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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.
'Think wider, think beyond your horizon'
Friday 4 October 2019 | Published in Local
Puaikura and the wider Cook Islands community this week mourn the passing of Vereara Maeva-Taripo, a formidable public figure best known for her dedication to tivaevae, Cook Islands culture and music, and the development of a robust civil society.
'Protect land' to pass down by bloodline
Friday 4 October 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Land protester says she has ‘nothing against adopted children’ – and there’s a good reason why.
Te Kukupa celebrates 30th anniversary
Thursday 3 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The first Cook Islands captain of Te Kukupa, captain Paranapa Ben re-arranged his travel arrangements to be present at the 30th anniversary of the Police Patrol boat held yesterday morning.
Senior citizens after new home
Thursday 3 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
“You need to do something for yourself because you can’t depend on anybody.” These were the words of encouragement shared by an elderly member of the Are Pa Metua Centre during International Day of Older Persons celebration in Rarotonga yesterday.
Support young parents, says Punanga Tauturu
Thursday 3 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Young mothers can be problematic but Punanga Tauturu Inc says they should not be punished for their mistakes in raising their children.
Eviction notice for Christian group
Thursday 3 October 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Youth with a Mission (YWAM) Cook Islands has two months to vacate their premises after the court cancelled their remaining 35-years lease due to unpaid rent.
Extraordinary record for 30yo police boat
Wednesday 2 October 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Police patrol boat Te Kukupa spends more than 100 days at sea every year – more than any other patrol vessel in the Pacific.
Looking for love in all the Rarotongan places
Monday 30 September 2019 | Published in Local
It’s not an easy path to find love, especially when you’re getting on a bit.
20 dogs put down
Monday 30 September 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Police are taking a hard line on dog owners whose pets attack livestock or bite someone.
No dogs on Aitutaki – and now fewer cats
Monday 30 September 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Working for free, veterinarians from the United States have desexed more than 234 cats in a bid to counter Aitutaki’s growing cat population.
Esther Honey 'did not want to leave'
Monday 30 September 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Esther Honey Foundation no longer operates in the Cooks but is still seeking donations on Facebook.
New tug replaces ageing Toa
Monday 30 September 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The grounded fishing boat MV Wairau has been dragged across the lagoon onto the beach at Rutaki.
A meaty job on the cutting edge
Saturday 28 September 2019 | Published in Local
History repeats this week for Teremoana Ngu, whose Mangaian father left the Cook Islands to work in a New Zealand freezerworks in the 80s.
Master artist carves letters after his name
Saturday 28 September 2019 | Published in Local
New graduate Mike Tavioni says anyone can do anything, as long as they admits to not knowing it all and are humble enough to ask for help.
Grieving family remember their 'happy' Lapana
Saturday 28 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
As maritime authorities investigate the safety of the Lady Moana, Lapana Tupou’s family take solace in how happy he was in his final weeks.
Nation unites for Lapana
Friday 27 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Aunty Nga Teao-Papatua is well-known as the radiothon host on Rarotonga, but she’s never hard to to a show like today’s one before.
Public Service boss confirms investigation
Friday 27 September 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Public Service Commissioner Russell Thomas confirms he has asked Infrastructure Secretary Diane Charlie-Puna to stand aside from her role as she is investigated.
Lady Moana had functioning locator beacon, says owner
Thursday 26 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Taio Shipping says it’s cooperating with authorities investigating how a boy went missing from MV Lady Moana.
Visitor rescued from cross island walk
Thursday 26 September 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Police helped an injured tourist from the Wigmore’s waterfall yesterday.
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