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Spotlight on Pacific biodiversity
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands has raised awareness on the importance of all components of biodiversity relevant to food and agriculture at the regional consultation of the State of the Pacific region’s Biodiversity for Food and Agriculture in Nadi, Fiji.
Australian aid cut 'insignificant'
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) says the reduced foreign aid from Australia to the Cook Islands is “insignificant.”
Jeralee hits the hot spot in world dancing contest
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
Jeralee Galeai stands a proud Cook Islander last week after coming second at the 2016 World Fire Knife Competition, Intermediate Category, Polynesian Cultural Centre in Hawaii last Saturday.
Automated system explained
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
The Biosecurity Service and the Customs department’s automated system was introduced to Aitutaki recently through a programme demonstrating the interaction between the two agencies.
Basher won't be back this season
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
Bringing back notorious Samoan basher and star Avatiu Eels league player Feliti Iona to help protect the club’s winning streak won’t be possible this championship season, the Immigration division has confirmed.
Animal welfare law still under review
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
Legislation on the welfare of animals in the Cook Islands is still under review by the Ministry of Agriculture.
Dogs 'out of control' in Nikao area
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
A young goat was rushed to the Esther Honey clinic last week after being attacked by a pack of eight dogs in Nikao.
Fishing deal up for check
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna has agreed to opposition coalition calls for a select committee to be set up to examine the anti-purse seining petition and related issues.
Deadline looms for energy plan
Wednesday 18 May 2016 | Published in Local
The deadline for the tender for stage two of the Rarotonga Renewable Energy Implementation Plan, aimed at achieving the Cook Islands government’s goal of total reliance on renewable energy by 2020, is 3pm tomorrow.
Rotuman community celebrates
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
Members of the Rarotonga Rotuman community gathered in Arorangi to celebrate Rotuma Day on Saturday.
Workshop airs concerns of disabled
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
A workshop based on the concerns of disabled people, organised by the Ombudsman’s office, drew 30 people to Crown Beach Resort in Arorangi on Friday.
Bullies beware – it's Pink Shirt Day!
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
IN an effort to address the problem of bullying, Rotaract Rarotonga will organise an anti-bullying campaign this Friday known as Pink Shirt Day.
Water tanks and a boat for Tamarua
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
THE people of Tamarua in Mangaia now have access to clean drinking water thanks to Climate Change Cook Islands Strengthening the Resilience of our Islands and our Communities to Climate Change (SRIC-CC) staff.
War memories run deep
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Joe Marsters and Keu Tangimataiti walk into the newsroom with a glow on their faces.
Cost of petrol drops again
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
Reductions in the maximum wholesale and retail prices for petrol and LPG on Rarotonga and all islands except Aitutaki have been announced by the Price Tribunal.
Visit strengthens our ties with PNG
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
The new Papua New Guinea High Commissioner to New Zealand, Brigadier General Francis Agwi, presented his credentials to Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna at the Office of the Prime Minister yesterday.
Police toughen up on drink-driving
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local
Police are fed up with motorists ignoring warnings about drink driving and say anyone caught driving under the influence of alcohol will face the full force of the law.
IRMD to investigate Panama Papers
Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Revenue Management Division (Tax and Customs) will investigate the Cook Islands individuals and companies whose names are revealed in the Panama Papers leak.
Beachside hotel a top social spot
Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local
The Islander Hotel continues to attract large numbers of visitors and locals, all of them intent on a good time socialising beside the beach over a drink and a meal.
Gallery goes international
Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s Bergman Gallery is going international for the first time, presenting the work of artists Mahiriki Tangaroa, Sylvia Marsters and Andy Leleisiúao in special presentation at this year’s Auckland Art Fair in New Zealand.
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