Local
'Ask a local' to stay safe in the water
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
Water safety expert Ron Bird believes the tragic drowning deaths of two visitors at Avaavaroa Passage last week was “totally avoidable”.
Novelty in Africa
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
When Prime Minister Henry Puna announced in parliament that he was travelling to Africa, I formed the immediate impression that it’s his curiosity and sense of exploration that is compelling him to go. However as expected, since his travels are under close scrutiny by every Cook Islander, he delivered us the line that he is going to bring home untold benefits.
Christmas cheer for 175 children
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
A list of 175 children who might not have got a Christmas present this year will have something to open on Christmas Day.
Doomsday date wrong
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
We are still here. Just another day in paradise!
Appeal for fire victims raises $25,000
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
The final tally for the Nikao fire appeal could reach over $25,000 once the final pledges are received.
New warning signs
Thursday 20 December 2012 | Published in Local
New warning signs will be erected at the Avaavaroa passage where two visitors drowned on Tuesday, December 11.
Island gets 4.5 tonnes of 'food and love'
Thursday 20 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Assembly of God congregation are doing their bit to make sure everyone on the island will have a happy Christmas – by giving out 500 food hampers to those in need.
Cyclone Evan won't affect Cook Islands
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Local
Cold water may have swimmers shivering but thankful – the Cooks won’t be affected by a cyclone until the water temperature reaches at least 27 degrees Celsius.
Maybe Christmas is what we need
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Local
If you’re finding it hard to get into the Christmas spirit – if the recent drownings in the passage and the fires and Cyclone Evan and the Connecticut shootings are getting you down – I don’t blame you.
New 'extremers' celebrate fitness
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Local
The sixth edition of the Extreme Fitness group workout programme has wrapped up with 20 fit and energised members known as ‘extremers’.
New 7s world series process
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Local
A revised core team qualification process for the HSBC Sevens World Series 2012-13 season has been implemented.
CISA sports course axed
Tuesday 18 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Sports Academy (CISA) held its graduation on Friday – its last, as the programme has been terminated by the Ministry of Education (MOE).
Teachers as researchers
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Discovering how different strategies can help children improve in the classroom is behind the ‘teachers as researchers’ programme.
Inmates plant 200 trees
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Inmates at the Arorangi Prison did their part to ensure the future of island trees when they planted 200 seedlings in their grounds last Tuesday.
Energy audit equipment given to reduce power bills
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has donated over $14,000 of energy audit equipment to the Cooks.
Fisherman's work
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Dedicated fisherman Jubilee Jubilee (aged four) was one of about 150 anglers at Saturday’s highly successful junior fishing competition at Avana harbour.
#1 for Kiwi weddings
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands has been declared the most popular wedding destination for Kiwis outside New Zealand.
Captain Moko's fishing comp draws 150
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Avana harbour came to life early on Saturday morning when 150 keen junior anglers descended on the foreshore where the fish were biting.
Juniors honoured at Tereora
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Tereora College’s year 9 and year 10 students were the toast of the school at the junior prizegiving on Thursday.
Nukutere juniors praised
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Local
Nukutere College’s high-performing junior students had their time to shine at a prizegiving held on Friday.
« Previous 1 … 563 564 565 566 567 568 569 570 571 … 707 Next »