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Prime Minister acknowledges sacrifice of 'brave men'
Friday 18 October 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
It is with a sense of great relief, says Prime Minister Henry Puna, that the New Zealand government, Defence Force and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission will finally honour in a way befitting of their sacrifice, six of our brave Soldiers who served in the New Zealand Expeditionary Force during World War One.
Strap in, it's going to be an arty ride
Thursday 17 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A Cook Islands mama and her friends are raiding the New Zealand Governor-General’s gardens as they prepare their most prestigious art installation yet.
Cooks WWI heroes get emotional honours today
Thursday 17 October 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Some Cook Islands families will today hear the news they have been waiting 100 years for.
Education programme for drink driving offenders
Wednesday 16 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
An upcoming drink driving education programme is set to target Cook Islanders on probation or serving time for alcohol related driving offences.
Airport plans construction of cargo facility
Wednesday 16 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Airport Authority has identified the land occupied by Are Pa Metua for future development of aviation support services.
Efforts to minimise quarantine risks
Wednesday 16 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Ministry of Agriculture Biosecurity Services have signed a memorandum of understanding with Bluesky to inspect all incoming and outgoing postal items.
Mahi mahi, tuna and a bundle of rope
Wednesday 16 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Darren Cleave from Maori Television fishing show ‘Matau’, pulls up rope discovered floating, while out fishing and filming with his brothers Martin and Jeff, on board Marlin Queen.
Grieving friend calls for helmet law
Tuesday 15 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Jay Cagica and Thomas Riley were best friends. Losing him in a bike smash was devastating.
Infrastructure boss's Edgewater dinner spending was 'oversight'
Tuesday 15 October 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Infrastructure Secretary Diane Charlie-Puna has been allowed to return to work after weeks of enforced leave.
Miss Cook Islands 2019 contestants put on first catwalk show
Monday 14 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Miss Cook Islands Tropicana Parade showcasing striking garments from local designers was well-received by the audience this weekend.
Samson brings the house down
Monday 14 October 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Well-known Rarotonga fitness trainer Tamaiti Samson is able to relax now, after winning silver in the classic physique category of the Pro Natural bodybuilding qualifiers in Auckland, New Zealand this weekend.
Tropicana in the tropics
Saturday 12 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
When Tara Tuarae-White was a girl, she drove her mum mad playing dress-ups. But tonight, she’s dressing the country’s most beautiful women.
World's worst road death rates drive new calls for helmet law
Saturday 12 October 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Four people have died as a result of road crashes this year, police say. They were all riding motorbikes – and none was wearing a helmet.
Te Reo Maori words revived
Friday 11 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Merle Pukerua was delighted to discover old Maori words and terms she had never heard of.
Punanga Nui's tantalising new night market
Thursday 10 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Punanga Nui markets will be operating every Thursday evening from 5 to 9pm, starting tonight.
Churches feed the 500
Thursday 10 October 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Ministers and delegates attending the Cook Islands Christian Church General Assembly will converge in Atiu this week.
Fond farewell for New Zealand's departing Deputy High Commissioner
Wednesday 9 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
New Zealand’s Deputy High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Sam Beckett has been farewelled by her team after a three-year stint.
Tuaine wins prestigious arts award
Monday 7 October 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Glenda Tuaine is one of the seven Pasifika artists who will receive the prestigious Creative New Zealand Arts Pasifika Awards.
Water safety tailored to Cooks needs
Saturday 5 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Five members of Cook Islands Red Cross have returned from Italy, the first qualified water safety and rescue instructors in our region.
24 hours in the life of a stop-go man
Saturday 5 October 2019 | Published in Local
From the alarm of near smashes from speeding cars, to the quiet camaderie in the dark hours of the early morning, the roadworks safety officers play invaluable roles. Story by Izzy Shepherd, with photos by Lawrance Bailey.
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