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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.
Avatiu intake ‘has larger storage capacity’
A crisp clear morning and beaming rays of sunshine welcomed attendees at Te Mato Vai landowners recognition ceremony for the Avatiu water treatment plant, held yesterday
Ties now optional in Parliament
Neck ties are now optional in Parliament, announced Speaker Tai Tura during Tuesday's sitting.
Bubble brings nearly 1500 tourists in first two weeks
Tourism, the nation’s leading economic contributor, got off to a humble start last month with 1486 visitors, which on a daily basis breaks down to just under a quarter of arrival figures seen during May 2019 – the last non-pandemic year.
Mini Olympics for ‘mini ones’
Aspiring athletes from Blackrock Pre-school and Titikaveka ECE (Early Childhood Education) had a fun day in the sun at the Mini Olympics on Monday.
Recognising commitment and dedication to the Cook Islands
The Queen’s Birthday 2021 Honours List seeks to honour individuals who are unique and ensure their stories are celebrated.
Koutu Nui elects new president
The Koutu Nui has elected as its new president Paroro Mataiapo Rongo Preston. Her election was made during the traditional sub-chiefs’ annual general meeting held last week.
222 no shows for second Covid-19 jab
More than 200 Rarotonga residents who received their first dose of the Covid-19 Pfizer vaccine three weeks ago, did not return for their second jab.
Beach clean up results in a sizeable haul of rubbish
Around 80 people attended “a very successful” beach clean up for World Ocean Day in Muri on Saturday.
Half of June’s rain drops in 24 hours
Rarotonga was hammered with heavy rain overnight Thursday, drenching the island with half the average rainfall for June in just 24 hours.
Government on quest to reduce interest rates
A pillar of the Government’s Covid-19 economic recovery plan is to reduce interest rates that have long been a burden to households and businesses. Will the banks be willing to be part of the solution?
Opposition reacts to $150m ‘crash’ as Pero cancels airline
Businessman Mike Pero said his airline could have contributed millions to the economy, but in the end a lack of support from the government contributed to his decision to cancel the project.
Floral Fridays in the House
The smell of floral ei katu and ei kaki filled Parliament’s debating chamber on Friday as Members of the House celebrated Kia Orana Day in traditional attire.
Plotting a path to success
Students from the three colleges on Rarotonga and Apii Enuamanu yesterday attended the Careers Expo exhibitions at the National Auditorium, taking advantage of the opportunity to see a variety of career opportunities available in the Cook Islands.
Bubble brings back New Zealand volunteers
For years Kiwi volunteers have been donating their time to work with public service organisations and local NGOs. Covid-19 put a temporary halt to that, but with the bubble in place volunteers are slowly beginning to return.
Driver involved in power pole crash fined $3k for damage
The drink driver of a vehicle involved in a crash which wrecked a power pole earlier this month has been told to pay $3000 for the damage.
Two days in prison is enough, says police prosecutor
A New Zealand tourist who spent two days in jail following an incident in Ngatangiia on Monday evening has been convicted and fined.
Pero’s airline grounded for good
The owner of the proposed Pasifika Air says lack of support from Cook Islands government has led to the grounding of his ambitious airline plans.
MOU to provide cash grants to Te Are Manu
Rarotonga’s charity veterinary clinic receives $5000 grant from Ministry of Agriculture. By Caleb Fotheringham.
Kapa haka for Te Maeva Nui
New Zealand’s top kapa haka group will be performing at Te Maeva Nui celebrations this year.
‘I am the river and the river is me’
Just over a quarter of the $90 million spent in Rarotonga’s water project was borrowed from overseas lender, Prime Minister Mark Brown reiterated to Takuvaine landowners who gathered at the intake recognition ceremony
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