Local
Fierce bidding makes auction a success
Saturday 23 August 2014 | Published in Local
Strong bidding on a large number of art works saw BCA Gallery celebrate a lively and successful auction on Monday night.
Gender-based violence report released
Saturday 23 August 2014 | Published in Local
Strong action by government and community leaders is the first recommendation of a new report on gender-based violence.
Locals get lowdown on water project
Friday 22 August 2014 | Published in Local
Local contractors have been given an early glimpse of what the Te Mato Vai project could look like upon completion, and told how they could get a chance to participate in its construction.
Banks ok with surcharge, says resort
Friday 22 August 2014 | Published in Local
One of the country’s largest resorts says it has received no formal complaint from the banks about its policy of charging a surcharge on card transactions.
Grey Power to march on Parliament
Thursday 21 August 2014 | Published in Local
Relatively quiet since last month’s general elections, pensioner activist group Grey Power is regrouping and has its sights set on whichever party forms the next government.
High honour for young army recruit
Thursday 21 August 2014 | Published in Local
Further information has come to hand about a young Cook Islander who has been honoured for his performance during a gruelling four-month training course for New Zealand Army recruits.
Queen's search for young leaders
Thursday 21 August 2014 | Published in Local
Inspirational young leaders throughout the Commonwealth, including the Cook Islands, are being offered a life-changing opportunity by Her Majesty The Queen.
Yacht runs aground on reef
Wednesday 20 August 2014 | Published in Local
A sailing yacht has run aground on the reef on Suwarrow, prompting local officials to deal with removing the vessel from the pristine island.
Tourism function for award winners
Wednesday 20 August 2014 | Published in Local
Wet and windy conditions failed to dampen the mood at a cocktail function for winners and sponsors involved in last year’s Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards.
Cooks score medals in NZ comp
Wednesday 20 August 2014 | Published in Local
Students from the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute did the country proud when they earned a trio of medals at the 2014 team cooking competition at the New Zealand Culinary Fare in Auckland.
Dogs maul goats to death
Tuesday 19 August 2014 | Published in Local
A Tupapa resident is fuming after his goats were mauled and killed by a group of dogs roaming in the area on Saturday morning.
Anger over non-disclosure of fishing fine
Tuesday 19 August 2014 | Published in Local
After being left in the dark, the public is voicing anger over the government’s decision to keep quiet on details of a settlement with a foreign fishing company over illegal fishing.
Toddler falls out of moving truck
Tuesday 19 August 2014 | Published in Local
An unrestrained toddler opened the door of a travelling vehicle and fell onto the road last Friday, prompting a warning to the public from police.
Local theatre struggles with piracy
Tuesday 19 August 2014 | Published in Local
The scourge of video piracy has prompted the managers of Rarotonga’s Empire Theatre to seek the support of a US diplomat.
Police recruits graduate
Monday 18 August 2014 | Published in Local
A fresh crop of police recruits were told at the graduation ceremony that their role will be a tough and challenging one.
Illegal fishing penalty undisclosed
Saturday 16 August 2014 | Published in Local
An incident of illegal fishing by an unlicensed foreign purse seine vessel has been sorted out of court, but the settlement amount will not be disclosed.
Young tenor prepares for auditions
Saturday 16 August 2014 | Published in Local
Promising young opera singer Ridge Ponini is putting the finishing touches on four songs as he prepares to audition at two separate universities in New Zealand.
In praise of island time
Saturday 16 August 2014 | Published in Local
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Drop in Australian tourists 'a concern'
Saturday 16 August 2014 | Published in Local
Visitor arrivals from Australia dropped by nearly five per cent in July, leading an overall decline in tourism numbers during the country’s busiest month of the year.
Diplomat lays out American role in Pacific
Saturday 16 August 2014 | Published in Local
The presence of the world’s pre-eminent superpower in the Pacific has been enduring and will continue to become further entrenched in the region.
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