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Dog project outcome 'fantastic'
Tuesday 18 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
More than 800 dogs have been desexed on Rarotonga over the past four months as part of an SPCA sterilising and microchipping programme.
Voyage to Manihiki delayed until today
Tuesday 18 December 2018 | Published in Local
THE Taio Shipping Services boat which was to have left for Manihiki yesterday will now leave sometime today, depending on how long it takes to load cargo aboard the vessel.
Fiji charter flights 'canned'
Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local
Two charter flights that were to have offered non-stop travel to and from Fiji during the festive season, have been cancelled.
Resort reunion marks a homecoming
Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium celebrated this weekend in true Cook Islands fashion, with fluorescent coloured T-shirts and feasting and flowers and dancing and singing and speeches, the reunion of staff and all associated with the resort through years.
Tropical Christmas Club's free movie night
Monday 17 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
On schedule for tonight rain or shine, is the annual Tropical Christmas Club Free Movie Night at 6pm.
Delayed voyage to set off for north
Monday 17 December 2018 | Published in Local
A Taio Shipping Services vessel is set to begin the long trip to the northern island of Manihiki today.
No'oanga to be part of WWI collection
Monday 17 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The Cook Islands is about to become part of an astonishing international museum project that commemorates those soldiers who did not return home from World War I.
Ways you can cut down on waste this festive season
Sunday 16 December 2018 | Published in Local
Christmas is usually a time for giving and celebrating.
UB40 ready to hit Raro with their greatest songs
Saturday 15 December 2018 | Published in Local
Astro, of legendary reggae band UB40 took time out this week to answer some questions on the band’s eagerly anticipated concert at the National Auditorium next month. The concert, which will feature world class musicians and what has been touted as the best sound system set up ever seen in the Cook Islands, takes place on January 20.
Pre-Christmas gathering to farewell outgoing NZ High Commissioner
Friday 14 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A festive gathering at Ngatipa on Wednesday night was tinged with a little sadness with the imminent departure of New Zealand High Commissioner Peter Marshall and his wife Pamela.
International treats on offer at market's newest business
Friday 14 December 2018 | Published in Local
During my weekly Saturday trip to Punanga Nui market in Avarua, I visited a new local business at the market.
Reunion honours tourism history
Friday 14 December 2018 | Published in Local
The Rarotongan Beach Resort & Lagoonarium is hosting a reunion for past and present staff as well as returning guests, landowners, and the public this weekend.
Youth event set to light up auditorium
Thursday 13 December 2018 | Published in Local
For a great family night out, come along to enjoy the first Kinura Tapunui (Sacred Harp) music festival on Saturday December 15, at the National Auditorium.
Huge crowd gathers for investiture of Makea George Karika Ariki
Thursday 13 December 2018 | Published in Local
One of the most important traditional ceremonies to be held on Rarotonga for many years brought crowds of spectators to Avatiu yesterday morning as the historic investiture for Makea George Karika Ariki began.
Pre-Christmas airline strike fears eased
Thursday 13 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Fears of a pre-Christmas strike by Air New Zealand unions have eased after three days of discussions between the airline and worker representatives.
Bad weather causes landing delay
Thursday 13 December 2018 | Published in Local
Low cloud, torrential rain and wind were to blame for the delayed landing of an Air New Zealand Boeing 772 at Rarotonga International Airport on Sunday.
It's the Christmas treat they've all been waiting for...
Thursday 13 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The island’s children are in for a treat this afternoon with the annual Tropical Christmas Float parade scheduled to take place today at 4pm.
Christmas concert a real cracker
Wednesday 12 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
New Zealand singer Stan Walker, his band The Levites and top international dancer and DJ Lance Savali will perform a Christmas concert tonight 7pm at the National Auditorium.
Christmas events for the week
Wednesday 12 December 2018 | Published in Local
As Christmas creeps around the corner, the Tropical Christmas Club Committee (TCCC) is busy organising festive events with the focus of helping people enjoy the season.
Lighting up the fun
Wednesday 12 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A spectacular LED (light-emitting diode) light show with music and entertainment for the Tropical Christmas event proved popular with the audience last Saturday night.
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