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Man of God on a mission
Wednesday 23 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
When it comes to spreading the word of God, Jonathan Cargill is on a mission.
Te Uki Ou fundraiser an all-round success
Wednesday 23 December 2015 | Published in Local
The 2015 Apii Te Uki Ou online ‘Win a trip to Raro’ fundraiser ended over the weekend with a massive $10,191 being raised for the school.
Generous donation
Wednesday 23 December 2015 | Published in Local
Turama Pacific Travel Group have held the presentation for their staff’s annual fundraising effort with a generous donation to the Pukapuka Disability Centre.
Cyclone plan cause for concern
Wednesday 23 December 2015 | Published in Local
Government officials are concerned there are serious loopholes in the natural disaster communication plan should a cyclone head for the Cook Islands this season.
A time for celebration
Monday 21 December 2015 | Published in Local
Rarotonga was buzzing with weddings, birthdays and family events over the weekend, including the 21st birthday of the lovely dancer Andreena Tepaeru. She is pictured here between her younger sisters Lahaina (left) and Heiarii. The 21st was held at the Nikao Cook Islands Christian Church and attended by many family and friends including those who had travelled from overseas especially for the event.
Christmas parade spreads festive cheer
Monday 21 December 2015 | Published in Local
It’s not just Rarotonga having all the Christmas fun, with the Aitutaki Christmas parade showing the Pa Enua knows how to spread the festive cheer.
PERC called out for vilifying individuals
Monday 21 December 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Pearl Authority is hitting back at Public Expenditure Review Committee (PERC) for what it calls “vilifying the reputation and integrity of individuals” and failing to put the record straight.
Subsea cable 'out of the blue'
Monday 21 December 2015 | Published in Local
An announcement by Bluesky and Alcatel-Lucent that they will lay a new subsea communications cable between New Zealand and Hawaii needs to be taken with a “grain of salt,” until more details are known, the New Zealand Telecommunications Users Association says.
Too much talk while young ones die
Monday 21 December 2015 | Published in Local
Politicians are continuing to demonstrate a lack of commitment to making Cook Islands roads safer and are failing the community by not passing the compulsory helmet law for motorbike riders.
Fond farewells for artist couple
Saturday 19 December 2015 | Published in Local
Two of Rarotonga’s best-known artists were given a big send-off from the island on Thursday.
Happy to share festive fare
Saturday 19 December 2015 | Published in Local
Once again Cook Islands Building Supplies Management and staff have shared Christmas cheer with their favourite neighbours, Te Kainga O Pa Taunga.
Conflict of interest a real pearler
Saturday 19 December 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Pearl Authority has made a fashion faux pas, failing to follow the proper tendering process by awarding $70,000 to a local marketing company whose director was related to someone advising the government agency.
Wealth fund to benefit all
Friday 18 December 2015 | Published in Local
The Government is drafting policy and legislation to establish the Cook Islands Sovereign Wealth Fund (CISWF).
Fun films showcase our nation
Friday 18 December 2015 | Published in Local
On Wednesday night Cook Islands Tourism launched three new episodes of the much-anticipated “Katu Kanga” film series under the new branding “Love a little Paradise.”
New technology for longliners
Friday 18 December 2015 | Published in Local
Fisheries Officer/Observer Saiasi Sarau conducted training on the use of eTUNALOG for the skippers of longline fishing vessel Gold Country on Monday at Avarua Harbour.
Work issue remedies up to staff
Friday 18 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Ministry of Internal Affairs says it is up to disgruntled employees to raise any grievances they might have with their employers.
PNG makes history at beauty pageant
Wednesday 16 December 2015 | Published in Local
In the 29th year of the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant Miss Papua New Guinea (PNG) made history for her country by winning the region’s beauty contest.
Lawyer to head CINSF board
Wednesday 16 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Lawyer Heinz Matysik has taken over from Richard Neves as the chairman of the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF).
Christmas boxes bring good cheer
Wednesday 16 December 2015 | Published in Local
The spirit of giving was definitely in the air at last weekend’s Christmas Box packing and distribution day.
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