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Missing pair found after two-day search
Monday 8 June 2015 | Published in Local
Manihiki residents on the northern group island are saying prayers of gratitude after two missing fishermen were spotted late on Sunday afternoon after being missing for nearly two days.
Tourism eyes potential for eco-tourism
Monday 8 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE COOK Islands Tourism Corporation is taking a close look at the future of ‘blue’ eco-tourism – tourism involving a myriad of water-based activities.
Matavera cleanup to celebrate World Oceans Day
Monday 8 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) will mark the World Oceans Day today by cleaning the beach in Matavera.
You can have both, says NZ academic
Monday 8 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A DOCTORAL student at Auckland University's department of Politics and International Relations says he doesn't see why Cook Islands cannot retain New Zealand citizenship and still become a member of the UN.
Whopper win for local pair
Monday 8 June 2015 | Published in Local
Tina Maoate (left) and Isireli Bogitini hit the jackpot in the Cook Islands’ Catholic Community Monster Raffle.
Fish getting harder to catch
Monday 8 June 2015 | Published in Local
Local fishing charter operators are backing a tourist’s concerns over the apparent lack of fish in local waters.
More to Banana Court than you might think...
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
It is pretty difficult to miss, but if you haven’t already noticed the new information story board in front of the Banana Court building then Cook Islands Tourism encourages you to stop by and view the newest storyboard to be installed on Rarotonga.
Split view grabs the eye
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
This spectacular image of lagoon fish, with a view of the water and the blue sky above, was taken by Australian professional photographer Sean Scott.
Money not main focus says Henry
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
Fiftieth anniversary celebrations committee chairman Nick Henry says this year’s Te Maeva Nui performances should not be viewed as a revenue-generating exercise, but an opportunity for all Cook Islanders to join together and celebrate who they are.
Winner shouts mates
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
Shouting his mates a couple of cartons of beer was the first thought on Papa Iona Lupena’s mind when he learned he was this week’s lucky CITC Sanitarium promotion winner.
Natural disasters focus for students
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
FOURTEEN students from Canada’s University of British Columbia have visited the Cook Islands to study natural disaster risks in the Pacific.
Cyclone threat not to be taken lightly
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE COOK Islanders may be underestimating the threat of cyclones, says University of British Columbia Associate Professor of Geography Fes de Scally.
Age no barrier to sea adventure
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
Ken Kingsbury has a well-earned reputation as a Rarotonga inventor and boat designer, and now he is promoting his latest invention to the older age group.
Island brothers honour 'JC'
Sunday 7 June 2015 | Published in Local
The tragic death of All Blacks great Jerry Collins has rocked the rugby world.
Elderly welcome ticket discount
Friday 5 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE GREY Power movement has welcomed news of a discount on Te Maeva Nui festival ticket prices for senior citizens.
Cook Islands women paint capital pink
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands High Commission was awash in pink this week as Cook Islands women in Wellington gathered at a breakfast function to discuss how to create greater awareness of breast cancer in Cook Islands communities.
Scouts, guides combine forces
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
There is a youthful feel at Sacred Heart parish in Matavera.
Scouts learn to be prepared
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
Eight Matavera Boys Scouts, who progressed from the Cub section of the company learned the importance of being prepared during their investiture ceremony last Sunday.
Scouts and new guides make history in stormy ride
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
Blustering winds and rain on Queen’s Birthday Monday did little to deter the Matavera Boys Scout troop on their round island cycle race to support the 50 Days for 50 Years campaign.
Review could bring good news
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands may be able to look forward to better support networks and development funds within the Pacific Community thanks to a new review of the Small Islands States Unit.
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