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Grow, nourish and sustain together
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Farmers share stories of how they adjusted their production and marketing plan to better adapt to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Lucky escape
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Four students on their way to school on Wednesday morning had a close call when the vehicle they were in veered off the road and crashed into a tree outside Tereora College.
Quarantine breach 'selfish and ignorant'
Wednesday 21 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Puna volunteer says man who breached supervised quarantine rules has no respect for the work they do and should face serious consequences.
Having the time of her life
Wednesday 21 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The sheer delight portrayed by Mama Tamanu Scott at the closing ceremony of the Cook Islands Games encapsulated the joy, wonder and spirit of the biggest sporting event of the nation – the Cook Islands Games.
233kg blue marlin puts fisherman through his paces
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A “bigger and better” blue marlin was hauled in at Avatiu Harbour yesterday.
Tuna tagging success relies on the industry
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Pacific Community (SPC) has completed a critical expedition to monitor the health of the world’s largest tuna fishery in the Western and Central Pacific which includes the Cook Islands.
Graduating with tactical combat skills
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
More prison wardens graduate from martial arts training to enhance their skills in controlling restraints against violent inmates or “very hard to control people”.
Consul General Rosie Blake ends seven years of service
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Yesterday marked the end of term of Consulate General Rosaline Blake’s service in the Auckland Consulate Office.
General George honoured to be part of the Games
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Looking into the flames when lighting the cauldron for the opening of the Cook Islands Games, George George felt overwhelmed and became lost in thought.
'Helmet habit saved my life'
Friday 16 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Te Ariki Tuavera is grateful for his habit of wearing a helmet whenever he gets on his motorbike.
92 years and counting …
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Members receive the opportunity to offer something back to their community through Girl Guides initiative.
Roundabout upgrade progressing well
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A Landholdings Ltd staff takes a break while doing renovation work around the Avatiu roundabout and pavement area.
Work together for food security
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Ministry of Agriculture is calling on the public to work together to ensure that the threats of Covid-19 do not affect the nation’s food security.
Using hand movements to convey messages
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Due to popular demand, tuatua rima (sign language) classes will start up again in a few weeks.
A call for regional unity
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
The impact of Covid-19, devastating effects of climate change and natural disasters and the fragile economic health of the Pacific region were the topics of discussion at the second virtual Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting held yesterday.
Fijian community thankful for ministers' support
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Minister for Culture George Angene (Maggie) has offered another piece of land to the Fijian community.
Aid to Cooks and region hits record highs
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
Foreign aid hit historic levels in Cook Islands and the broader Pacific region with more than $3.1 billion spent in the region in 2018, according to a comprehensive study by Sydney-based think-tank Lowy Institute.
Students have a ball
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Glitz, glamour and Hollywood style arrived at the Crown Beach Resort for the Tereora College’s annual school ball.
Government House featured in new book of official residences
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
Cook Islands Government House is featured in a new book that brings together a unique group of official residences for the first time.
World Food Day: 'Grow, nourish, sustain together'
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
E tanu, kia pa’ia e kia vai ‘uatu rai. Ko tatou katoa I te rave’anga no te tuatau ki mua. Grow, nourish, sustain together. Our actions are our future. This is the theme of this year’s World Food Day.
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