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'Turn the TV service off,' Bluesky told
Friday 9 October 2015 | Published in Local
A small Cook Islands broadcasting company has told Bluesky to stop broadcasting its television service because the telecommunications provider doesn’t have a television broadcasting licence.
Landowners need better protection, says Turepu
Friday 9 October 2015 | Published in Local
Initiating a moratorium on occupation right applications being heard in the Land Court would be a sensible temporary solution while the important land issue is being addressed by the three Rarotonga vaka.
Waste problem out of hand
Friday 9 October 2015 | Published in Local
WATSAN is urging the community to be more responsible with the way they dispose of their rubbish, as a mountain of food and recyclable waste builds at the landfill.
Visitor numbers continue to grow
Friday 9 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Visitor arrival figures for August took a slight dip from the previous month, but still recorded growth compared to the same period last year.
Chicken killings raise dog issues
Thursday 8 October 2015 | Published in Local
A local man is fed up with the growing dog problem on the island following several attacks on his chickens.
Cheaper LPG gas available now
Thursday 8 October 2015 | Published in Local
After a two-month delay in implementation, a new Price Order has been released for LPG gas, bringing overall price reductions.
New air service next year
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism has proven that the sky is no limit to economic growth with the announcement of a ground-breaking new partnership with Jetstar.
Atiu winner in freezer promotion
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The free chest freezer promotion run by the Cook Islands Trading Corporation Limited (CITC) in conjunction with Palm Corned Beef is gaining momentum.
BCI attacks 'slanderous' claims
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Published in Local
The Bank of the Cook Islands is fighting back against claims it lent up to $400,000 to Pacific Schooners Ltd, labelling it as “slanderous.”
It's Kia Orana to #WorldTourismDay
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands has taken part in a worldwide Instagram project to celebrate World Tourism Day.
Special coin's theme tackles complex topic
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Published in Local
A new, specially-minted $2 coin in the name of the Cook Islands has taken on a weighty subject for its theme - explaining the relationship between space and time.
Thai boats here to offload catch
Tuesday 6 October 2015 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) have put the speculations regarding the four Luen Thai longline fishing vessels in Rarotonga to rest after confirming they were here to offload their catch.
Temporary storage for solar energy
Tuesday 6 October 2015 | Published in Local
A high public demand for solar installations has prompted Te Aponga Uira to invest in temporary energy storage.
Visit strengthens island fire safety
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Local
Strengthening safety and the close relationship between the Cook Islands and the New Zealand fire services has been the aim of a special visit this week.
Dog problem worse, says visitor
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Local
The community is in the dog box following another complaint from tourists about their troubles with the local canines – man’s not so best friend.
Inspection consistency is the aim
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Local
The new warrant of fitness reform has been given another boost by the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute, who provided a refresher course for the certified WOF mechanics.
Pageant partnership
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Local
Miss Cook Islands Association has announced a new partnership with the Cook Islands Ministry of Cultural Development.
Safety straps replace pareu 'seat belts'
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Local
Safety of the most vulnerable passengers on our roads is at the heart of a venture created by a group of young entrepreneurs.
Heritage storyboard vandalised
Saturday 3 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A new Cook Islands Tourism Corporation storyboard detailing the history of Blackrock has been torn out, just days before it was due to be officially unveiled.
Rehab brawl results in three arrests
Wednesday 30 September 2015 | Published in Local
A case of queue-jumping for food outside Rehab Nightclub and Bar last Friday night sparked a brawl and the arrest of three young – and clearly hungry, men.
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