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Election coverage popular online
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Local
Missed anything in the news this week? Stay up to date with this list of stories that sparked the most interest online.
Eftpos surcharges taken 'very seriously'
Friday 18 July 2014 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Bankers Association says it takes surcharges on card transactions “very seriously” and will take action against offending merchants.
Visitor numbers only half the story
Friday 18 July 2014 | Published in Local
Visitor arrival numbers have been hitting record highs, but the real focus should be on how much money people are spending, says Cook Islands Tourism Corporation.
Smooth roads coming no time soon
Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Local
Issues with an aged water reticulation system are putting road improvement plans for a portion of Rarotonga, including Avarua, on hold.
Dogs, crime need collective response
Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Local
As tourists flock to the Cook Islands in droves for a winter getaway, the local community is being called on to help keep crime and dog incidents to a minimum.
Time to 'step up' for dance students
Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Local
A thrilling blend of hip hop, ceroc, traditional Cook Islands dancing and a few Beyonce-inspired moves will light up Nikao Hall tonight.
Rego plate money to make roads safer
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Local
Selling off old vehicle registration plates to tourists has helped Bank of the Cook Islands raise nearly $1000 for the cause of making roads safer in Rarotonga.
Depopulation high in the Cooks
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Local
Depopulation of the Cook Islands is at one of the highest rates in the world, according to an online report this week.
Papas brighten up playground
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Local
The Punanga Nui Market playground will be a brighter and safer place for kids thanks to the papas and mamas of the Mongoose Golden Oldies Club and members of the Rotary Club of Rarotonga.
Mauke fuel subsidy needed, says MMR
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Local
Mauke fishers may need some form of fuel subsidy to make their industry viable, according to the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).
Esther Honey raising funds for vehicle
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local
Hard-working volunteers at the Esther Honey Foundation are trying to raise about $8000 to buy a new vehicle – and made a healthy sum selling baked goods this week.
Top stories online this week
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local
Missed anything in the news this week? Stay up to date with this list of stories that sparked the most interest online.
Manihiki breakfast on the menu
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
Traditional Manihiki delicacies are being served up at Punanga Nui Market today, as part of a new tourism experience created by Pastor Ngarima George.
BCI funding for Cyclone Martin book
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
A major project to record Cyclone Martin’s impact on the people of Manihiki has been given a much-appreciated funding boost by the Bank of the Cook Islands.
Officials quiet over fishing negotiations
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
Officials are remaining quiet on the current status of ongoing negotiations with the owners of a foreign fishing vessel accused of illegally fishing in Cook Islands waters.
70th birthday surprise in Raro
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Mereani Tangata received a special 70th birthday celebration yesterday courtesy of fellow members of the Punanga Nui Vainetini Mamas group.
Bitter-sweet start to whale season
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Whale season has officially kicked off in the Cook Islands and around six humpbacks have already shown up over the past week.
Bikinis will be back, says Air NZ
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Local
Air New Zealand’s controversial ‘Safety in Paradise’ video – which features bikini-clad models demonstrating flight safety procedures – is on a temporary hiatus and will soon return, says a company executive.
Bumpy ride continues in Avarua
Tuesday 8 July 2014 | Published in Local
Construction on the main road that would have provided a smooth ride for motorists travelling from the airport to Tupapa appears to be nowhere in sight.
Driver dies after crashing into pole
Tuesday 8 July 2014 | Published in Local
A 43-year-old man died on Sunday afternoon after crashing into a power pole in Arorangi.
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