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Govt cuts bike licence fee
Tuesday 20 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The motorbike licence fee for visitors has been slashed by more than half to $40.
Drones versus privacy on Rarotonga
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
With tourist season in full swing, the island is set to receive an influx in holidaymakers with their inevitable cameras, selfie sticks, GoPro video cameras and, more recently, drones.
Experienced hand on the beat
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
It’s rare for a police officer to leave the service and return to the fold many years later, but that’s just what Mautara Cummings did after returning home to the Cook Islands and spending some years working outdoors.
Family Law bill is Napa's big focus
Monday 19 June 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Selina Napa says there are a lot of big issues to consider in the next parliament and – despite being a member of the Opposition - she just wants some of the bills passed.
Visiting PM gets into the spirit of Just Play
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
There was plenty of excitement and energy at Victoria Park this week with over 200 children actively involved in the Just Play village festival.
PACER deal could help us
Monday 19 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The controversial PACER-Plus deal was signed this week despite the notable absence of three major Pacific island economies, raising questions about the viability of the agreement to the region.
Change brings fresh start for Demo Party
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
When I was elected Leader of the Democratic Party, one thing impressed upon me by supporters was for the party they love to regain its credibility and offer hope to the people of the Cook Islands of a better alternative to the current government.
Submarine cable ready by 2019
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
The announcement by visiting New Zealand prime minister Bill English on Wednesday that New Zealand is committing $15 million of funding towards the Manatua submarine cable between Samoa and French Polynesia, is welcome news for internet users on Rarotonga and Aitutaki.
Pension changes in the wind – English
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
New Zealand Prime Minister Bill English has promised to put the controversial issue of pension portability for the three countries that are part of the NZ realm early on his government’s list of priorities if voted back into office.
Climate change brings early fruit delights
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
While mango lovers will be delighted with the news, there’s something unusual going on with crops on the island this year.
Te Mato Vai now in full flow
Monday 19 June 2017 | Published in Local
Healthy water supplies for the island of Rarotonga will be the single biggest benefit of the Te Mato Vai project.
Raro stars fly off to Australia
Monday 19 June 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Seven bags of starry hope are to jet off from Rarotonga and make their way to Brisbane where they will become part of the One Million Stars to End Violence project.
Investigation throws up more questions
Friday 16 June 2017 | Published in Local
Retired Australian police officer Rod Henderson is continuing his investigation into the mystery disappearance of Lissette Brito from the yacht Zangano while on a voyage to Rarotonga last year.
Cable funding 'good news' says Bluesky boss
Friday 16 June 2017 | Published in Local
Bluesky Cook Islands country manager Phill Henderson has greeted as “good news”, Tuesday’s announcement by visiting New Zealand prime minister Bill English that New Zealand will contribute $15 million dollars to the total cost of constructing the Manatua submarine cable.
Crash course in Chinese aids communication
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Published in Local
Three Maritime Police officers and two Fisheries officers from the Ministry of Marine Rescources (MMR) offshore division have completed an introductory course in the Chinese language (Mandarin), in a bid to improve relations and communications with Chinese fishing boat captains and crew.
Just Play triggered an afternoon of smiles
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Published in Local
This month’s Just Play event, held yesterday at Victoria Park fields was a very special one.
Local artists head off to Tahiti
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Published in Local
Three Cook Islands artists are attending the Polynesian Artist gathering “Putahi”, being held for the fifth consecutive year.
Food treats abound at annual night market
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Published in Local
A collaboration between Prime Foods and BTIB will see the third annual Prime Foods’ Night Market take place on Friday at the Punanga Nui market from 5pm to 9pm.
A friendly farewell for visiting PM
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The close relationship between Cook Islands and New Zealand appeared even friendlier yesterday as Kiwi prime minister Bill English bid farewell to our little paradise.
Fee hike brings job losses
Thursday 15 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
At least one rental company in Rarotonga has started laying off staff due to the repercussions to its business from the hike in the motorbike license fees which came into effect in October last year.
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