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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.
Students take journey of creative expression
A visiting artist from New Zealand has dedicated her three month stay to promoting the improvement of long term mental health - starting with a school on Rarotonga.
Ministry tracking taro and fresh food items at airport
For the first time, the Ministry of Agriculture has begun weighing fresh and cooked food items that are accompanying passengers flying to New Zealand.
Assault and drink driving cases heard in court
Court briefs for the week of August 9, 2021
Visitor projections surge for October
Tourism figures have received an “unprecedented” boost with projected visitor numbers climbing for New Zealand school holidays.
Local physician explores the power of dreams and meditation
Dr. Maria Peach, a doctor at the Tupapa Outpatients Clinic is sharing her knowledge of meditation, the power in harnessing the knowledge connected to your dreams, as well as her desire to incorporate this knowledge into healthcare and mental health in Rarotonga.
Focus must remain on economic recovery, says Chamber of Commerce
A private sector leader says efforts towards diversifying the economy should take a back seat to helping the tourism-led economy recover from the downturn caused by Covid-19.
Concerns as Empire Bridge demolition gets underway
Businesses neighbouring the Empire Bridge are concerned they will suffer during disruptions on one of Rarotonga’s busiest stretches of road, as contractors prepare to demolish the structure and build a replacement.
Aitutaki relies on ‘goodwill’ of the people
Aitutaki mayor Tekura Bishop and a small delegation from the island visited New Zealand recently to deliver the “kura” or message of invitation to the Aitutaki communities for major celebrations commencing in October this year.
Kiwi importer wants Aitutaki taro price to come down
Aitutaki Taro exported two shipments of the root crop to New Zealand and is looking for a third but its New Zealand importer says taro prices are still too high.
Cook Islander returns to contribute to economic prosperity
Returning Cook Islander Henry Herman has taken on the role of the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) land manager.
Former staff receives probation sentence for stealing from police
A former Cook Islands Police employee who stole more than $5000 has been sentenced to 18 months probation and six months community service.
Drink driving remains major police concern
A 70-year-old motorist is suspected of drink driving following a crash near The Rarotongan Beach Resort on Saturday evening.
Survey to quantify labour shortage
Cook Islands labour shortages are an ongoing concern as authorities struggle to quantify how many workers are needed as the country experiences a boom in tourism .
Students full of energy after school holiday
Yesterday school students in the Cook Islands returned to the classrooms for the start of eight weeks long term three studies.
Don’t divert focus on economic diversification, businessman says
Tourism may have resumed its role in providing government the bulk of its revenues, but a local businessman says efforts to diversify the economy must not fall by the wayside.
Couple reunites in Raro after months apart
A couple, forced apart for 16 months, were recently reunited in Rarotonga. They shared their story of a love connection stronger than Covid, as well as the joyous result of dedication and loyalty with journalist Alana Musselle.
Cook Islands women celebrated in new book
A book detailing the lives of 12 Cook Islands women in Tokoroa was launched to coincide with Cook Islands Language Week held in New Zealand last week.
Man gets 15 months prison for stabbing
A young man has been sentenced to 15 months in jail for stabbing a person with a kitchen knife in a drunken brawl.
Aitutaki gears up for major events in October
Aitutaki is gearing up for the biggest celebration in its history, the 200th bi-centennial anniversary year commemoration of the arrival of Christianity to the island, from October 21 to November 1, 2021.
New shoes bring joy to children with Down syndrome
Members of the Cook Islands Down Syndrome Association (CIDSA) received new pairs of sneakers last week.
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