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A true statesman
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Police Commissioner Maara Tetava said it was only right that outgoing Prime Minister Henry Puna was given a farewell fit for the statesman he is by the Cook Islands Police Service.
Whopper patuki wins reef fishing comp
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Dressed up in their favourite ladies attire, a record number of anglers took part in the Mamas Reef Fishing competition.
A step closer to 'cleaner drinking water'
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
The first dosing of poly aluminium chloride (PACI) to the settling tank took place at the Ngatoe water intake yesterday.
BTIB staff member suspended amid government investigation
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
A Business Trade and Investment Board staff member has been suspended in a matter that has brought on the involvement of the Cook Islands Audit Office.
Traditional leaders call for new water bill
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
If government is adamant that householders will be charged for water, then landowners should be entitled to the annual royalties, says the Koutu Nui.
Repatriating foreign workers key priority
Saturday 26 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
With depleting cash reserves and increased borrowing, Cook Islands businesses are realising there is only so much they can do to keep staff productive.
Speaking with your hands
Friday 25 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
John Paul Lindsay was two-years-old when his mother Iriti Maoate noticed something was not right while they were at a float parade in town.
Top footballer left partly paralysed in motor vehicle crash
Friday 25 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A fundraising effort is underway to help Moeroa Harmon get back on her feet.
Pa Enua athletes need helmets: Police
Friday 25 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
There will be no respite from the soon-to-be-enforced helmet law during next month’s Cook Islands Games, police say.
Almost there
Friday 25 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
The new Avatiu Bridge will be fully operational by the end of this month.
Amuri inspires seedling business in New Zealand
Thursday 24 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A Cook Islands village is the inspiration behind a New Zealand seedling business that has raised more than $1500 for an animal rescue organisation.
Perfecting their dance moves
Thursday 24 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Rarotonga is humming with energy in preparation for the ‘Olympic Games’ of the country - the 2020 Cook Islands Games.
Mamas reef comp for everyone
Wednesday 23 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Covid-19 has presented more than a few challenges, but at Cook Islands Game Fishing Club, they have been improvising.
Gifts for Are Pa Metua gratefully received
Wednesday 23 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Pa metua or older persons at the Are Pa Metua Centre will now be able to make a cup of tea and have the convenience of a water machine to satisfy their thirst.
Kia Orana
Wednesday 23 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Veronica Tangitamaine Rere George hand signs ‘Kia Orana’ to promote International Sign Language Week with a smile on her face and love in her heart.
A peaceful place to relax
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A team from Landholdings Ltd is working on a recreational picnic area at Papua Vai Marere, previously known as Wigmore’s Waterfall in Vaimaanga.
A life dedicated to education
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The late Te Hau Arii Te Mahara Karotaua Pero Tamarua, also affectionately known as Aunty Maara Karotaua dedicated her career to education.
Time for warning is over: Police gearing up to apply helmet law
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
With most retailers around Rarotonga carrying stock, Cook Islands Police says it will begin enforcing the mandatory helmet law as of October 1.
Pre-loved fashion team supports Creative Centre
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A successful pre-loved fashion pop-up shop sale has donated 15 per cent of each item sold to the Creative Centre.
Filipino expatriate workers return home
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Eleven Filipino expatriate workers returned to their home country yesterday.
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