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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.

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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.

Suicide rate ‘worrying’

Two cases of suicide were recorded last year making Cook Islands’ suicide rate worse than New Zealand, says Te Kainga O Pa Taunga Mental health and Wellbeing NGO.

Local


SPCA looking to arrange ‘staycations’ for their dogs

The SPCA Cook Islands is proposing an idea that will allow their many homeless dogs to take a break from the shelter and have a taste of what it’s like to be part of a family, even for just a weekend.

Local


Fundraiser for Aitutaki’s 200th Bi-Centennial

Tasty fresh barbequed fish direct from Aitutaki will be on sale on Friday at Constitution Park to raise funds for the island’s historic 200th Bi-Centennial Anniversary of Christianity’s arrival, next month.

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Australia offers Cook Islands a helping hand

Aussies have reached out to Cook Islanders in the hope small projects will have big benefits for the nation.

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Red Cross marks World First Aid Day

Cook Islands Red Cross Society will today join the rest of the world in celebrating the World First Aid Day.

Local


Superfund decreases rates again

The national superfund has decreased contribution rates, putting more money in the pockets of employees and employers during the ongoing economic downturn caused by New Zealand’s Covid-19 outbreak.

Economy


Young paddlers dig deep for annual event

Te Tupu O Te Manava Outrigger Canoe Club juniors are stepping up training as the countdown is on for Vaka Eiva in November.

Local


Malo e lelei – Creative Centre celebrates Tongan Language Week

Members of the Creative Centre welcomed friends and supporters with a friendly ‘Malo e lelei’ yesterday to celebrate Tongan Language Week.

Local


Answering the ‘call of duty’

A Cook Islander stranded in New Zealand due to suspension of inward travels has joined the country’s health team in an effort to contain the dangerous Delta variant.

Local


CIIC shares their outer islands plan

A lunch event put on for the Pa Enua mayors and executive officers by the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) last week was a resounding success.

Economy


Taskforce to provide travel bubble update on Monday

An update on quarantine free travel will likely come Monday, says Border Easement Taskforce.

Economy


Cops strengthen digital platform with new crime fighting weapons

The Transnational Crime Unit (TCU) team at the Cook Islands Police Service was given a boost with an upgrade of technical support on Wednesday, taking delivery of new computers in a short ceremony.

Local


Youth cyber safety ‘a major concern’

Growing concerns around youth online vulnerability have prompted police to deliver cyber safety lessons.

Local


Toa logs to help school

Expressions of interest are being sought for the logs of toa (ironwood) trees that have been gifted to Apii Takitumu by the Matavera community, to benefit the school.

Local


Autism Cook Islands classes gain momentum

Autism Cook Islands Saturday gymnastics classes are gaining momentum with clear progress being seen every week.

Local


Candidates line up for CINSF member representative role

Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) is seeking a contributors representative on the Board for a new three-year appointment. Melina Etches reports.

Local


Suspicious blaze in the hands of police

An investigation into a suspicious blaze where neighbouring houses narrowly escaped fire damage is now in the hands of police.

Local


Civil project fund recipients sign contracts - $200k approved

Rarotonga recipients of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Social Impact Fund (SIF) signed their official contracts yesterday.

Local


Cricket Club celebrates with new look

Takuvaine Cricket Club members celebrated the fruit of their four-year labour in obtaining a full set of cricket uniforms as well as two bags full of cricket gear.

Local


Vaccinating 12 to 15-year-olds ‘benefits’ community

Cabinet is set to discuss vaccinating 12 to 15-year-olds while a health specialist says vaccination will benefit the wider community.

Health


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