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Enjoy the breeze while it's here
Wednesday 25 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The current windy conditions do not pose any major threat to the country, says the Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Road size angers landowners
Wednesday 25 November 2015 | Published in Local
A number of Titikaveka landowners are looking at their options to compel the government to honour the conditions they agreed to the clearing of their sections to make way for the inland Vaimaanga road that’s now being carved out by heavy machinery.
Flowery day for businesses
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
Yesterday was a colourful morning for nine of the businesses participating in Rarotonga’s Mire Tiare decorated properties competition.
Special day fights violence against women
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
One in three women in the Cook Islands have experienced physical and/or sexual violence by a partner at some point in their lives, says women’s counseling centre, Punanga Tauturu.
Anger over Muri sewage issue
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
Nothing has been done to remedy the problem since 2010 when a traditional chief first reported to two government agencies that raw sewerage was being discharged into Muri lagoon from a private home.
Education key, says activist
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
Education is the key to a sensitive issue dividing the Cook Islands community, a gay rights activist says.
Legal work for back road access finished
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
The legal process to allow the final section of new water main to be laid around the back road has been completed.
Questions over EHF site homes
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
The government plans to build two new homes for Te Kukupa maritime staff next door to the Esther Honey Foundation clinic in Nikao, it has been revealed.
Family Law Bill up for public discussion
Tuesday 24 November 2015 | Published in Local
Members of the public will be able to air their views about a law set to drastically change the power of the state to intervene in family life this week.
True Pacific spirit as racing begins
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
The party has started!
Puna in Paris for climate talks
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna is set to attend what is hoped will be the most significant climate change meeting in Paris today.
Mos on parade for a great cause
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
Mofest, a fun-filled day of music and Movember activity, will support men’s health this week.
New bid to gauge state of tourism
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
In a bid to strengthen its tourism statistics and research programme, the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation launched some innovative projects last week. The launch followed several months of preparation including testing of surveys with industry operators, and revision and refinement of the questions. The initiatives include the Cook Islands Business Confidence Index and Survey, Accommodation Monitor and a room stocktake.
Grandma Wichman just keeps on giving
Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
It’s safe to say that at 83, most grandmothers are definitely not thinking about picking up a hammer and doing some building.
Workshop teaches tsunami readiness
Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands may have a lower tsunami threat than other vulnerable countries in the Pacific Ocean, but we remain in the danger zone.
Ararua teachers celebrate graduation
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
It was a proud day for the teachers of Araura Primary when along with their families, they came together with teachers from other schools on Aitutaki to celebrate graduating from the University of the South Pacific in Rarotonga.
Rally delivers message to government
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
Policy change needed to boost investment
Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands should consider policies that will boost investment in the country, says Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) chief executive officer Teariki Vakalalabure.
Revenue staff member suspended
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
The Revenue Management Division has suspended a staff member while it completes an internal investigation into a complaint made by a businesswoman.
Hundreds march against purse seining
Monday 23 November 2015 | Published in Local
A RALLY of 300 protestors marched through Avarua on Saturday calling out to the government to put a stop to purse seine fishing in Cook Island waters.
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