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Medal marks officer's 15 years of service
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
History and family were the key themes of messages at a special medal ceremony at Ngatipa on Thursday when Lieutenant Commander Kerry Driver was presented with the New Zealand Armed Forces Award.
CITC opens Matavera store
Friday 27 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
The latest Cook Islands Trading Corporation venture, “KAPS Matavera”, was officially opened on a wet Wednesday afternoon.
Salads tasty and good for you, too
Friday 27 July 2018 | Published in Local
On my weekly visit to the Punanga Nui market one recent Saturday I called at the Oasis Hydroponics stall and spoke to manager Jakub Postrzygacz.
Have your say on Muri road issues
Friday 27 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The public has until the end of next month to provide feedback on the proposed Muri Road Improvement Programme.
Sheraton plan abandoned
Thursday 26 July 2018 | Published in Local
Merchant of Paradise has given up on plans to redevelop the derelict Sheraton Hotel site at Vaimaanga.
Nikao CICC marks start of home project
Thursday 26 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
In a special ceremony on Tuesday morning, community members and church leaders came together at Nikao CICC to celebrate the laying of the foundations on the new home for Reverend Oirua Rasmussen and his family.
New Zealand vet to support SPCA
Thursday 26 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
New Zealand-based veterinarian Holly Kendrick has joined the Cook Islands SPCA to provide support in looking after the welfare of animals.
Diving instructors wed underwater
Thursday 26 July 2018 | Published in Local
In a first for the Cook Islands, PADI instructors Lincoln and Lamya Mail were married on Saturday - with a ceremony held underwater.
Aussie students help draft CI law
Wednesday 25 July 2018 | Published in Local
A group of 10 law students from the University of Newcastle in Australia have spent the past three weeks performing legal internships in various government departments around Rarotonga.
USP graduate guest speaker
Tuesday 24 July 2018 | Published in Local
Rarotonga identity Noeline Browne will be guest speaker at next month’s USP-Plus evening.
BSP improving banking service
Monday 23 July 2018 | Published in Local
BSP Cook Islands has taken a big step forward in improving banking services with the Postilion system upgrade which took place on July 13.
Fix for airport carpark issues
Monday 23 July 2018 | Published in Local
While the Rarotonga International Airport’s automated carpark entry system has faced a few teething problems since first being installed last July, a fix is on the horizon.
Fire engine fleet best in the Pacific
Monday 23 July 2018 | Published in Local
Rarotonga International Airport’s fleet of fire engines has recently been restored to its full contingent of four with the arrival of a fully refurbished truck from New Zealand.
Father Damian celebrates 89th year
Saturday 21 July 2018 | Published in Local
When veteran Catholic priest Father Damian Marinus, celebrated his 89th birthday last Saturday it gave Cook Islands Bishop Paul Donoghue an opportunity to highlight the achievements of a remarkable life.
Avarua ramp on track for completion
Friday 20 July 2018 | Published in Local
The three-week plan to rebuild the boat ramp at Avarua harbour is still on track, weather permitting.
Participants set for Kia Orana graduation
Friday 20 July 2018 | Published in Local
Participants in the popular Kia Orana Customer Service (KOCS) course will be celebrating their graduation today at the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute (CITTI) campus in Ngatangiia from 3pm.
Breakfast at the market
Friday 20 July 2018 | Published in Local
This week I visited a hut which serves up delicious breakfast rolls.
Quality justice aim of JP workshop
Friday 20 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Delivery of quality justice has been one of the major focuses of a “Fundamentals of Judging - Decision Formulation” workshop run by two former judges.
Muri road in for some major work
Friday 20 July 2018 | Published in Local
Concept master planning works to identify options for the development of Muri Village area have been completed, Infrastructure Cook Islands has announced.
French navy visiting Rarotonga
Thursday 19 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
In amongst many different vessels of all shapes and sizes coming and going at Avatiu Wharf this week, the French naval vessel Bougainville has called into port for a goodwill visit to the Cook Islands.
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