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Cabinet backs EU fishing deal
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
Cabinet has given its support to the Prime Minister Henry Puna to proceed with a fisheries agreement with the European Union.
Horton elected as PTA chairperson
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
RUTH Horton has taken over the reins from Sam Napa as chairperson for Titikaveka College’s Parent Teacher Association.
Assault on female brings year's probation
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A young man charged with two counts of assaulting a female was sentenced to 12 months probation at the Cook Islands High Court.
Woman given deadline to repay money
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A woman sentenced to 18 months’ probation after being found guilty on three charges of theft, must repay $6,934 to the previous owners of Aitutaki Escape Investment Ltd by the time she finishes her sentence.
Drink-driver gets short prison sentence
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A 42 year old man was sentenced to two and a half months in prison when he appeared in Cook Islands High Court on four charges relating to a drink-driving incident.
Film festival to showcase marine issues
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Beneath the Waves Film Festival 2016 which will be held tomorrow will provide a platform for open discussions on marine issues.
Top-notch speakers at awards
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards next month will feature two top business speakers, New Zealand jeweller Sir Michael Hill and Air New Zealand Chief Sales and Commercial Officer Cam Wallace.
Talks start in earnest on this year's budget
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The group responsible for preparing budget recommendations for Cabinet held its first meeting on March 2.
Price drop good news for motorists
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Motorists on Rarotonga and all islands except Aitutaki will pay less for fuel and LPG following the release of a new price order yesterday.
Animal clinic still needs a new home
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Esther Honey Foundation’s animal clinic in Nikao is still looking for a new home.
We're grateful to France, says prime minister
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Patricia Barton has been confirmed as the honorary consul of France to the Cook Islands.
Fishing law-breakers intercepted
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) is investigating a number of fishing infringements, following this month’s successful joint maritime surveillance mission Operation Tautai.
Thieves exposed on social media
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Faced with a rising crime rate on Rarotonga, members of the community have taken matters into their own hands.
Trading vessel completes voyage
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
The controversial trading vessel Tiare Taporo has completed its maiden voyage to the Northern Islands.
Fundraiser for cyclone-hit Fiji
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
Approximately $12,000 wasraised by a fundraiser held at Maire Nui Gardens as part of a Fiji Cyclone Winston appeal over the weekend.
Disabled women encouraged to sue skills and talents
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
WOMEN from all walks of life turned up in numbers to attend the launch of the “Sew Simple Project” held at Are Pa Metua Centre on Friday.
Tukutuku panels showcase best of Maori art
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
New Zealand High Commissioner Nick Hurley met with Foreign Secretary Tepaeru Herrmann on Friday to hand over three tukutuku panels created during the Matariki Maori Art Exhibition.
Ministers on normal agenda
Monday 14 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Discussions on the pending bills and issues which are expected to top the agenda for the first parliament sitting will be the major assignment for the nation’s cabinet ministers this week.
Traditional knowledge base misplaced
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
This is part two of a series of columns by Te Tuhi Kelly. It ponders the place and relevance of traditional lore in the Cook Islands today.
School chooses its own 'ambassadors'
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
Twelve year seven and eight students were awarded positions as ambassadors at Apii Te Uki Ou this week.
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