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Low demand concerns local growers
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Prime Minister Mark Brown has directed the Finance ministry to explore ways on how the Government could help or provide subsidy to growers who are unable to sell their produce.
'Together as one we move our nation'
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Kia Orana spirit was alive and well at the opening ceremony of the Cook Islands Games 2020.
More returnees expected as Games kick off
Friday 2 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
Another cohort of Cook Islands nationals and residents will arrive in Rarotonga today.
Crash victim passes away
Friday 2 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Filipino expatriate community in Rarotonga are mourning the death of one of their compatriots who passed away yesterday morning.
Plenty of fun and food at Gala Day
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
School holds fundraiser to purchase laptops, a new printer and other items to make learning more interactive for their students.
Helmet law now in effect
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local
No more warnings and extensions, as of today motorcyclists and passengers must wear a helmet or risk incurring a hefty fine.
Former 1970s Kiwis star John Whittaker mourned
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Legend of League John Whittaker, who was the first Cook Islander to wear the black and white jersey and play for the Kiwis has passed away after a brave battle with illness.
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.
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