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Setting sail on a voyage of dreams
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Published in Local
One MAY have noticed the frequent visits of different sailors in yachts coming in to berth at the Avatiu Wharf.
Finding freedom through Art
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Published in Local
Most of the inmates weren’t interested when they first heard about the programme, about the artist who would be coming to the prison to run therapy sessions twice a week.
Tourism rewards island communities
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
COOK ISLANDS Tourism Corporation’s drive to empower the local community to take pride in their islands under the Kia Orana Values project is gaining momentum.
'Superman' fund aims for $50,000
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Efforts are being made to raise necessary funds to help the recovery of Cook Islander Ngametua Tupe Takau Tupuna Willie, aka “Superman.”
Pension wait time slashed
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Published in Local
EXPECT big changes to pension rules for Cook Islanders living overseas when the new Welfare Amendment Act comes into force.
Bribery allegations denied
Thursday 7 July 2016 | Published in Local
DEFENCE lawyer Rodney Harrison has denied allegations that Aitutaki MP Teina Bishop received bribery favours.
Tereora College promotes culture
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
In A bid to raise young peoples’ awareness of Cook Islands culture, Tereora College organised a Culture Day on Thursday of last week.
Donation helps patients back on their feet
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
Fity PAIRS of crutches were donated to the Ministry of Health at the Rarotonga Hospital yesterday, alleviating a long-time problem for the hospital
Livestock farming still a challenge
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS has yet to be able to make any significant reductions in the amount of meat imported into the country, despite past attempts to establish a consistent local supply of pork and goat meat.
Operation Reitaki makes history
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
The COOK Islands and the Republic of Kiribati made history during Operation Reitaki 2016, the first maritime surveillance operation between the two nations, last month.
Working to protect a little paradise
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
Research conducted by Te Ipukarea Society has found that many visitors are aware of the impacts of tourism on the environment, and are actually looking for opportunities to help offset these impacts. This has led to the development of the Mana Tiaki Protect a Little Paradise programme.
Archive project still at concept stage
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
awaiting final design and construction details and confirmation of a funding source.
Bishop's business links detailed
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
DETAILS of former Minister of Marine Resources, Teina Bishop and his “close relationship” with a Chinese fishing vessel executive, who allegedly sought favours, were presented before Judge Justice Colin Doherty and members of the jury at the Cook Islands High Court yesterday.
Local diver down there with the best
Wednesday 6 July 2016 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands were represented at a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) director training course held in the Dominican Republic late last month.
Beautfy from above
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
This picture of a Pearl Farm in Manihiki Atoll taken by New Zealand photographer Richard Sidey was shortlisted for the top prize in the Atkins CIWEM EnvironmentalPhotographer of the Year 2016 competition.
House of Ariki photos a hit with readers
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
Monday’s centrespread featuring photos of the special 50th Anniversary Ariki Day celebrations attracted plenty of interest from readers, with Solomone Rabulu’s front page photo on Saturday, also generating favourable comments.
Church to host weekend conference
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
CELEBRATION on the Rock Church is hosting its first “Supernatural Now” conference, scheduled to begin this Friday evening.
Bluesky Group in sale negotiations
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
BLUESKY parent company Amper SA plans to sell its South Pacific holdings, including Bluesky Cook Islands, to a Fijian company.
iPhone winner left speechless
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
MARTIN Stetka could not contain his excitement yesterday after he heard he had won a brand-new IPhone 6S in a Bluesky Cook Islands promotion.
Gifts from Australia help two local schools
Tuesday 5 July 2016 | Published in Local
AUSTRALIA’S Arorangi Puaikura New South Wales community has donated more than $10,400 worth of educational equipment to Apii Arorangi and Rutaki primary schools.
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