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$12.7 million signed over for Te Mato Vai
Monday 18 May 2015 | Published in Local
The Governments of the Cook Islands and New Zealand has signed a new grant of NZ$12.7 million dollars towards the costs of the Te Mato Vai Water project, taking New Zealand’s contribution to $15 million.
Forward-thinking inventor tests unique craft out at sea
Monday 18 May 2015 | Published in Local
Being one of the very first people to forward-row around the island, Ken Kingsbury spent nine hours battling currents to row his forward-rowing boat around Rarotonga on Tuesday last week.
Water tank plan a major success
Friday 15 May 2015 | Published in Local
The water tank subsidy is proving highly successful, getting close to its target of 2000 customers and providing nearly 10 million litres of water storage.
Patrol boat 'born again'
Friday 15 May 2015 | Published in Local
Flashing her new warning lights and siren, newly-refurbished police patrol boat Te Kukupa returned home to Avatiu harbour yesterday.
Cooks-flagged ship enquiry begins
Friday 15 May 2015 | Published in Local
The cargo ship, Tuna 1 which was attacked earlier this week while sailing under the Cook Islands flag has returned to Turkey for investigation.
Te Kukupa life extended
Friday 15 May 2015 | Published in Local
The return of police patrol boat Te Kukupa strengthens the Cook Islands’ capacity to protect its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) against illegal fishing.
Sex offender in Rarotonga
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
News of a convicted paedophile living on Rarotonga has sent a wave of unease across the island. The biggest concern for parents and the wider community, who have taken to social media to air their views and concerns, is the lack of notification from authorities of the man’s arrival on the island. “How do these people come in without any alarm bells ringing?” questioned one concerned member of the public sharing their concerns via a mass email. “Please pass around and watch out for your children,” wrote another email sender.
Hip-hop hit with dance-crazy kids
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
The always-popular hip-hop classes for kids are back in full swing with practices taking place at the Top Shape Gym studio in Taputapuatea.
Young dancer hits hot form in Hawaii
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
A young girl of Cook Islands descent nearly came out on top at the 2015 World Fireknife Competition on Hawaii’s Oahu last week.
Storyboard gives new life to history of Takamoa College
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism has unveiled the first of 20 storyboards at Takamoa Theological College.
Cooks flagged ship attacked
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
A cargo ship sailing under the Cook Islands flag was attacked by an unconfirmed military aircraft on Sunday night, leading to one death.
New era of plentiful power opens up some questions
Thursday 14 May 2015 | Published in Local
It is now very apparent that the favour our mythical ancestor Maui Potiki did for us in ancient times was not enough.
Student makes history with air force career
Wednesday 13 May 2015 | Published in Local
Seventeen year old Teora Paitai has made history by becoming the first school leaver from Rarotonga to be accepted into the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF).
Captain Sai watches over our fisheries
Wednesday 13 May 2015 | Published in Local
Saiasi “Captain Sai” Sarau is back at sea this week observing a US purse seine vessel fishing for skipjack tuna in the Pago Pago region.
Dog found, but clinic questions linger
Wednesday 13 May 2015 | Published in Local
A dog that went missing two weeks ago while under the care of Esther Honey has been found, but the incident is still casting a shadow over the clinic.
Te Maeva Nui marks big year in style
Tuesday 12 May 2015 | Published in Local
Secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Development Sonny Williams (left) is working closely with Terry Rangi and John Tumutoa of the Business Trade and Investment Board to create another spectacular Te Maeva Nui cultural extravaganza for the 50th self-governance celebrations. Organisers say that in keeping with the occasion, Te Maeva Nui will be bigger and brighter this year.
Banking initiative launched
Tuesday 12 May 2015 | Published in Local
A Pacific Islands Regional Initiative (PIRI) aimed at increasing financial inclusion in the Pacific Islands was launched last week.
Festival celebrates 'crowning glories'
Tuesday 12 May 2015 | Published in Local
The biggest national event of the year, Te Maeva Nui will be bigger and brighter this year as the nation celebrates 50 years of self-governance.
The ride of a lifetime takes off
Tuesday 12 May 2015 | Published in Local
Today is the day for all keen cyclists to ride over to the airport on Rarotonga and take part in the first ever ‘Runway Ride’.
New collaboration promotes women
Monday 11 May 2015 | Published in Local
A new collaboration between the government and private sector is giving rise to better support systems for Cook Islands business women.
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