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Army recruit book launch
Wednesday 27 July 2016 | Published in Local
A book which tells the story of a group of Cook Islanders recruited by the New Zealand army in 1966, will be launched at the Ruatonga meeting house at 5pm today.
Atamira exhibition to honour Ui Ariki
Wednesday 27 July 2016 | Published in Local
In RECOGNITION of the 50th anniversary of the formation of the House of Ui Ariki under the Cook Island’s constitution the Cook Islands National Museum is exhibiting 14 of the atamira (thrones of chiefs) specially commissioned for this year’s celebrations.
Catholic group reaches Poland safely
Wednesday 27 July 2016 | Published in Local
THIRTY-ONE Catholic youths from the Cook Islands have arrived safely in Krakow, Poland for the 2016 World Youth Day (WYD) celebrations.
Clinic's great work inspires car gift
Wednesday 27 July 2016 | Published in Local
ESTHER HONEY Foundation staff were overjoyed yesterday morning to receive a car generously donated to them by New Zealanders Vaska Frolova and Neil Fox.
Govt supports FIU enquiries
Wednesday 27 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
PRIME minister Henry Puna says the government fully supports the roles and responsibilities of all agencies engaged in the regulatory oversight of public expenditure and the conduct of its administration.
New software brings better forecasting ability
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
FIFTEEN Pacific island meteorological services across the region were gifted laptops at last week’s week-long workshop in Avarua. Pacific Islands met services from around the region underwent training on how to use the system using the new laptops equipped with the software that will help strengthen meteorological service officers’ forecasting abilities.
Workshop paves way for the future
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
COOK ISLANDS Meteorological Service director Arona Ngari has acknowledged the support of the Korean government for last week’s Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation training workshop for Pacific met officers.
Winds of change reach Pacific met serviees
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
METEOROLOGY in the Pacific Islands is largely a male dominated field, but things could be changing.
'Giving tree' plans underway already
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
CHRISTMAS might be a way off yet, but planning is already well underway for the 2016 BSP Giving Tree.
Asbestos awareness lacking
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
A NEW survey about asbestos awareness in the Pacific Islands shows six in 10 people, aged under 30 years, have little or no knowledge about the dangerous mineral and its associated health risks.
Meteorology workshop declared a success
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
A PACIFIC Women in Meteorology feature series to be released by November this year is just one of the outcomes of a three-day communications training for Pacific Meteorologists held on Rarotonga last week.
Seabed contract 'significant milestone'
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS Investment Corporation has signed a contract with the International Seabed Authority a deal that is regarded “as being a significant milestone in the Cook Islands aspirations to realise the potential of the mineral resource within its Exclusive Economic Zone”.
Rarotonga's jet blast thrill seekers cautioned
Tuesday 26 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation has reiterated that promoting tourism activities around the jet blast area is not acceptable.
Students present spectacular show
Monday 25 July 2016 | Published in Local
Students of Tereora College presented a stunning cultural performance at the school’s Princess Anne Hall last Friday.
Effort to promote water safety skills
Monday 25 July 2016 | Published in Local
INTERNATIONAL Surf Lifesaving Association (ISLA) representatives are coming to Rarotonga in October to raise awareness for water safety initiatives on the island.
Police gear up for big festival
Monday 25 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS Police Service is stepping up its presence on Rarotonga’s roads and public areas leading up to the Cook Islands Constitution Celebrations (Te Maeva Nui) which start on Friday this week.
Ministers stay home in advance of festival
Monday 25 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
ALL SIX cabinet ministers are expected to remain in the country this week to be part of the annual Te Maeva Nui festival.
Investigation launched after Takuvaine smash
Monday 25 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A FEMALE driver, who is under police investigation, escaped serious injuries after the car she was driving veered off the road in Takuvaine over the weekend.
Church denies role in work row
Monday 25 July 2016 | Published in Local
A PASTOR on the tiny northern island of Rakahanga has denied it was a rule imposed by a church that stopped 20 people from the island travelling on a boat and cargo being unloaded on a Saturday.
Hopeless-ly devoted to entertaining passengers
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Bus rides in new places can be interesting, exciting or even a little bit daunting.
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