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Merchant Navy Day commemorated
Thursday 4 September 2014 | Published in Local
An intimate ceremony to commemorate Merchant Navy Day was held at the Rarotonga Returned Services Association yesterday where keynote speaker New Zealand High Commissioner Joanna Kempkers conveyed the importance of remembering those who served in the Merchant Navy during conflict – both the sacrifices and the contribution they made to our security and prosperity.
Sanitation meeting for tourism today
Tuesday 2 September 2014 | Published in Local
Tourism operators and stakeholders are invited to attend a presentation today on new sanitation system regulations to be introduced in the Cook Islands.
“Over the reef” fuel project ongoing
Tuesday 2 September 2014 | Published in Local
A joint proposal to supply Rarotonga with bulk fuel from a large tanker through an “over the reef” pipeline is continuing to work its way through government bureaucracy.
Fun loom bands to raise funds
Monday 1 September 2014 | Published in Local
Members of the Titikaveka Girl Guides have been having loads of fun with the latest craze of creating loom bands.
Make way for the Thunder Club
Monday 1 September 2014 | Published in Local
Two of Rarotonga’s distinguished gentlemen are looking forward to feeling the wind in their hair when they hit the road on their new toys.
Championing the development aspirations of island states
Monday 1 September 2014 | Published in Local
José Graziano da Silva is an American-born Brazilian agronomist and writer. He has authored several books on agriculture issues, and in 2011 he was elected Director General of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), becoming the first Latin American ever to hold the post. In this piece, originally appearing in the Huffington Post, da Silva takes up the cause of small island states, their role in a modern world, and how the FAO is addressing their needs – including programmes right here in the Cook Islands.
No monopoly agenda, says fuel firm
Saturday 30 August 2014 | Published in Local
A foreign-based fuel firm says its efforts to enter a new sector of the energy market is not part of a broader agenda to monopolise the industry in the Cook Islands.
Akura fishing charters set for expansion
Saturday 30 August 2014 | Published in Local
Local recreational fishing company Akura Charters is expanding its offering of fishing-related activities, thanks to the acquisition of two new boats.
Police officer awarded for excellence
Saturday 30 August 2014 | Published in Local
Passion and dedication in serving the community has earned a local police officer the Council of Women in Policing’s award for excellence in policing in the Asia Pacific Region.
Oil spill training in Samoa
Friday 29 August 2014 | Published in Local
A three-day training programme in the management of oil spills has culminated in the deployment of a containment boom around the Pacific Jewel cruise ship.
Fuel application still in consultations
Thursday 28 August 2014 | Published in Local
An application by a foreign-based energy firm to gain access into a new market is currently in the consultation stage with no imminent decision to be made, says a government official.
Poor record for Cook Islands ships
Thursday 28 August 2014 | Published in Local
Cook Islands-flagged vessels were the most often detained out of 15 flag states last year, according to a leading ship classification society.
Official Information fee must be 'reasonable'
Thursday 28 August 2014 | Published in Local
Government ministries should only charge a fee for the release of official information if that charge is “reasonable”, says the Office of the Ombudsman.
Wharf cracks need to be sealed
Tuesday 26 August 2014 | Published in Local
Engineers have confirmed that cracks in the concrete surface at Avatiu Wharf are less severe than first thought but will need to be sealed.
Dog control officer appointed
Tuesday 26 August 2014 | Published in Local
Newly-appointed dog control officer Donalder (Donald) Tua is an animal lover keen to rid the island of its roaming dog problem.
Patrol boat departs for Cairns
Tuesday 26 August 2014 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Police patrol boat Te Kukupa departed Rarotonga for Australia yesterday, where it is scheduled to undergo an extensive refit.
Te Kukupa departs for refit today
Monday 25 August 2014 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Police patrol boat Te Kukupa departs Avatiu harbour today for a scheduled refit, which will take place in Cairns, Australia.
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.
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