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Te Mato Vai work starts on main road
Tuesday 10 June 2014 | Published in Local
Te Mato Vai construction has hit the main road in Rarotonga.
Bakery owners hope for August opening
Tuesday 10 June 2014 | Published in Local
Bad weather has caused a few delays but the owners of the Turoa Bakery are hoping to be back in business by August.
Former radio technician reminisces in Raro
Saturday 7 June 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga resident Bob Sewell recently returned to Rarotonga to retrace his steps, over 65 years after first arriving on the island.
Creative Centre benefits from thanksgiving service
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Students at the Creative Centre received a lunchtime visit yesterday from Religious Advisory Council president Pastor Eliu Eliu, who dropped in to make a generous donation.
New citizens join 'fruit salad' nation
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Eleven Rarotonga residents became New Zealand citizens yesterday in a ceremony where they were welcomed into the melting pot nation of Aotearoa.
Virus warning for computer owners
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Computer users in the Cook Islands and around the world are being warned to protect themselves from one of the most sophisticated viruses in history.
New Fire Chief for Rarotonga
Thursday 5 June 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s Rescue Fire Service has a new man at the top, but former chief Nga Jessie will remain in a mentoring role for the next two years.
Finance Secretary's contract extended
Thursday 5 June 2014 | Published in Local
Secretary Richard Neves will be remaining at the helm of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management until at least January 2015 after having his contract extended.
Shark case prompts private legal pursuit
Thursday 5 June 2014 | Published in Local
An anonymous individual is continuing efforts to potentially mount a legal challenge against the conduct of government officials in the handling of an incident where shark fins were found aboard a Chinese-flagged fishing vessel.
Petrol shortage hits rental companies
Thursday 5 June 2014 | Published in Local
Petrol may be flowing again in Rarotonga but a number of vehicle rental companies are still licking their wounds from last week’s fuel drought.
Young opera singer enjoyed first show
Wednesday 4 June 2014 | Published in Local
When Ridge Ponini woke up on Saturday morning, he had no idea he would be singing in his first opera concert that night.
Culinary students aim to dazzle
Wednesday 4 June 2014 | Published in Local
Once again, students at the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute will be putting their skills on display to offer a unique dining experience.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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