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Burning rubbish sparks bush fire
Friday 7 August 2015 | Published in Local
A burning pile of rubbish which became out of control on the beach in Tupapa had firefighters on alert yesterday.
Contract kicks in, but boat's not here
Friday 7 August 2015 | Published in Local
The contract between government and the shipping company chosen to transport outer islands teams home kicked in last Sunday, but the Pacific Schooners Ltd vessel wasn’t tied up at the wharf at Avatiu.
Rosie active in her role
Friday 7 August 2015 | Published in Local
Although she may sometimes help prepare food when she is hosting guests at the Cook Islands Consular Office in Auckland, Rosie Blake BEM is much, much more than the ‘Cook’.
Remembering 1965 first-hand
Friday 7 August 2015 | Published in Local
There are many who remember what it was like before the Cook Islands became self-governing, but only two remain who were part of the government when it all changed. CI News spoke to one of those people about what it was like to experience firsthand the historic moment we are all celebrating.
Paralysed woman needs cushion back
Friday 7 August 2015 | Published in Local
A paralyzed woman from New Zealand, who recently visited the Cook Islands for the 50th anniversary celebrations, is putting out an urgent call for her lost wheelchair cushion.
Busy time on the island today
Wednesday 5 August 2015 | Published in Local
The high point of the Cook Islands’ celebration of 50 years of self-governance came yesterday with a huge outdoor gathering in town to mark Constitution Day, followed by a concert and fireworks display.
Constitution Day full of action
Monday 3 August 2015 | Published in Local
The day everyone’s been waiting for, the landmark 2015 Constitution Day, gets into gear at 10am tomorrow with a thanksgiving prayer service at the National Auditorium.
Navy hospitality goes down a treat
Monday 3 August 2015 | Published in Local
Guests aboard HMNZS Otago were treated to top class Royal New Zealand Navy and New Zealand High Commission hospitality at a cocktail party on Saturday night.
Trades Days a huge success
Monday 3 August 2015 | Published in Local
FRIDAY was the last day for the BCI Trades Days at Constitution Park, and organisers are hailing the event a huge success.
Tiare Taporo to arrive late
Friday 31 July 2015 | Published in Local
Tiare Taporo, the vessel contracted by government to return southern group Te Maeva Nui teams to their home islands, is on its way to Rarotonga and is expected to be in the Pacific Ocean in a couple of days.
Facebook campaign pushes for helmet law
Friday 31 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The loss of lives in road accidents has prompted a group of concerned citizens to run an online campaign on making helmets compulsory for motorists in the Cook Islands.
TMN partners show support
Friday 31 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The outer island hostels was a sea of blue when one of the platinum partners of the Te Maeva Nui 2015 and the Constitution Celebrations visited them with food supplies.
E vaerua okotai
Friday 31 July 2015 | Published in Local
Opening with their performance based on vaerua okotai, spirit of unity, the team from Perth, Australia set the atmosphere for Wednesday night’s Te Maeva Nui competition at Te Are Karioi Nui.
Chance to check out patrol boat
Thursday 30 July 2015 | Published in Local
The Royal New Zealand offshore patrol vessel HMNZS Otago will return to Rarotonga on the afternoon of Thursday July 30 and will be open to the public between 10am and 3pm on Monday August 3.
New shelter marks milestone
Wednesday 29 July 2015 | Published in Local
Last week marked a significant milestone for Rarotonga, when Cook Islands Tourism and the Ports Authority officially opened the new Are Tapaeanga or shelter at Avatiu harbour.
PM wants money and the bag
Wednesday 29 July 2015 | Published in Local
Prime minister Henry Puna will again be pursuing membership of the United Nations for the Cook Islands as well as retaining Kiwi passports for all Cook Islanders when he meets here with New Zealand prime minister John Key.
Mineral claim coming
Tuesday 28 July 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands is poised to become the latest country to lay claim to an area in the mineral rich Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ).
US giant 'uninterested' in CI American Express spurns Cook Islands business
Monday 27 July 2015 | Published in Local
Global brand giant American Express has been accused of being ‘uninterested and unprofessional’ by Pacific Resort Hotel Group chief executive Greg Stanaway after the major credit card and travel services company ceased services to the Cook Islands at short notice.
'Going local' trade days start today
Monday 27 July 2015 | Published in Local
Visitors and locals alike will be able to enjoy the ‘Kia Orana-Go Local Experience’ when the Cook Islands Trade Days run for five days from today.
Home-grown talent continues tradition
Saturday 25 July 2015 | Published in Local
In 1994, when Southpac Trust managing director, Tarita Hutchinson, worked as an accounts clerk with the Cook Islands’ premier trust company, she had no idea that over 20 years later she would have a hand at shaping the future of the company and its growth.
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