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THE PACIFIC WAY: Easy eating with this locally-sourced breakfast
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Food
This traditional Cook Islands breakfast with locally sourced products is an enjoyable and fun-flavoured start for the day. By Mereana Hutchinson.
PM Brown says keep moving and eat sensibly
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the biggest killers of our people, according to Prime Minister Mark Brown. He wants to encourage everyone to work together and put their efforts into combating NCDs. “We’ve had 67 people pass away from January to October, and 50 of those deaths were from NCDs,” Brown said. “For men there are […]
Changing the face of men’s health: Growing ‘mos’ to save bros
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
A significant increase in the number of men getting their health checked is a positive sign they are taking seriously the men’s health campaign message – “Get yourself checked”. George George, a driver of the “Movember” movement, says Dr Rangiau Fariu is striving to keep up with the appointments. “It is good to see and […]
Family of boy lost at sea continues to wait for Government to communicate
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The family of a young boy who went missing at sea 14 months ago is still waiting to hear from police and the Ministry of Transport “about where things are at.” Relative Puna Vano said: “All we’ve had is a wall of silence.” Vano was an uncle to little Lapana Tupou who went missing onboard […]
Grassroots celebrations in Round 15 of football competition
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Grassroots Division of footballers comprised of the under 7 mix, under 9 mix and under 12 mix will take the field this afternoon for the last round of games for the Prime Foods Round Cup Competition before the Knockout Cup kicks off next week. Following today’s matches there will be a trophy presentation for […]
For one Mitiaro couple, Home is where the heart is
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Features, Go Local
Since she was a little girl Mitiaro/Nukuroa has always been where Cindyanna Abraham’s heart is. And when you’re a guest at her and her husband Junior’s Divine Retreat, her hope is that you feel like you’re at home too.
Papua Vai Marere: A place for the community to enjoy
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
People are being encouraged to head up to Papua Vai Marere, commonly known as Wigmore’s Waterfall and check out the new picnic area. Landholdings created the space at the waterfall for all in the community to enjoy. Crystal Lam from GHD said they also went the extra mile to put a nib kerb in to […]
Covid-19 tests on low supply
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Health, National
Health officials say a global shortage of Covid-19 testing equipment has affected their ability to receive new supplies, but a new testing lab slated for completion in the next few months will improve capabilities.
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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