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Youngsters learn from the best at Junior Rugby League Clinic
More than 100 children gathered at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday to learn from the best of Cook Islands Rugby League international stars as part of the Cook Islands Athletic Development Junior Rugby League Clinic.
Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a low pressure, strong winds and heavy rain continue
Cook Islands Meteorological Service has confirmed this morning that Tropical Cyclone Pita has now been downgraded to a low pressure.
CI marine park is looking for a name
A competition is underway to provide the Cook Islands Marine Park with a unique name with some local flavour. Launched by Prime Minister Henry Puna, $250 is up for grabs in the contest and is open to everyone currently residing in the Cook Islands and all Cook Islanders living abroad. At the current stage of […]
Tetautua 'mini wharf' project complete
Residents along the shores of Tetautua village on the island of Penrhyn are now protected against the forces of nature after the village’s crumbling foreshore safety barriers have been rebuilt. Tetautua island council member Rio Teika instigated the project earlier this year but with no luck in funding from government agencies – he turned to […]
Xmas tree competition extended
A competition to light up a tree for Christmas has been extended. The ‘Light up your community’ competition, sponsored by CITC and Wattyl Paint, has been running since November 25. The judging for the competition was due to take place today, but a lack of entries has meant the judging night has moved to Wednesday […]
Aitutaki faces worst day of fires
Aitutaki residents armed themselves with everything from banana leaves to coconut fronds as they battled to contain a fire which threatened homes in Arutanga on Tuesday. It was the worst day of fires since a massive blaze consumed hectares of scrubland in the hills of Amuri on Saturday night. Miimetua Blenkarn, head of the Airport […]
Parliament nearly shut down
The opposition Democratic Party threatened to walk out of parliament yesterday. Question period for the day got off to a raucous start with opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen making comments on the constitutionality of the current sitting of parliament. The opposition leader’s comments related to an editor’s letter by Rarotonga businessman John Scott, who questioned the […]
Sulphur content 'of higher quality' - Toa
Dear Editor, I don’t want to enter into a debate with Chris Vaile over his open letter published yesterday, however I want to clarify two points so that your readers are not misled. Sulphur content of 500 parts per million (ppm) in diesel is supplied to the Pacific Islands by the major refineries from Singapore. […]
Reclaimed land remains an 'eyesore'
A barren area of reclaimed land running north of Punanga Nui Market looks set to remain “an eyesore” for some time yet, with no immediate plans for its use. The four acres of land was formed last year using material dredged from Avatiu Harbour, with the goal of expanding the popular market. Enlarging Punanga Nui […]
Giving tree promo needs more takers
People are encouraged to get into the giving spirit this Christmas and purchase a gift for a child in need. Since Westpac started its ‘giving tree’ promotion on November 20, 120 out of 193 tags are left hanging. “Ten gifts are already under the tree. Some of our customers decided to get their gifts in […]
Travellers lack awareness of Cook Islands – experts
Many travellers in offshore markets are not aware of the differences between the Cook Islands and other Pacific nations, say international tourism experts. About 65 travel wholesalers from 15 different countries are in the Cook Islands this week to meet with local resort owners and other tourism operators. On the opening day of the Kia […]
Wharf cracks at Avatiu discussed in parliament
The discovery of cracks in the redeveloped Avatiu wharf was discussed in parliament yesterday. The topic was raised by Titikaveka member of parliament Sel Napa during discussion of Te Mato Vai – the $60 million water infrastructure project currently getting underway. Napa was calling for greater public consultation and input for the project, which would […]
Overseas travel reps to taste Cook Islands
Cook Islands tourism operators will be hoping for a long-term boost in business by meeting this week with travel wholesalers from more than 17 countries. Now into its fourth year, Kia Orana Cook Islands is an annual event giving local suppliers the chance to showcase their hotels, resorts and various tourism activities to invited wholesalers. […]
UK taxi campaign showcases Cook Islanders
Winter-weary Brits in the city of Bristol are sliding into taxis right now and being greeted by the smiling face of Pa Teuruaa, of Pa’s Nature Walks. As part of a new tourism campaign, 10 taxis in the city have been branded inside and outside with a series of artworks designed to project a sense […]
Police appeal against assault
An assault on a female case has been reopened, and the decision by a Justice of the Peace to dismiss the case has been quashed. High Court judge Justice Christine Grice granted an appeal by police against a decision by Justice of the Peace John Kenning to dismiss a charge of assault on a female […]
Avatea proposes brand new school
A proposal by Apii Avatea to build a new primary school in Nikao will be considered by the Ministry of Education, alongside some opposition from the Nikao Maori School community. The proposed idea is to replace the two schools, which are situated next door to each other, with a single new school. This follows extensive […]
Govt proposes at least 12c rise to minimum wage
A government proposal which may see the minimum wage raised by only 12 cents has been labelled “ridiculous” by the head of the Cook Islands Workers Association. Minister of Internal Affairs Nandi Glassie announced last month that a panel is being formed to consider increasing the $5 minimum wage. Workers at the bottom of the […]
Public imput at TMV meeting
The public may have an opportunity to provide input for the $60million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project before the end of the year. Te Mato Vai communications advisor Jaewynn McKay said she is hopeful public consultations will begin by the end of 2013. She said project officials are working on the summary of the […]
Chamber raises Te Mato Vai concerns
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns about the lack of consultation with the business community regarding the $60 million Te Mato Vai project. The organisation, which represents private business owners, has published an open letter to Finance Minister Mark Brown expressing their “immediate concerns … with respect to the planning, design and […]
Opposition questions Te Mato Vai salaries
Debate on the $60 million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project dominated question period during the second day of the current sitting of parliament yesterday. Discussion on the large-scale infrastructure undertaking began with a question by opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen, who asked the government about the rates of pay for those currently involved with the […]
Books donated to Avatea School
Around 1000 books were donated to Apii Avatea to assist in the speedy recovery of the school’s learning programme. On Wednesday, Tungane Broadbent donated her own Rainbow Reading Programme resources to the school, which recently lost buildings and resources – including its library – due to an act of arson. The resources were funded by […]
Local help for Filipino community
When Aitutaki was hit by a cyclone in 2010, the Filipino community of the Cook Islands helped in whatever way they could. Now, it’s payback time. The Philippines was recently devastated by super typhoon Haiyan, locally called Yolanda, which killed thousands when it barrelled through the islands on November 8. According to Aituaki MP and […]
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