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Landmark tree takes a tumble
Wednesday 26 August 2015 | Published in Local
An Arorangi landmark is no more after high winds blew down an ornamental ficus tree at the front of Friendly Mart in the early hours of yesterday morning.
When will we ever learn?
Tuesday 25 August 2015 | Published in Local
‘When will we learn?’ That’s the question being asked by Rarotonga resident Luciana Matenga who witnessed the aftermath of a truck crash in Titikaveka on Sunday afternoon.
Design weaves safety message
Tuesday 25 August 2015 | Published in Local
The winner of the Road Safety Council Logo Competition, Graphic designer Sam Ataera, (left), holds up his design with the president of the Road Safety Council, Brent Fisher.
Fond farewells as ferry sets sail
Monday 24 August 2015 | Published in Local
Avatiu wharf was the scene of some emotional farewells on Saturday morning, as members of Te Maeva Nui tere parties from Penrhyn, Rakahanga and Manihiki boarded the Lady Naomi to sail back to their home islands.
Muri gets funding to fix road
Monday 24 August 2015 | Published in Local
Infrastructure Cook Islands has disclosed funding has been allocated to improve Muri road, the busiest and narrowest stretch of road on Rarotonga.
Chamber steers clear of shipping debate
Friday 21 August 2015 | Published in Local
The Chamber of Commerce won’t get involved by commenting on the widely criticised contract between Pacific Schooners Ltd and the government until the executive meets next Tuesday.
Rotaract celebrates years of selfless service
Friday 21 August 2015 | Published in Local
Rotaract Rarotonga is inviting former, new and prospective Rotaract members to an evening celebrating 50 years of service to the community.
Bluesky hits cloudy weather
Friday 21 August 2015 | Published in Local
The heat is going on Bluesky as it comes under fire for what internet users describe as the ‘unexplained’ disappearance of large chunks of their monthly broadband allowance.
India eyes potential of Pacific resources
Friday 21 August 2015 | Published in Local
India is keen to work with the Cook Islands and the other Pacific Island countries in harnessing mineral, marine and hydrocarbon resources in the region.
Tourism makes most of budget
Thursday 20 August 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is working on a budget of $9.2million this financial year to generate about 60 per cent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
Allsworth leads Koutu Nui
Thursday 20 August 2015 | Published in Local
Terea Mataiapo Paul Rani Allsworth was elected the new president of Koutu Nui at its ‘Bi-Annual/41’ conference and annual general meeting last week.
New road gets Te Mato Vai moving
Thursday 20 August 2015 | Published in Local
Government has moved quickly to secure access to land for a new back road linking Avaavaroa and Kauare in Titikaveka.
New roundabout – but delays, too
Wednesday 19 August 2015 | Published in Local
Road users will need to be extra-patient today when driving through the main road in Avatiu, as construction begins on a new roundabout.
Road risk demands answers
Wednesday 19 August 2015 | Published in Local
The narrowest stretch of road on Rarotonga is also the busiest, and Muri residents and their Member of Parliament are demanding answers why their road isn’t getting the attention it should.
Te Mato Vai meeting 'critical'
Tuesday 18 August 2015 | Published in Local
A CRITICAL meeting pertinent to the completion of stage one of the Te Mato Vai project will be held at the National Auditorium tomorrow .
QR residence in limbo
Tuesday 18 August 2015 | Published in Local
The failure of the government and the landowning Karika family to reach an agreement has put the future of the Queen’s Representative’s official Titikaveka residence in limbo.
Building code up for review
Tuesday 18 August 2015 | Published in Local
Codes and regulations related to buildings in the Cook Islands are up for review following an increase in the severity and regularity of natural disasters.
Looking for signs of funding
Tuesday 18 August 2015 | Published in Local
New road signs to help tourists better navigate Rarotonga roads are on the radar for Cook Islands Tourism, Infrastructure Cook Islands and Cook Islands Police.
Road users thanked for their patience
Monday 17 August 2015 | Published in Local
Stage one of the Te Mato Vai project is nearing 90 per cent completion, months ahead of schedule, with just over 53,000 metres of pipeline laid as of the end of last week.
Solar energy project to start next year
Monday 17 August 2015 | Published in Local
Construction of the first solar energy plants for the southern group will begin in the second quarter of next year.
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