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National
Social Impact Fund awards $199,825 to 14 community projects
The Cook Islands Social Impact Fund approved 14 proposals totalling $199,825.20 from 21 applications, supporting community initiatives across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua, with a focus on sports, wellness and youth development.
Christmas in the Park brings festive cheer to Rarotonga
Hundreds of locals, visiting families, and tourists gathered at the National Auditorium and Domes on Thursday evening for the annual Christmas in the Park event, hosted by Rotaract Rarotonga.
PM speaks from the heart
‘It’s not about me – it’s about you… it’s about us’ The country’s ninth Prime Minister, Henry Puna, said it was a proud day for the Cook Islands as he was sworn in at Government House yesterday. Puna delivered an emotional speech at the ceremony, full of promise for the future. “Deep inside my heart […]
Joyana inspires students to follow their dreams
Hot on the heels of winning the 2010 Miss South Pacific pageant, Miss Cook Islands Joyana Meyer yesterday inspired some of the country’s youth to follow their dreams and strive for excellence. Meyer (21), is studying mechatronic engineering at Auckland University, and was a guest speaker at Titikaveka College’s prizegiving in Rarotonga yesterday. She told […]
George: 'I'm not encouraged'
Norman George yesterday claimed that he had not been selected for a Cabinet post. Most of the newly elected MPs have been keeping quiet about whether or not they were likely to get a cabinet post. But Teenui-Mapumai MP George was insistent yesterday that he hadn’t been selected. “I am not encouraged by what I […]
Road sealing advice taken seriously
Ministry of Infrastructure and Planning secretary Otheniel Tangianau agrees a proposed Rarotonga road upgrade must be subject to independent scrutiny. Tangianau was asked to respond to criticism about the existing road infrastructure on Rarotonga and the perceived incompetence of governments to effectively deal with associated problems. In a letter to the editor, Cook Islands News […]
Delayed start to Mexico journey
I am penning my first ever postcard from the United Nations climate change summit in Cancun, Mexico, where I am attending as a youth representative within the Cook Islands government delegation. But it has been a technically-hectic start! Last Saturday (20 Nov) I was so excited and standing ready at our international airport in Rarotonga […]
'The crown's not for me'
New Miss South Pacific prepares for ‘chaotic’ year Twenty-one year-old Joyana Meyer is carrying the weight of the South Pacific on her shoulders, but talking to her you wouldn’t know it. She’s still grounded – she’s humbled and overwhelmed by the limelight, and she’s grateful to God for the opportunity to represent her country at […]
Computer gear thanks to India
Pupils and staff at St Joseph’s School are making the most of their new computer equipment, purchased with a grant from the Indian government. Principal Sister Celine Simon approached members of the Cook Islands government earlier this year about an upgrade of the school’s computer room, as it was too small and under-resourced. “We could […]
Tereora idol set to rock
Tereora College is hosting its own idol-style singing competition for its Year 9 and 10 pupils this Friday. Tereora College Idol will comprise 10 singers competing in heats from 9am at the Princess Anne Hall. Raro Idol contestants will judge the junior singers, as well as perform themselves. A surprise performance by an international artist […]
Giving Tree reminder
Westpac Cook Islands is reminding those involved in its annual Community Giving Tree appeal to deliver presents to its Avarua branch before December 9. For the second consecutive year, the bank is facilitating the donation of Christmas gifts to Rarotongan children deemed disadvantaged in some way. To date all but four of the 137 children […]
Atiu survival story on TV
An episode of British BBC series The Real Swiss Family Robinson, filmed here in the Cooks, airs on prime-time New Zealand television in early December. The episode first aired in April of 2009 and features the Hunt family – who are accustomed to a big house and a lavish lifestyle in the UK, and travel […]
Wear red for Aids awareness
Tomorrow, show your support for World Aids Awareness Day (WAD) by wearing red. The theme of the internationally-recognised WAD this year is ‘Wear Red’, and a handful of local businesses have signed on to decorate staff and surroundings in red. The three best-outfitted businesses will win $500, $200 and $100 – which they will have […]
Disabled acknowledged
Being disabled does not mean you are not able. This was one of the main messages at Monday’s opening of this week’s awareness programmes, leading up to the international day for persons with disabilities on Friday. This year’s theme is “Keeping the promise: Mainstreaming disability in the Millennium Development Goals towards 2015 and beyond”.In her […]
Goats arrive on Mauke for breeding project
Mauke residents are excited about a breeding programme which has seen six Boer goats arrive safely on the island. The livestock boarded an Air Rarotonga Embraer EMB 110 Bandeirante in Rarotonga last Tuesday afternoon and were in Mauke less than an hour later. Former Manukau City councillor and Mauke election candidate Hugh Graham spearheaded the […]
Town water tank drained for cleaning
A 2.5 million litre water storage tank is being cleaned this week by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Planning (MOIP). The tank – which supplies most of the Takuvaine and Avarua town areas – is being drained of water ahead of the maintenance cleaning which will take place tomorrow. MOIP secretary Otheniel Tangianau said water […]
Hoist will help with therapy at Creative Centre
The Creative Centre has been gifted a hoist which will make life easier for members and helpers alike. A speech and language therapist from Carlson School in New Zealand sourced the $4000 equipment and spoke to Mainfreight, who agreed to ship it to Rarotonga for free. The therapist, Jenny Watson, has visited Rarotonga twice to […]
Boy of 12 caught in burglary
A 12-year-old boy was among a number of law breakers apprehended and dealt with by police over the weekend. The boy was caught by owners of a tourist accommodation in Ngatangiia rifling through property in one of the accommodation units. The boy is a known offender and will appear at the next juvenile court sitting. […]
Vara Nui's 4000
Since opening its doors to the public in June, Te Vara Nui Village has proved to be a hit both locally and internationally with an estimated 4000 visitors and counting. The business is now expanding its product range to now include catering to the groups and events sector as well as increasing its profile in […]
Water tanks cleaned
Some Takuvaine and Tauae Heights residents have a cleaner water supply following the drainage and clearing of a 300,000-litre water reservoir up Happy Valley Rd this week. The reservoir, which has two water tanks inside, was drained and cleaned of silt and dirt which had accumulated since it was last cleared about ten years ago. […]
Spat over Aitutaki cyclone funds
A spat has developed over funds collected on Rarotonga for Aitutaki cyclone recovery. Aitutaki Mayor Tai Herman says that Aitutaki has yet to see a cent of the money donated by the people of Rarotonga during the cyclone appeal drive. Cyclone Pat devastated Aitutaki in February, leaving hundreds of home needing extensive repairs – 95 […]
Lobby group appeals for 15-year hold on new tourism development
A leading environmental group is urging the government to place a 15-year moratorium on any further tourist accommodation development on Rarotonga and place urgent focus on infrastructure development. Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) says the country also needs to refrain from setting policies to increase visitor numbers and current accommodation capacity for the next five years […]
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