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Vaccine before visitors, ANZ Bank analyst says

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National

Stable finances and positive signs with the development of a potential Covid-19 vaccine is leading at least one analyst to suggest there should be no rush to open borders to international tourists.

Economy


Marumaru Atua returns to Rarotonga

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Vaka Marumaru Atua returned to Rarotonga yesterday to a warm welcome after a two-day long voyage from the outer island of Aitutaki.

Local


Businesses on board with CookSafe

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Business people around Rarotonga are urged to contact the Private Sector Taskforce CookSafe team if they are having issues with their CookSafe contact-tracing system scanner.

Health


A tribute to people and places wins Moana Oceania Award

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

An obsession with genealogies, and wanting to know where people are from and how they are connected has led to a prestigious award for Emma Powell. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.  Aotearoa born Cook Islander Emma Ngakuraevaru Powell has been awarded the Moana Oceania Award for the 2020 Early Career Researchers ataata video competition. Powell is currently […]

Local


A magical voyage of discovery

Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Maria Tuoro says as children of the ocean, we are descended from legacies of voyagers, and if she can do it anyone can.

Local


Letter: Independence and integrity of Government institutions

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"The rental of the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance’s private property to the Chamber of Commerce in Tutakimoa borders on a potential and/or direct conflict of interest clouded under the guise of Covid-19 assistance to the community."

Letters to the Editor

Protecting themselves from ‘maki corona’

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National, Outer Islands

Although the people of Atiu, Mitiaro, Mauke and Mangaia miss welcoming international visitors to their beautiful islands, as long as Covid-19 continues to have devastating effects around the world, they are happy to keep it that way. Katrina Tanirau reports from the Pa Enua.

National


MFEM's Henderson rules out top cop job

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

The pool of talent to choose from for the next Police Commissioner has become shallower as Financial Secretary Garth Henderson says he isn't pursuing the role.

Local


Govt set to spend extra $15m in wage subsidy

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

The business community has welcomed a Government announcement to pay an additional $15 million in wage subsidy payments by extending the financial support programme until the end of February 2021.

Economy


Fiery blazes destroy two homes

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

No injuries were reported in a fire that claimed an old studio-type dwelling yesterday morning at Takuvaine valley and a separate blaze in Titikaveka.

Local


Mike Pero hopes regional award will inspire others

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands real estate mogul Mike Pero was honoured with a prestigious award at a regional business event in Auckland over the weekend.

Local


Health praises returnees for their honesty

Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora health ministry has publicly thanked the two returnees who have been placed in quarantine after last Friday's flight for their honesty.

Health


Tupapa are champions once more

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Tupapa Maraerenga premier men’s side was crowned the Round Cup champions after their 4-3 win against Titikaveka on Saturday.

Football


Opinion: Art for art’s sake

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

"Sitting watching Tereora school prize giving, is a far cry from the formal staid prizegiving I attended in Auckland last year for my daughter," writes Ruta Tangiiau Mavé.

Editorials


Letter: ‘Set the record straight’

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The transparent and accountable process which the late prime minister and minister of Police Jim Marurai insisted be used to select a new Police Commissioner should set an example for the government, writes Opposition MP William Heather.

Letters to the Editor

Black rock construction work ‘approved’

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

The environmental impact assessment of the work being done near the Black Rock Social Centre in Nikao has been completed and approved, says the National Environment Service.

Local


Teacher making steady recovery from listeria

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in

Apii Te Uki Ou teacher Grace Archer, who contracted a listeria infection in Rarotonga, has acknowledged the messages and donations supporting her during her treatment in New Zealand.


Returnee in quarantine cops ‘unwanted criticism’

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National

A parent of one of the returnees who has been put in quarantine is disappointed with Te Marae Ora health ministry’s public response on the matter.

Health


It doesn’t get any grander than this! Local fisherman lands first "Grander" of the year

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Seasoned angler Paku Poila has landed the first blue marlin “grander” (weighing 1000 pounds or more) of the year with a 474.2 kg (1045 pounds) monster.

Local


Muri crash case: Deceased’s family question ruling

Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

The truck driver involved in the Muri crash that resulted in death of a foreign worker has been fined $450 and disqualified from driving for 12 months or holding a driver's license.

Crime


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