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One batch at a time the secret to sauce success
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
Chris Douglas is passionate about food. He doesn’t say so or use those words, but listen for a while, throw in the odd question and listen again and you’ll see.
Aiming to be top of the tree
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
A visitor who has spent much of his time on Rarotonga climbing up and down trees, and teaching others the best ways of doing that safely, says the Cook Islands could one day boast the South Pacific’s top tree management company.
Raro dog Max reaches ripe old age in NZ
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
It’s not often that contract workers or people visiting Rarotonga take their island dog with them when they return to their home country.
Ginger napping in Canada
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
From napping under palm trees to lazing by a fireplace, Ginger the moggy knows how to nap in style.
Fire fighter Rex returns home to protect mates
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
On a small shelf at the heart of the Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade headquarters in Vaka Puaikura, the ashes of the late Rex Cooper keeps watch over the small but dedicated team of volunteers.
Local clothes draw international interest
Sunday 8 February 2015 | Published in Local
From a very young age, the Thompson sisters were tie-dying pareu to sell at shops and the market.
Tropic Twilight coming
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Local
When a natural disaster strikes in the South Pacific, the New Zealand Defence Force is often first on the scene to begin the relief effort.
Dogs about to enjoy new home
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Local
Finishing touches to the Cook Islands Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ (CISPCA) new kennels will be completed this weekend at the Takitumu property.
'Holiday' among the treetops
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Local
New Zealand tree care and management professional Nick Arnold is visiting Rarotonga on what could be described as ‘a busman’s holiday’.
Meeting to showcase our journey
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
Preparations are in full swing to celebrate the Cook Islands’ journey to development at the 2015 Development Partners Meeting to be held next week.
Never mind the taste, noni's a winner!
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
Brad Stafford is a real character.
Waitangi Day will be family affair
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
The New Zealand High Commission in Rarotonga is inviting the public to celebrate Waitangi Day with a special “Ngatipa Open Day” at the New Zealand Official Residence this Friday.
Tariff training sheds light on tricky issues
Tuesday 3 February 2015 | Published in Local
Fourteen people involved in import and export industries around Rarotonga spent two days last week being brought up to date with how to process tariff classifications correctly.
Cycling selfies rolling out
Monday 2 February 2015 | Published in Local
Get cycling and selfie snapping and be in to win in the 50 Days for 50 Years campaign ‘selfie competition’.
Induction ceremony a blast
Monday 2 February 2015 | Published in Local
Members and supporters of the Filipino community dressed to the nines as the Club Philippines Raro (CPR) held its induction ceremony at the Staircase Restaurant last week.
More ships to call – when they can
Saturday 31 January 2015 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local
The Cook Islands is set to see an increase of cruise ships in the harbour this year as Tourism Cook Islands targets the potential wealth they can bring to the islands.
Air force a power of help for Mauke
Saturday 31 January 2015 | Published in Local
A Royal New Zealand Air Force C130 Hercules aircraft has come to the rescue of the island of Mauke, which has been substantially without power since their diesel generator recently broke down.
Memories of the past, visions for the future
Saturday 31 January 2015 | Published in Local
As the first of the major international meetings marking 50 years of self-government for the Cook Islands is about to get underway next month, Minister of Finance Mark Brown says it is remarkable to look back at the development that has occurred and the changes that have taken place just in his lifetime.
Humble homestead to luxury escape
Saturday 31 January 2015 | Published in Local
Crystal Blue Lagoon Villas in Muri is the perfect luxury island escape for couples and last week, industry members and distinguished guests were given the honour of being the first visitors to the exquisite new accommodation on the island.
Red Cross on road to brighter future
Thursday 29 January 2015 | Published in Local
Despite having travelled a rocky road in recent years, the Cook Islands Red Cross Society says it is on the right path to a bright future.
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