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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.
Businesses to undergo assessments
Saturday 24 May 2014 | Published in Local
The Tourism Industry’s food and beverage sector is about to undergo assessment by an independent assessor from New Zealand.
Cafe owner has export vision
Saturday 24 May 2014 | Published in Local
A new cafe operating at Rarotonga Airport will soon start selling local products like vacuum-packed taro and rukau for tourists to buy as they leave the country.
Cruelty to cat 'unspeakable'
Saturday 24 May 2014 | Published in Local
Dear Editor, Prov 12:10 “A righteous man cares for the needs of his animal, but the kindest act of the wicked are cruel” and on this note I would like to bring to the scrutiny of the public a very distressing incident.
MMR to host fisheries training
Friday 23 May 2014 | Published in Local
An eight-day training course on small and medium fisheries business development will be hosted in Rarotonga from June 23 to July 3.
Dog controller not yet appointed
Friday 23 May 2014 | Published in Local
Police have still not named a new dog controller for Rarotonga but have whittled down the list of applicants to two candidates.
Prized seabed nodule gifted to museum
Friday 23 May 2014 | Published in Local
A genuine Cook Islands manganese nodule has been presented to the National Museum and members of the public are being encouraged to get along and take a look.
Slow handout for pearl farmers
Friday 23 May 2014 | Published in Local
Aid-funded equipment and materials will only be handed out to members of the Manihiki Pearl Farmers Association if they meet strict criteria, says the group’s president.
New 'boys' in town aim to raise the bar
Thursday 22 May 2014 | Published in Local
A new eatery has opened in Rarotonga and its owners say their goal is to offer the best food and service on the island at the cheaper end of the market.
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