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Project tackles suicide problem
Monday 11 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
There is no point to laying blame over someone’s suicide, says Metua Bates of the Cook Islands Suicide Prevention Project.
BSP celebrates one year anniversary
Monday 11 July 2016 | Published in Local
AS PART of the Bank of the South Pacific’s one year anniversary, a fundraising event will be held next week Friday for Aitutaki hospital.
Officers ready to serve country
Monday 11 July 2016 | Published in Local
HAVING the opportunity to lead and having the ability to order someone around does not necessarily make anyone a leader.
Weather outlook drier
Monday 11 July 2016 | Published in Local
RAROTONGA and the rest of the nation should expect below average rainfall from this month until September.
PM stands by would-be rival
Monday 11 July 2016 | Published in Local
COOK ISLANDS Prime Minister Henry Puna confirms there is no change with the Cook Islands Party MP Rose Brown in terms of her position with the Cook Islands party.
Bright future for college, says Napa
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
Assurances in parliament by the prime minister that Titikaveka College will not be closed down is good news for Takitumu, which needs it to keep operating, says MP Selina Napa.
Anyone for a wind burger?
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
This feature, written by Araura College counsellorThomas Tarurongo Wynne, pictured right, takes athought-provoking look at the cost of living in the CookIslands – and the problems and dilemmas it presents formany in our society. RECENTLY I asked my students to fill out a food diary for the week and to itemise what they had for dinner.
Atamira blessed in special ceremony
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
Ten ATAMIRA or traditional chiefly seats were blessed and presented to the Ui Ariki at the National Auditorium Centre on Wednesday.
Female students lead the way
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
A SURVEY conducted by Pacific Islands Forum in 13 Pacific Island countries primary schools including the Cook Islands has revealed girls have higher levels of proficiency in literacy and numeracy than boys.
Longliners offload at Avatiu Harbour
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
A TRANSHIPMENT of catch by Huanan Fishery Ltd will be monitored by Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) in Rarotonga this week.
Dive company slams 'unfair' treatment
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
A RAROTONGAN dive company claims it is being unfairly treated after being asked to meet a new accreditation rule introduced by the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council.
Pacific way on mental health often better: Expert
Friday 8 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
WESTERN nations should pause and reflect before telling Pacific countries how to set up their mental-health services.
Bishop boat - buy details revealed
Friday 8 July 2016 | Published in Local
POLICE prosecutors Nick Williams and Michael Thomas called in several witnesses against One Cook Islands party leader Teina Bishop at the Cook Islands High Court yesterday.
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.
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