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Eat and help the Atiu community
Tuesday 21 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Atiu community in Rarotonga is organising a fundraiser tomorrow to collect funds to help with the completion of their hostel on the island.
Free goodies for visiting islands
Tuesday 21 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Glimpses of what will be on show in the coming Te Maeva Nui 2015 were revealed at the National Auditorium yesterday.
Former policeman served country well
Tuesday 21 July 2015 | Published in Local
The former commander of the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI), Denis McDermott, pays tribute to former Cook Is police officer Rimamotu (Rima) Manavaikai, who passed away recently, aged 55.
Show remembers brave 500
Tuesday 21 July 2015 | Published in Local
A hundred years ago, almost 500 young, healthy Cook Islands men volunteered to serve in World War 1 – nearly all were afflicted by severe illnesses, some would never recover and died, many would suffer permanent damage to their health for the rest of their days.
Back road water main almost complete
Monday 20 July 2015 | Published in Local
Workers laying the new water main around the back road have finished, except for a section between Avaavaroa and Titikaveka where there are site access issues with the landowners.
Donated cooler put to good use
Monday 20 July 2015 | Published in Local
This year women waiting to have their mammograms at Rarotonga hospital will be able to stay hydrated thanks to the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation and CITC Building.
Eleven make cut for new WOF regime
Monday 20 July 2015 | Published in Local
So far only 11 mechanics on Rarotonga and one on Aitutaki are authorised to issue warrants of fitness.
Boom month for tourism
Monday 20 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Island tourism industry expects July to be a boom month as visitor arrivals continue to grow.
French students impressed
Saturday 18 July 2015 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Rarotonga Hospital is hosting four medical students from Paris, in France.
Students fly flag with pride
Saturday 18 July 2015 | Published in Local
Rarotonga Primary and Secondary students and students on the island from the Pa Enua will be waving their island pride during the Te Maeva Nui celebrations with the mini Cook Islands flag donated by Rotaract Rarotonga.
News flashback to the 1980s
Saturday 18 July 2015 | Published in Local
Cook Islands News was hit with a fascinating blast from the past when a long-time Rarotonga resident brought in scrapbooks filled with newspaper articles from the 80s.
More visitors here, ready for big event
Saturday 18 July 2015 | Published in Local
Teams from Penrhyn and Rakahanga received a warm welcome from over a hundred people who came out to greet the Northern Group islanders here for Te Maeva Nui celebrations.
Small turnout mars contest
Friday 17 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Game Fishing Club is hoping for a better turnout in the Gary Parlour Wahoo Contest next month following a disappointing turnout in an earlier competition.
Funds available for community projects
Friday 17 July 2015 | Published in Local
Up to $100,000 in funding is now available for the next financial year to support community related development projects.
Eye in the sky next best thing to flying
Friday 17 July 2015 | Published in Local
Under the watchful eyes of his colleagues, Ngateina Rani looks totally in control as he flies his drone around the Te Atukura grounds next to the Office of the Prime Minister in Avarua, Rarotonga.
New fuel price order set for two months
Wednesday 15 July 2015 | Published in Local
The Price Tribunal has issued the first price order under a new pricing mechanism.
Scene set for celebration
Wednesday 15 July 2015 | Published in Local
Anticipation of the biggest event of the year is mounting, with more than 600 visitors from the Pa Enua now safely on Rarotonga, ready to kick off Te Maeva Nui celebrations next week.
Solicitor-General resigns to be a judge
Tuesday 14 July 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands’ Solicitor-General has resigned to become a District Court judge in New Zealand.
Disability policy adds to nation's reputation
Tuesday 14 July 2015 | Published in Local
THE COOK Islands has strengthened its reputation of being a leader in disability rights after implementing the Cook Islands Disability Inclusive Development Policy and Action Plan 2014-2019.
Island trek challenges scout group
Monday 13 July 2015 | Published in Local
The St Josephs Scout Troop hosted their monthly camp on the Ariki Day weekend.
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