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Marae Moana Act draws criticism
Thursday 30 May 2019 | Published in Local
A workshop attended by community leaders and fisheries experts last week poked holes in the idea that the Marae Moana Act, which prioritises conservation in the Cook Islands’ marine space, restricts the country’s earning potential.
Talbot completes 3000 km
Thursday 30 May 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot has walked 3000 kilometres through and is expected to be in Cape Reinga on June 11.
Pasifika Opera stars in Rarotonga
Thursday 30 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The amazing voices of Pasifika Opera singers will grace the Cook Islands once again.
Teau Vainetini Tivaivai on exhibit
Wednesday 29 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Teau Vainetini tivaivai (hand embroidery) sewing group of Puaikura are exhibiting their beautiful creative pieces at the Calvary Hall this week until Friday.
History preserved in ancient stones
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Museum received a unique set of ancient stone adze heads and pounders last week. The four large ancient stone adzes and two stone pounders were gifted by Vaine Veiao on behalf of the Teariki Veiao family. The stone adzes are ancient cutting tools similar to an axe.
A feast of taste and culinary art
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Published in Local
A feast of culinary art and fine dining was enjoyed at a classy dinner party in aid of young kayakers on Saturday night.
Concerns over water safety continue
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism says there are severe gaps in our laws and regulations regarding water safety.
NES celebrates biodiversity day
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The National Environment Service (NES) together with director Nga Puna celebrated International Biodiversity Day last Wednesday evening to commemorate the occasion in the Cook Islands, hosting a special event at their headquarters in Tupapa.
Te Vaerua receives grant for rehabilitation work
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Te Vaerua Community Rehabilitation Service is back in business and is now operating from their new premises at 48a Pokoinu Road in Nikao.
Tanga joins sailing school vessel
Sunday 26 May 2019 | Published in Local
Ministry of Marine Resources’ assistant VMS analyst Tanga Morris joined the Sea Education Association’s (SEA) Sailing School Vessel (SSV) Brigantine Robert C. Seamans when it departed Avatiu Harbour on Wednesday for Palmerston Island.
First designer event Te Ata o Avaiki
Saturday 25 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Empowering and inspiring emerging Cook Islands designers through culture and environment to promote creativity in fashion, is the theme behind a new event initiated by the Ministry of Cultural Development (MOCD).
Talbot – two weeks to end walk
Saturday 25 May 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot has two more weeks to complete the Te Areroa Trail of 3200 kilometres in New Zealand.
Tall ship calls in
Friday 24 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Tall Ship the SSV Robert C. Seamans called into Avatiu harbour on Monday morning with a stop-over during its five-week educational voyage.
Call to reveal meth dealers
Friday 24 May 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The call to reveal methamphetamine users and dealers before it affects the future generation of the Cook Islands has been made on social media.
It's World Turtle Day
Thursday 23 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Today is World Turtle Day – an annual celebration that has been taking place since 2000.
Turtleman refutes rescue report
Thursday 23 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Turtleman Tours owner-operator has refuted claims made against them of a recent mishap in the Avaavaroa Passage.
Vainekeu family wins Nukutere monster raffle
Thursday 23 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Vainekeus won the $30000 Nukutere College Monster raffle drawn on Friday evening at the school grounds, and are pictured receiving their cheque yesterday afternoon.
French Navy patrol boat visits Rarotonga
Wednesday 22 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Just over two years old, the ship weighs 20,000 tons, is 64 metres in length and has a crew of 23 of which five are female.
Aucklanders show support
Wednesday 22 May 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Creative Trail walker James Talbot was taken by surprise when supporters at the Polynesian Centre in Mangere donated $2600 towards his fundraising initiative.
Turtle tourist party 'rescued'
Wednesday 22 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
A group of tourists are counting their lucky stars after being reportedly rescued from the Avaavaroa passage while on a turtle tour last week.
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