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Connecting can make all the difference
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE WORLD Health Organization estimates that over 800,000 people die by suicide each year – that’s one person every 40 seconds.
Apii Avarua's oldest pupil looks back
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane
AS APII Avarua counts down to its centennial celebration, bonfires and the flying of the British flag, the Union Jack is what the oldest surviving student of Apii Avarua recalls the most from her school days.
Always there to lend a hand...
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Published in Local
IN THE 14 years that Noeline and David have called Rarotonga home they have participated about ‘120 per cent’ in the community.
Three new huts add interest to Punanga Nui
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Published in Local
THREE NEW huts are expected to open at the Punanga Nui market in the next couple of weeks.
Plans to link agriculture and tourism
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS Ministry of Agriculture is working with an international development consulting firm to link agriculture to the tourism sector.
Brown slams 'desperate Demos'
Saturday 10 September 2016 | Published in Local
A SCATHING Mark Brown has slammed the opposition over its bid to dump Albert Nicholas from his seat, branding it as “nothing more than a last-ditch desperate attempt by a Democratic Party that had no idea what it is doing”.
Sailing set to host first award night
Friday 9 September 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
SAILING Cook Islands is set to host its first National Awards at the Rarotonga Sailing Club in Muri tomorrow night.
Pet owners should act quickly to prevent animals suffering
Friday 9 September 2016 | Published in Local
Esther Honey Foundation is calling on pet owners to get their pets treated as soon as possible if flea and worm infestations are suspected.
Whales galore means busy time for team
Friday 9 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE WHALE team has been busier than ever in the last couple of weeks! With lots of whales and many guests, there hasn’t been a moment of downtime.
Whale of a result in infra-red trial
Friday 9 September 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
SCIENTISTS have made an astounding breakthrough in their ability to study whales by using infra-red technology in the waters around Rarotonga.
Encouraging pupils to read
Friday 9 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE LANGUAGE and Culture Division at the Ministry of Education has embarked on a number of literacy activities to encourage students to read more.
USP branch notches up another achievement
Friday 9 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS University of the South Pacific (USP) has notched up another student graduation this year.
Mental health strategy launched
Friday 9 September 2016 | Published in Local
MORE Than 1000 people in the Cook Islands are suffering from some kind of mental disorder.
Top policeman underlines importance of training
Friday 9 September 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
POLICE Commissioner Maara Tetava farewelled the graduates of a leadership training seminar last week by telling them it would be one of the most important courses they will ever be part of.
History uncovered, and not a spade in sight
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A 600-year-old marae has been found on Rarotonga, without one spade full of soil being dug up.
Stage event comes with serious aim
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE 2016 You Matter Stage Challenge will be no ordinary arts performance but is driven by the aim of promoting the positive message that every life matters.
US diplomat talks conservation
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A HIGH-RANKING United States diplomat has been in Rarotonga having meetings with government officials on a variety of issues, including support for ocean conservation and sustainability.
Assault matter taking too long, says lawyer
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS police prosecution requested the adjournment of an assault case at the Cook Islands High Court on September 1.
PM showcases our Marae Moana project
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
PRIME Minister Henry Puna highlighted the country’s bid to set up a Marine Park in its EEZ at the Pacific Ocean Summit in Hawaii last week.
New jet to boost Sydney link
Thursday 8 September 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
AIR NEW Zealand is set to introduce its Boeing 777-200 on its direct service between Sydney, Australia and Rarotonga.
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