutere College Gala Day
Nukutere College students and their parents dug into taro patches on Wednesday afternoon to harvest the root crop in preparation for their Biannual Gala Day that will be held at the school premises this morning.
Bail denied again for rape accused
A man accused of rape and other indecent behaviour relating to girls aged 10 and under has been denied bail for the second time in two weeks after two further complainants, both aged under 10, come forward.
Temporary bridge takes shape
The temporary replacement for the Empire Bridge is four to six weeks away from being used, says the contractor.
Govt ‘discussing’ possible Christchurch-Raro flights
With the date for the re-opening of the country’s borders to New Zealand hanging uncertainly in the air, talk of possible flights to Rarotonga from New Zealand’s Covid-free South Island has sparked the interest of tourism stakeholders.
New instruments for Pukapuka brigades
The Boys and Girls Brigade groups on the island of Pukapuka have ordered new musical instruments that will strengthen and help keep up the interest and involvement of the island’s youth.
Colourful and eye-catching
Stepping into the Apii Nikao Library, a cool Disney character ‘Maui’ stares right at you, airbrushed in a bold, colourful and eye-catching mural. This brilliant piece is work of a local artist who picked up his tools to support his family during the border closure.
Chamber welcomes support but challenges remain
Government is being commended by the Chamber of Commerce in responding swiftly with aid after the latest border closure, however challenges remain for businesses currently grappling with zero tourists.
Vaccines for children available from October
The vaccination rollout for children aged 12 to 15 is expected to start in October once vaccine supplies from New Zealand arrive, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Border closure leaves vendors with piles of produce
Scenes from the quiet streets of Rarotonga as borders remain closed.
Leave to appeal dismissed
A leave to appeal corruption charges brought against Prime Minister Mark Brown and former prime minister Henry Puna has been denied by the High Court.
Aboard Marumaru Atua
Crewmember Oliver Oolder narrating the crews first day on their voyage to the southern group.
Students reach for excellence in maths
The Ministry of Education is excited to continue to celebrate the development and excellence of mathematics in the Cook Islands through the use of a first ever Mathematics Expo.
Group seeks to draw attention to environmental concerns
A new community group that emphasises a self-help, proactive approach to village initiatives is focused on the people, land and sea of Ngatangiia and will be formalised today.
PM to do 'virtual' check in at climate conference
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark will not attend a climate change conference in Scotland later this year, instead hoping to contribute “virtually”.
Rarotonga welcomes its first new Girls’ Brigade Company in 47 years
More than 300 representatives from girls’ and boys’ brigades across Rarotonga converged on Ngatangiia Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) on Sunday morning to witness the commissioning of the Ngatangiia Girls’ Brigade.
Government closer to announcement on seabed mineral exploration
The Cook Islands Government is moving forward with a process to potentially issue exploratory licenses to companies interested in mining the ocean floor as international conservationists, diplomats, and scientists call for a moratorium on all deep sea mining activities.
Government stands by Alert Level 2 decision
Government is standing by its decision to keep the Cook Islands at Alert Level 2.
Marumaru Atua departs for Tāua e Moana voyage
Under clear skies with beaming rays of sunshine and an unexpected sudden sprinkle of rain - that many murmured was a sign of a blessing, Vaka Marumaru Atua departed Avarua Harbour at 3pm yesterday for the second leg of the Tāua e Moana voyage 2021.
Hopes for border to open in mid-October
The Cook Islands border is to remain shut until there has been 14 days of zero community transmission in New Zealand, which a University of Canterbury Covid-19 researcher says could occur by October 6.
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