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What does press freedom mean to you?
Tuesday 21 May 2013 | Published in Local
College students across the Cook Islands have the opportunity to showcase their creative skills as part of a competition currently being run by Cook Island News.
Beach dance scene on today
Monday 20 May 2013 | Published in Local
The closing scene of the Offshore Pirate team’s short film will be shot at Muri beach today, after being postponed over the weekend.
Raro cruising
Monday 20 May 2013 | Published in Local
The gracious crew of the lovely tall ship Picton Castle raised their sails on Saturday, taking an eager group on a leisurely cruise in the blue waters north of Rarotonga.
Education key to rehabilitation
Monday 20 May 2013 | Published in Local
Learning about the rest of the world in geography classes is the latest topic in education classes that are taking place at the Arorangi prison.
Tutaka-George wins Australian Aito
Monday 20 May 2013 | Published in Local
Top local junior paddler Andre Tutaka-George has taken out the Australian Aito paddling event in both the open men and the junior under 19 division.
New reporters on the beat
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islands News has two fresh reporters roaming the island looking for a scoop.
Plaiting rule back for Tereora
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Local
Female students at Tereora College now have to plait their long hair.
Runway kept in top shape
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Local
The Rarotonga International Airport runway is being kept in top working order thanks to some maintenance being conducted this week using innovative technology.
Mass beach dance in Muri
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Local
One of the teams involved in the Film Raro Film Challenge is asking for the whole island’s help.
More fish farm training to come
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Local
A three-day workshop for tilapia fish farmers was the first training session held by aquaponics facility Te Raurau Kaingavai in Titikaveka – but not the last.
A taste of tilapia
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Local
Tilapia fish expert John Eric Basco (front right) passed on his knowledge to locals during a three-day fish farming workshop at the aquaponics facility in Titikaveka.
Film Raro: a sensational promotion
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Local
A man with a vision came home to the Cook Islands to pitch his idea and most people shook their heads in disbelief.
Over $60K for minister's truck
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Local
Official figures have been released on a ministerial truck and the rationale behind the spending given.
Exciting times for tertiary training
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Local
The Education Act 2012 and the recent establishment of the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute has Jim Matheson very excited.
Port workhorse back in business
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Local
The Port Authority’s tugboat, Toa, was put back in the water early Thursday after a brief vacation on the dock.
Prizes for Anzac comp
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Local
Arorangi School Year 7 student Benjamin Tearii received his prize yesterday for coming third place in the Anzac essay and poetry competition.
Win prizes in aid of youth
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Local
Funds for a programme to help Rarotonga youth are being raised through a raffle with 15 spectacular prizes.
Water solutions for every household
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Local
The recent water shortage is a hot topic on Rarotonga, and Aquaflow Water Solutions is one company looking to provide solutions to low water pressure.
Students rewarded for Anzac essays
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Local
The New Zealand High Commission is visiting schools this week to acknowledge students that won awards for an Anzac essay and poetry competition – beginning with Arorangi Primary School yesterday.
New classes for Arorangi pupils
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Local
Arorangi School introduced three new classes for its students yesterday.
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