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'A lucky moment'
Monday 17 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Local photographer Toru Nooroa, who was part of a Cook Islands Canoeing Association competition on Saturday, took this magnificent picture of a humpback whale.
Wage subsidy 'must be earned'
Monday 17 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A respected Tupapa grower is calling employees on wage subsidy to do community service, if they don’t have any work left at their resorts.
MP Lazaro laid to rest
Saturday 15 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Friends and family remembered Pukapuka/Nassau leader Tekii Lazaro.
'It's okay to be fearful'
Saturday 15 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Leading surgeon Dr John Dunn says it’s understandable that people are fearful after the re-emergence of Covid-19 via community transmission in New Zealand.
Downpours forces water authority to turn on taps of new waterworks
Saturday 15 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
To Tatou Vai were presented with two options for the failed Avana and Turangi water intakes - to patch up the old pipes or replace them completely.
Concerns about adopted 'Cook Islanders'
Saturday 15 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The definition of a Cook Islander was among some of the “sensitive” issues raised during the Immigration Bill select committee meetings in the Pa Enua.
New drive to keep our pepe safe on motorbikes
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Tereora College’s year 13 business class students have been working hard on their business plans and products throughout the year with their mentors from businesses around the country.
Tokoroa comes together
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Two confirmed and up to five probable Covid cases in Tokoroa have Pacific people rallying together to support their close knit community.
'Keeping the island safe'
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
When the Tavioni-Bamber family returned home to Cook Islands last week, they quickly realised they should voluntarily self-isolate.
Papa Terangi passes, leaving 68 offspring
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Ninety-year-old papa taught hard work and respect to the young people of the village.
Judge of distinction and mana' is hailed
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Judge Kenneth Heta Hingston had a “formidable mind and intrinsic grasp of Cook Islands land law,” says a lawyer who often appeared before him.
Letting their voices be heard
Wednesday 12 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Local youths to debate on national issues in Māori language.
Auditorium renovations start
Tuesday 11 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The $1.6 million renovation of the National Auditorium will keep the venue closed for the remainder of 2020.
Sweet treats and family time
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Shontae Iro bakes cakes, lamingtons, brownies, sticky dates, banoffee pies and much more for the community – but what’s her personal favourite? Melina Etches finds out.
Puna in crowded field for top job at Pacific Forum
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The battle to lead the Pacific Forum is becoming increasingly fragmented – and that may just give Henry Puna a chance to come through the middle.
Committee hears expat voices
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Fijian, Philippines and the Indonesian Community have made their oral submissions to the Immigration Select Committee this week.
Community grieves sporting stalwart
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Senior men’s and women’s rugby was cancelled this weekend out of respect for Ngatokorua Ata Piakura, who passed away on Saturday morning.
The cow-dog of Turangi
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Not so long ago, Tina Maoate got a worried phone-call from the old mama across the road at Turangi.
Floods knock out key water mains
Saturday 8 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Severe damage to aged water mains up the Avana and Turangi valleys is cited as evidence of the urgent need to switch over to the new network.
Pride in heritage, 3000km over sea
Saturday 8 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
More than 80,000 Cook Islands Maori call Aotearoa New Zealand home.
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