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Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
An extra special day for Nukutere College prize giving
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Layered in a tower of ei’s, Nukutere College Dux of the Year Zhera Moetaua had to be guided back to her seat by classmates at the school’s prize giving day. The annual awards held at the St Joseph’s Hall yesterday was no different from any other. Parents, families and friends who attended the special day […]
Stepping up their ‘floral game’
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Nine schools participated in the Mire Tiare competition that wrapped up on Thursday.
MPs attend intake tour
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
Navy aircraft conducts repatriation of French nationals to Tahiti
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Three French nationals, who were stranded on Rarotonga due to Covid-19, boarded a repatriation flight to Tahiti yesterday morning.
French national denied travel
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
Lawyer charged with indecent assault bailed
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands lawyer Wilkie Rasmussen, who is facing indecent assault charges, has been granted permission to travel to Tongareva after agreeing to pay a bond of $5000 to the Ministry of Justice.
Te Onu creation wows crowds
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Avarua’s turtle masterpiece has been proudly showcased in the school’s classroom to mark Te Mire Tiare - Rarotonga's annual flower festival.
Barge granted permission to berth at Avatiu
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The new barge MV Taunga Nui acquired by Cook Islands General Transport has been granted permission to berth at the Avatiu Port.
Impressive floral displays for Te Mire Tiare
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Drums from the Ministry of Culture alerted schools to the arrival of the judging panel for the Mire Tiare competition on Thursday.
Barge crew swab tests needed before disembarkment
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
MV Taunga Nui crew members will be required to stay on board the barge while Te Marae Ora takes swab tests.
State funeral for a great son of Mangaia
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Former Prime Minister the late Jim Marurai was a man of few words, but you could always count on those words being honest and straightforward. He will always be fondly remembered by a grateful nation.
A man of faith and service
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
To mark his nomination for the Tane Toa Kuki Airani December-February 2021, Papa Tangimetua Kapi will be at the Islander Hotel on Thursday to celebrate with friends and family.
Covid-19 won't stop family reunion this holiday season
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For many years leading up to Christmas, family reunions were the norm, when hundreds of families would fly into Rarotonga from overseas. For one family, this year's event may be quieter but Covid-19 won't get in the way of their plans.
LGBTQ+ groups slam bill deferral
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
LGBTQ+ rights groups say the fight for equal rights will continue, despite further delays put up by elected officials.
Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.
Tiare manea on full display
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Airport Authority’s stunning Mire Tiare display portrays the innovation, time, work and commitment from the staff towards the government decorated properties competition.
An ocean of flowers - Rarotonga prepares for Mire Tiare week.
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Members of the Rarotonga Bowling Club created an impressive arrangement of flowers and plants to represent “the abundance of the ocean - te manea o te moana and marine life” for Mire Tiare week.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Te Kara Run for the special ones
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands will be hosting a colourful fun Te Kara Run this Friday in a bid to support children and caregivers living with autism.
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