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‘Snail mail’ lives up to its name

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

A customer relying on postal mail service to remain in touch with families in Rarotonga has raised concerns over delays in mail delivery.

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Putting energy into preparation and prevention

Thursday 15 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Seven police officers took part in a first aid and emergency response session where they were refreshed on the importance of quick responses in emergency situations and how they can save lives.

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Puna sacked from National Environment Service

Thursday 15 July 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

Nga Puna has been sacked from his role as director of the National Environment Service, becoming the second high profile termination of a senior government official this year.

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Dog and cat desexing clinic a combined effort

Wednesday 14 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Te Are Manu set up its first mobile community pet clinic in Murienua on Tuesday in an attempt to help control the increasing dog and cat population on Rarotonga.

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Runner tourists front with cash

Wednesday 14 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Kiwi tourists caught on CCTV doing a runner from Trader Jacks have finally returned to the establishment and paid up.

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Rarotonga fishers receive marine radios

Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

New hand held VHF (Very High Frequency) marine radios were donated to 13 fishermen by the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR). The donation was a request from the Cook Islands Fishing Association (CIFA).

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Mobile community clinic for spaying dogs

Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Te Are Manu Vet Clinic are stepping in to play their part in controlling the dog population on Rarotonga with a mobile community clinic which they plan to take around the island.

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‘Nasty surprise’ as vandals target vehicle in overnight incident

Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Vandals targeted a vehicle in Avarua on Saturday leaving the owner out of pocket and with an unsightly mess to clean up.

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Transforming lives through compassion

Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Placing the focus on those who are denied by society is the vision of the independent Compassion Project Rarotonga organisation.

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Application for appeal in case against PM and Puna

Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

A case involving Prime Minister Mark Brown and Pacific Forum Secretary General Henry Puna was dismissed in March this year by a High Court judge, but could be brought back to life as lawyer Norman George and Paul Allsworth of Citizens Against Corruption (CAC) apply to appeal the matter.

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Vāito‘anga kite tatau Maori

Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

I teia epetoma (ra 5 ki te ra 8 no Tiurai) kua apai’ia atu te tarere Vāitoʻanga Kite Tatau Māori ki roto i te au apii katoatoa o Rarotonga nei.

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80 drivers currently disqualified for drink driving

Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Three more drivers will be heading to court following the results of their respective blood specimen tests, which had been sought by police in the aftermath of recent road incidents.

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Te Are Karioi Nui reopens after $1.6m major refurbishment

Saturday 10 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Government yesterday morning commemorated the 30-year anniversary of the Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre, Te Puna Korero – the country’s largest multi-complex venue.

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A ‘little fire truck with a heart’

Saturday 10 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

A much needed fire truck has been welcomed to ease the demands of fire emergencies on Rarotonga.

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An afternoon on the greens

Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

The teenagers of Autism Cook Islands spent their Thursday afternoon at the Rarotonga Bowling Club where they were able to show off their bowling skills and enjoy some fun in the soft afternoon sun.

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Crown Law mum on licence amendment

Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

The controversial drivers licencing regulation that requires those aged 60 and over to undergo a medical examination was first raised in January this year. Six months on, there is no progress and the government agency responsible for amending the legislation is keeping mum on the issue.

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Govt, Demos tight-lipped on police investigation of former ministry head

Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National

Political leaders are remaining silent after the recent termination of the head of Infrastructure Cook Islands.

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LEGO therapy for building social skills

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

Autism Cook Islands’ LEGO Masters programme kicked off on Saturday and will run for the next six weeks.

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"If you lose your language, you lose your culture"

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

That is the message from Te Kopapa Reo Maori or the Maori Language Commission for the weeklong Epetoma no te Reo Maori – Maori Language Week, which concludes Friday.

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Covid crisis brings Fijian community closer

Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National

With the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in Fiji, anxiety amongst families watching from afar, including those residing in the Cook Islands, continue to grow. However, with strong support systems and a firm belief in God’s protection, the Fijian community of Rarotonga remain calm and trust that their loved ones will survive the pandemic.

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