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Call to uphold values our soldiers fought for
Friday 24 April 2015 | Published in Local
Cook Islands soldiers were represented by Major Stephanie Craw (nee Wichman) at the Cook Islands Soldiers of World War One commemorative ceremony held at the Beehive in Wellington on April 17.
Careers expo gives students a buzz
Thursday 23 April 2015 | Published in Local
The Telecom Sports Arena buzzed with excitement on Tuesday as students from around the Cook Island explored possible future career paths at this year’s Careers Expo.
Cost of living increases major concern for CIWA
Thursday 23 April 2015 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Workers Association (CIWA) president Anthony Turua says he is deeply concerned that increases in the cost of living have not been addressed in the last six years.
Most businesses open Anzac Day
Thursday 23 April 2015 | Published in Local
After Saturday’s dawn parade for Anzac Day commemorations at the Cenotaph at the Ministry of Justice, most businesses on the island will open their doors for trading.
PM welcomes public to a special Anzac service
Wednesday 22 April 2015 | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna wants to extend an open invitation to the public to attend the Anzac dawn service on Saturday morning.
Taking the 'copy' out of copyright
Wednesday 22 April 2015 | Published in Local
Creative souls from all over the Cook Islands will gather today in an effort to learn more about protecting their artistry.
Revamped event marks special Anzac Day
Wednesday 22 April 2015 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s traditionally separate RSA and civil Anzac Day commemorations have been combined into one this year to create a special 100th Anzac Commemoration programme.
Generous artist lends a helping hand
Wednesday 22 April 2015 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s Creative Centre was delighted to accept a big cheque on behalf of artist and designer, Loretta Reynolds and the Cook Islands Trading Corporation last week.
Colourful ceremony a tribute to soldiers
Wednesday 22 April 2015 | Published in Local
Queen’s Representative Tom Marsters has joined in a tribute in Wellington to the 464 Cook Islands soldiers who enlisted and served the Empire during World War One.
T-shirts say it all for purse seine protestors
Tuesday 21 April 2015 | Published in Local
Tinned fish don’t breed – that’s the message from protestors gearing up with colorful custom-made t-shirts ahead of Friday’s march against purse seine fishing.
Youngsters get message about water
Tuesday 21 April 2015 | Published in Local
Bright young sparks are putting their thinking caps on around Rarotonga this month as part of efforts to preserve Rarotonga’s precious water supply.
Crosses honour WW1 soldiers
Monday 20 April 2015 | Published in Local
461 crosses bearing the names of Cook Islands soldiers who contributed in New Zealand’s war effort was the centrepiece of the Cook Islands Soldiers of World War One (CISWWO) Commemorative Ceremony at the Beehive in Wellington last Thursday.
Protest march gathers many helping hands
Monday 20 April 2015 | Published in Local
Friday’s planned protest march against purse seining in Cook Islands waters has been gathering plenty of support, with a large number of volunteers coming forward to help out, a spokesman for the organisers says.
Serving the community, saving the planet
Monday 20 April 2015 | Published in Local
Mauke police officer Tangata Rangi-Ateriano, photographed by Eruera Nia, makes a difference in his community serving and protecting the people and caring for the environment by choosing to cycle on his beat.
Village sports festival about 'inclusion'
Monday 20 April 2015 | Published in Local
Rutaki will host to this month’s popular Just Play sports-oriented Village Festival.
Information system to boost agriculture
Monday 20 April 2015 | Published in Local
The Department of Policy, Planning & Projects (DPP) and the Ministry of Agriculture are developing an Agricultural Market Information System for Cook Islands.
Chef loves our local produce
Saturday 18 April 2015 | Published in Local
For top New Zealand chef William Mordido, a week on Rarotonga has been an awakening to local produce.
Art subject gives show a buzz
Saturday 18 April 2015 | Published in Local
‘Bloody mosquitoes’ sparked some vibrant discussions at LBV in Avarua on Thursday night.
Colourful show of youth dance talent
Saturday 18 April 2015 | Published in Local
Old-school elegant dancing graced the National Auditorium stage on Thursday night when 17 youth dancers put on a colourful show.
Groups get wise about social media
Friday 17 April 2015 | Published in Local
Local organisations and groups have been seizing the chance to learn more about the world wide web this week at the first ever Web Base 2.0 social media training workshop on Rarotonga.
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