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Petrol's back at the pumps
Wednesday 4 June 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s fuel shortage ended yesterday with the arrival of supplies aboard a cargo shipping vessel early in the morning.
Seabed nodule gifted for public viewing
Wednesday 4 June 2014 | Published in Local
A manganese nodule with certification was presented to the Cook Islands Library and Museum Society yesterday.
Mama recognised in NZ Queen's Honours
Wednesday 4 June 2014 | Published in Local
It was a red letter day for Piripo Elisaia, commonly known as Mama Pi, and the Pacific Homecare team when she received a Queens Service Medal for services to the Pacific community in the 2014 Queens Birthday Honours.
What would you have done?
Tuesday 3 June 2014 | Published in Local
On Wednesday, Cook Islands News published a front page story with a headline “Fuel Shortage could become a petrol crisis”.
Three receive Queen's Honours
Tuesday 3 June 2014 | Published in Local
Three Cook Islanders have formally received awards after being announced as recipients of Queen’s Honours at the start of the year.
Airport cafe tender not required
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
A new cafe at Rarotonga Airport has been set up fair and square, says the Airport Authority.
Bright future awaits young opera singer
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
After giving up his dream of becoming a flight attendant, young opera singer Ridge Ponini is setting his sights on owning his own private jet and cabin crew one day.
Infrastructure secretary suspended
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
Secretary Mac Mokoroa has been suspended without pay for two weeks as part of disciplinary measures imposed by the Office of the Public Service Commissioner (OPSC).
Wallet finders praised
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Westpac has honoured one of its customers for his honesty in returning a lost wallet.
Depopulation a 'disaster issue'
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Depopulation of the Cook Islands is a “disaster issue” which will not be halted until workers are given strong reasons not to leave the country, says the Cook Islands Workers Association.
Rarotonga's petrol runs dry
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s fuel wholesalers have officially run out of supplies of petrol, leaving motorists to fend for themselves until the next shipment of fuel arrives.
Nikao Guides gain new members
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
Three “beautiful” Brownies, two Girl Guides and four Rangers were enrolled in the Nikao Girl Guides Company by their newly elected Girl Guide Captain, Mrs Teio Kea this week.
Emergency services prepared for fuel shortage
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s emergencies services are well-prepared to cope with the current shortage of petrol on the island, officials say.
'Panic' buying at petrol pumps
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
A petrol shortage in Rarotonga forced residents searching for fuel to wait in long queues yesterday.
First whale shows up in Rarotonga
Wednesday 28 May 2014 | Published in Local
Whale season does not officially begin until July, but a lone humpback has been spotted cruising in Rarotonga’s warm waters this week.
Population down by 1000 from 2012
Wednesday 28 May 2014 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands’ total estimated resident population has dropped by about 1000 over the past two years, according to the Statistics Office.
Multiplug warning after Vaima fire
Wednesday 28 May 2014 | Published in Local
Cook Islands officials are warning about the misuse of multiplugs or powerboards, after the discovery that one of the electronic devices caused the devastating fire at Vaima restaurant earlier this month.
Fuel shortage could become petrol crisis
Wednesday 28 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga will soon be facing a critical shortage of petrol.
Royal visit from Tongan princess
Tuesday 27 May 2014 | Published in Local
Cook Islands women living in New Zealand hosted Her Royal Highness Princess Mele Siu'ilikutapu Kalaniuvalu Fotofili at a special event at the weekend.
Consultants signed for aged care study
Tuesday 27 May 2014 | Published in Local
Two local consultants have been signed up to carry out research into whether the Cook Islands need an aged care facility.
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