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Commissioner flies our flag at high-powered conference
Tuesday 3 October 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Commissioner Maara Tetava is representing the Cook Islands Police Service at the Royal
He's working to make our roads safer
Tuesday 3 October 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
A genuine community champion, would be an accurate description of Henry Napa.
Cook Islands signs seabed minerals deal
Tuesday 3 October 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands government has entered into a second agreement relating to seabed minerals with the United States-based company Ocean Minerals LLC (OML).
Hours in the gym richly rewarded
Tuesday 3 October 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
The hours spent in the gym for Miss Cook Islands, Alanna Smith, go hand-in-hand with her fundraising efforts.
Reception honours consul-general
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Honorary Consul-General of Japan John Webb was honoured at a reception at Tamarind House on Wednesday evening.
Tourism finishes big week on a high
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Tourism week was a hive of colourful activity, with Cook Islands Tourism Corporation awarding the top 30 individuals and businesses on both Rarotonga and Aitutaki for their continuous contribution to the Cook Islands tourism industry at the A1 Meitaki Awards.
'OECD got it wrong' – Henderson
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands’ controversial graduation from Official Development Assistance (ODA) has been delayed until 2018, due to the absence of adequate data to support it.
Fund discusses pressing issue
Monday 2 October 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A number of issues were dealt with at the annual Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) members’ general meeting last week.
Helmet charges go criminal
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
The ongoing motorcycle helmet saga which has seen large numbers of young people caught up in the judicial process for over five months, will now see 15 young people faced with their first criminal conviction.
Accident illustrates bike danger
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Parents driving with children on the back of their motorbikes have been urged to take extra care by Cook Islands police after a sleepy toddler resulted in a truck versus motorbike accident which left two people in hospital.
Small school with a big reputation
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Apii Rutaki may be the smallest school on the island, but they certainly displayed a positive performance at the Prince of Wales athletics day.
More power in mutual support
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
An avenue of mutual support has opened up between Te Aponga Uira (TAU) and the island of Atiu by way of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), for improved power management and development.
Alanna represents her country in Italy
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
This weekly column is supplied by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with conservation and environmental issues of interest to the Cook Islands.
Tourism Day celebrated island-style
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
World Tourism Day was a celebrated in Cook Islands style with the third A1 Meitaki Awards taking place at Maire Nui Park earlier this week.
'JK' honoured at unveiling ceremony
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
An unveiling ceremony of the headstone of the late Senior Justice of the Peace John Kenning (known to many as simply “JK” was held on Wednesday this week.
Funeral marks the end of an era
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Thursday’s State funeral for much-loved traditional leader the late Dame Margaret Karika Ariki was a huge occasion, befitting her special status as a Cook Islands icon.
Bluesky shows it really cares
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
Are Pa Metua president Nga Teao-Papatua was overwhelmed with emotion when thanking Bluesky for their generous contributions to the organisation yesterday, which included a new stove and a fridge.
Bid to boost offerings at Auckland AUT
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local
A new generation of Maori and Pacific lecturers is taking up residence at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
Maritime Day makes a big splash
Monday 2 October 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Around 500 excited students from around the island descended on Avatiu wharf yesterday morning for a fun-filled World Maritime Day celebration.
Cash reserves reach $55m
Monday 2 October 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Government’s net cash reserves stood at $55 million at the end of financial year 2016/17 which ended in June this year.
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