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Creating vibrant art from everyday trash
Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Weaving vibrant intricate art pieces from every day trash, is a passion for Sabine Janneck, a staunch advocator of waste management.
DAY 11: Talbot in Queenstown
Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Creative Trail hiker James Talbot has made it to his first major stop on his 3200- kilometre walk in New Zealand, the tourist mecca of Queenstown.
Probe into bunker vessel
Saturday 9 February 2019 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Marine Resources has started an investigation into an incident involving a Cook Islands-flagged bunker vessel that provided assistance to a fish factory vessel on a list of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing vessels. Director of Offshore Fisheries Tim Costelloe says the ministry was notified in December by the South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO) that the bunker vessel had breached regulations. He says the Cook Islands has been working closely with the organisation to resolve the issue, as one of its 15 member countries. The bunker vessel, Hai Soon 26 – an oil tanker that refuels other vessels at sea - is one of only six of the Singaporean Hai Soon company’s large fleet registered to the Cook Islands. “We were advised of the breach of SPRFMO regulations resulting from the transfer of fuel to the fishing vessel. As a result, the ministry undertook an investigation into the matter, and must now provide a compliance plan to SPRFMO outlining how it will ensure this breach does not occur again.” The ministry has advised the Hai Soon company of updated requirements to ensure incidents of this type do not re-occur. “Hai Soon followed procedure in providing prior notification to MMR of the fuel transfer which took place just outside Peru’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in July last year. “It appears the Hai Soon company may have been unaware of the fishing vessel’s IUU listing at the time the fuel order was made. A vessel name change also appears to have added to the operator’s confusion. “As far as the ministry is aware, the vessel is operating under a new name and new ownership and had applied to be removed from the IUU list.” The refuelling event took place during a trip where the fishing vessel was not conducting any fishing activities, but navigating with a skeleton crew from Peru to China, after being cleared by the USA, Belize and Peruvian authorities through due legal process. MMR Secretary, Pamela Maru, welcomes the requirement to submit a plan to SPRFMO using it as “an opportunity to review management measures we have in place, and to identify how we can further strengthen these. “The Cook Islands has a robust regulatory framework for managing offshore fishery resources, including a highly skilled and dedicated fisheries monitoring, surveillance and enforcement team to track and control fishing vessel activities and ensure compliance.” The ministry uses a suite of tools and technology such as the satellite-based vessel monitoring system, electronic reporting of catch, fisheries observers, boarding and inspections as well as a network of compliance officers around the region that aid in the management of fishing vessels. - MMR
Resort gets behind the climb
Friday 8 February 2019 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The new owners of Magic Reef Beach Bungalows in Arorangi have got behind their local Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade by sponsoring their Sky Tower Stair Climb challenge.
Day 10.5: So far 87 donors for Creative Centre
Friday 8 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot continues his 3200 kilometre walk in New Zealand along the Te Araroa Trail aiming to raise $300,000 for the Creative Centre in Rarotonga.
Day 10: Talbot adjusts to nature, walk continues
Thursday 7 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot says he is now adjusting to nature and the groove of things as he continues his Creative Trail Feb 2019 walk in New Zealand.
Traditional No'oanga in memory of fallen soldier
Thursday 7 February 2019 | Published in Local
A Cook Islands traditional chair was presented to the In Flanders Fields Museum in Belgium in remembrance of Kiro Luke Adam, the only Cook islander to be buried in Belgium during World War I.
Day Nine: 80 donors so far for Creative Centre fundraiser
Wednesday 6 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot has acknowledged the number of people who have so far donated towards the Creative Centre’s respite care units in Rarotonga.
Resort staff gather for memorial
Tuesday 5 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Many gathered at the Rarotongan Beach Resort and Spa on Sunday for the memorial service of the resort’s two staff members who recently passed away.
Day Eight: Safety fears on trail
Tuesday 5 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
On day eight of his Creative Trail journey, James Talbot was on route to Princhester Hut, as part of his 3200 kilometres walk of the Te Araroa Trail in New Zealand.
Belgian service to honour fallen soldier
Tuesday 5 February 2019 | Published in Local
A remembrance service for the only Cook Island soldier to be buried in Belgium - Kiro Luke Adam will be held at the New Irish Farm Cemetery there today.
Hosking-Ellis back from Pacific women's anti-violence meeting
Saturday 2 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands National Council for Women president Rebecca Hosking-Ellis recently returned from the 8th Regional Meeting of the Pacific Women’s Network Against Violence Against Women (PWNAVAW).
Maori king visits for aunt's 70th
Saturday 2 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The New Zealand Maori king, Te Arikinui Kiingi Tuheitia-Tuheitia Paki attended the intimate 70th birthday celebration of Mahinarangi Dwane, (Pa Ariki’s sister) on Wednesday evening.
Warning on pyramid-selling schemes
Saturday 2 February 2019 | Published in Local
The government is once again cracking down on illegal pyramid-selling schemes.
Day Five: Talbot 130 kilometres in
Saturday 2 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
JAMES Talbot has completed 130 kilometres so far in his ultra-marathon walk for the Rarotonga Creative Centre fundraiser.
Finley the face of Weet-Bix
Friday 1 February 2019 | Published in Local
Taking up challenges is what 9-year-old Finley Tutaka-Brown believes is her biggest motivation.
New playground welcomes all
Friday 1 February 2019 | Published in Local
The much-anticipated children’s adventure playground has officially opened for youngsters all across the island.
Day Four: Two days ahead of schedule
Friday 1 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
James Talbot is two days ahead of schedule for the Rarotonga Creative Centre fundraiser, walking the Te Araroa Trail of 3200 kilometres in New Zealand.
Fond memories of crash victim
Friday 1 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The motorcycle rider who died from injuries he received in an early Wednesday morning crash has been described by his employer as a star performer.
Day Three: Talbot walks 27.5km
Thursday 31 January 2019 | Published in Local
ON Day Three of the Creative Trail walk, James Talbot made his way through Longwood Forest aiming for the landmark Martin’s Hut.
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