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Community workshops offer creative expertise
Saturday 6 April 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islanders have been making the most of their creative talents, with places at the community education courses filling fast.
Nukzpower to take on Hunters in finals
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
The feisty Nukzpower ladies edged out their equally talented Live Smart touch rugby opponents in Wednesday’s women’s touch semi-finals to book their spot in the grand finals next Monday.
Paper for schools
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
Ministry of Education director of finance Anthony Turua (right) gratefully accepts 56 boxes of plain photocopy paper from HSBC general manager Taki Anaru, which are destined for all schools across the southern group islands of the Cooks.
The changing face of Cook Islanders
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
Several weeks ago a young professional Cook Islands woman and mother came to see me to talk about the immediate and long term implications of depopulation.
Search on for local movie stars
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
Ever fancied seeing yourself on the silver screen? Film Raro is now searching for talent for its short films.
ATMs back online
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
Two ATMs belonging to ANZ Bank were not fully operational over the long weekend, leading to a nearby ATM running out of cash.
Spell-a-thon exceeds target
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Local
A school spell-a-thon has raised more than $22,000 – thousands of dollars above the target figure.
In the captain's seat
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
This is your captain speaking! Three year old Apao Smith gets the feel of the captain’s seat during his preschool’s visit to Rarotonga airport yesterday.
Air Raro won't penalise 'big' passengers
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
The owner of the Cook Islands national airline said he once considered charging passengers by body weight – but only as an April Fools’ Day joke.
Water tank packages to be announced
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Water tank suppliers are developing packages for property owners eligible for a government subsidy, but costs are still to be confirmed.
No extra licenses for laptops
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Ministry of Marine Resources says the most recent donation of laptops to the country by a foreign licensed fishing company is not linked to more fishing licenses being granted in the future.
Cruise liner's first time in the Cooks
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
A cruise ship made its maiden voyage to Rarotonga yesterday.
Air Rarotonga hosts preschool visit
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Twelve Arorangi pre-schoolers had a taste of what it might be like to be a future airline pilot or at least passenger when they visited Rarotonga airport yesterday morning.
Car competition closes Saturday
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
A lucky supermarket shopper will win a new car this Saturday.
Next Forum set for September
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
The dates for the next Pacific Islands Forum have been announced.
Bella gives stellar performance
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Pacific soul singer Bella Kalolo treated an appreciative Rarotongan audience to an afternoon performance on Monday.
Scholarships for serious study
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Want to further your study for free and have a research topic in mind? Applications are being sought from suitably qualified regional candidates to do full-time or part-time Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of the South Pacific (USP).
Easter comp sees fish weight drop
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Fishing conditions were ideal for the 14 boats that registered for the two day Cafe Salsa sponsored competition held over the Easter weekend.
Life Education Trust seeks support
Tuesday 2 April 2013 | Published in Local
A preventative health resource for school students is looking to offer its services on Rarotonga.
Vision screening for southern group
Tuesday 2 April 2013 | Published in Local
Every year for the past six years, Susan Koralik makes the journey from the United States to the Cook Islands to work with Global Volunteers.
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