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Workers to be allowed out of their contracts
Thursday 18 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Some leading employers want to release expat workers who wish to return to their home countries, the Prime Minister says.
Puaikura Fire Brigade receives new compressor
Wednesday 17 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Former volunteer fireman of the Puaikura Fire Brigade, Don Beer has replaced an important machinery that was stolen from the fire station a fortnight ago.
Protests against mandatory helmets move to Parliament
Tuesday 16 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
For the past month, anti-helmet law protesters have run horn-tooting rallies through town. Yesterday, they took their bikes and their voices to Parliament.
The Cooks tourism is to go green
Tuesday 16 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Sue Fletcher-Vea’s environmental legacy could be a cap on tourist numbers, say friends.
Succulent reef fish support fishers
Monday 15 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
These are fish one could never eat from the Rarotonga lagoon, without risking poisoning.
Cooks-flagged ships accused of defying Iran trade embargo
Sunday 14 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Two Cook Islands-registered fuel tankers are being investigated under suspicion of smuggling oil out from Iran in defiance of international embargoes.
Fresh is the best
Sunday 14 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Garden-fresh vegetables and crops were tenderly packed into 100 kikau baskets and distributed this week to families feeling the strain of providing good wholesome meals on their tables.
Covid-19 and stress: The heart of the problem
Sunday 14 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
The passing of tourism leader Sue Fletcher-Vea, who died of cardiac arrest at just 52, has brought new clarity to her work with Dr Evangelene Daniela-Wong to help Cook Islanders manage the stress and anxiety of Covid.
Dolphins befriend lone whale
Saturday 13 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
A young male humpback has been frolicking alone off Rarotonga for the past couple of weeks – until he was befriended by a pod of dolphins.
Mona Jr's dad backs helmets
Saturday 13 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Four months after 14-year-old Mona Ioane Jr’s tragic road death, his father Mona Sr wants to save other families from that pain.
Month's delay expected for helmets law
Friday 12 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Hundreds of people are unable to get helmets in time for new law’s June 26 start date.
A ray of sunshine
Thursday 11 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Rarotonga family and friends yesterday bid farewell to tourism stalwart Sue Fletcher-Vea.
Keeping it clean
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The waves of World Oceans Day will spill out for weeks culminating in a big beach-clean-up.
'Heartbreak' at tourism leader's sudden death
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Family are gathered in Cook Islands and in New Zealand to pay their respects to tourism leader Sue Fletcher-Vea, who passed away suddenly in Rarotonga Hospital yesterday.
'The flames were moving so fast'
Tuesday 9 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
A family who lost all their possessions in a house fire are asking for support from the community.
Pay package for new police
Monday 8 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
New police recruits are receiving an additional $1057 following the implementation of the new government pay structure.
Raised voices in protest
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Motorbike helmets rallies will head to Parliament this month.
Island doctor to return home
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
He helped others; now his family are able to show him the same respect.
'Startling' penalty for dog owner
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Bobby Tutangata was fined $150 for being the owner of two dogs who startled a person in Matavera.
'Heartbreaking' living conditions inspire village dream
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Two papas living in a wet tin shed; a mama in a tent – these are the sad sights that are driving plans for a retirement village in Cook Islands.
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