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Visitor shares solution for waste problem
Friday 29 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
An increase in the number of visitors to Rarotonga and Aitutaki is resulting in them leaving behind a much bigger “foot-print” than ever before - in the form of raw sewage.
'Unbeatable' gift for fishing group
Friday 29 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
A seven metre, 150 horsepower-engined boat named “Yewola”, meaning “unbeatable”, will soon be hauling in fish around the coast off Rarotonga, thanks to a generous donation via the Japanese Grassroots Human Security Project.
Crowds honour Dame Margaret
Friday 29 September 2017 | Published in Local
Crowds lined the roadside to pay their respects as the paata carrying the casket of the late Dame Margaret Makea Karika Ariki, 98, was carried from the Karika Palace along the main road to the National Auditorium for a special State funeral yesterday morning.
Goods and services range up to $4.2 million
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Twenty-nine open tenders for purchases of goods and services from a total of seven different government agencies were recorded in the financial year 2016/17.
CITTI course inspires the latest clothing label
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
Never heard of “Sobati” before?
Protest against levies gets the wanted results
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Fruit and vegetable levies that were set to push up the price of some produce this month until November 30 have been dropped.
'Relax, but keep an eye out,' police warn
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Following two thefts in the last couple of days, police are reminding visitors to the island to be on guard.
Brown set to raise 'super' problems
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
Minister of Finance Mark Brown says the government will raise the issue of the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund with the New Zealand government.
'Keep out of our carpark' - RSA
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands RSA says it’s fed up with people visiting the airport parking their vehicles and bikes in front of their building rather than in the newly-automated airport carpark.
Meeting focuses on youth offending
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
Over 30 members of the judicial system from all around the South Pacific have joined forces in Rarotonga in a bid to address youth offending this week.
Speedster in for 'chat'
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
The unidentified rider of a jetski seen speeding across Avatiu Harbour at around 6.30pm on Monday has probably by now had a chat with Harbour Master Saungaki Rasmussen over speed limits within the harbour.
No bail for child sex-accused
Thursday 28 September 2017 | Published in Local
A local man facing nine serious sexual offence charges for the alleged sexual violation of several children under the age of 15 on Palmerston, has had applications for name suppression and bail denied.
Partnering ministries there to help
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Meet two friendly faces of the Public Service, for business and tax.
Tourism Week focuses on local culture
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Visitors to Rarotonga got a firsthand experience in the art of making flower ei during Tourism Week (Epetoma O Te Turoto) festivities yesterday at Maire Nui Park in Avarua.
Protecting against the sun and the rain
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Published in Local
Whether you need your office chair re-covered, mesh installed on your windows in a bid to escape those pesky mosquitos, or maybe you need a new tarpaulin in time for summer; South Pacific Canvas can supply services to suit needs both big and small.
Tereora on track for crucial exams
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Published in Local
Study-mode time for Tereora College students was activated two weeks ago following the release of this year’s NCEA exam timetable.
Just talk to us: Amnesty office
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
“Come forward and talk to us.”
Change would safeguard NZ payments
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Published in Local
Advocates for changing the national super scheme say it would make more sense to allow all CINSF members to withdraw their entire contribution at age 60 to 64 to safeguard their NZ Superannuation should they qualify for it.
Huge money at stake in 'super' issue
Wednesday 27 September 2017 | Published in Local
Cook Islanders who must compulsorily contribute to the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund and who also qualify for New Zealand Superannuation pension will find themselves hugely disadvantaged when it comes time to collect their Kiwi entitlement.
Barge finally hits the water
Tuesday 26 September 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
After several weeks delay, the Ports Authority Aitutaki barge was finally loaded safely onto container ship Imua II on Saturday.
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