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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.
Pupils take a look at how things have changed
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
THE 12 WEEK term came to an end yesterday and the school holidays have finally begun.
Migrating as a family almost broke me ...
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
This story of a Cook Islander’s experience of migrating to another country, was written by Evelyn Marsters.
Mitiaro fishing intrigues visitors
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
Te Ipukarea Society staff and volunteers travelled to Mitiaro on Friday, July 15 for the world premiere of the Mitiaro Maroro Tu Traditional Flying Fish Fishery documentary.
Island dogs 'a joy'- SPCA caretaker
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
While some tourists and newcomers may look askance at the number of dogs roaming around Rarotonga, SPCA caretaker Robyn Kippenberger says they shouldn’t worry about them.
Family business offers watery thrills
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
RONGOHIVA is a family-owned business managed by husband and wife Teina and Jackie Rongo.
Nukutere pupils help cyclone-hit college
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
A PROJECT to rebuild Saint John’s College in Cawaci, Fiji is better off by $15,000 after a cheque for that amount was handed over to Bishop Paul Donoghue at St Joseph Cathedral in Avarua yesterday.
It pays to be quick for freshest fruit and veges
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Published in Local
IT PAYS to be quick for freshest fruit and veges. Drag yourself out of the house this morning and head down to the Punanga Nui Market. From early in the day it’s the place to be, and it’s guaranteed to be buzzing with people looking to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables, and a huge range of souvenirs, crafts, clothing and cooked food. Local seasonal produce is available from 8am to 12 noon, but it pays to be quick or you may miss out because the most popular varieties of fruit and vegetables always sell out before closing time.
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