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New warning signs proposed
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
The tragic drowning of two visitors at Avaavaroa passage on Tuesday has prompted an initiative to erect more prominent warning signs in areas considered dangerous for swimming.
Tereora embraces enterprise
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
The young enterprise scheme that has seen many successful students become business entrepreneurs in New Zealand begins in Rarotonga next year.
Prefects sign off
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
A group of year 11 prefects at Nukutere College has left the school with a visual legacy after a new sign was unveiled yesterday.
Big fish for little angler
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
Nine-year-old Maeva Robati will soon overtake his father, legendary local fisherman Pupuke Robati, in the best fisherman stakes as the young Avarua School student is becoming a legend himself in local fishing circles.
Shark sanctuary explained
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
What does it mean? Pacific Islands Conservation Initiative programme manager Jess Cramp, who has been instrumental in advocating for a shark sanctuary, explains what this means to the people of the Cook Islands. Many Cook Islanders are wondering what it means for the country to declare a shark sanctuary and how it will be enforced.
'Time consuming effort'
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands made history on Wednesday with the announcement that the world’s largest shark sanctuary has been created, covering the whole of the Cooks’ exclusive economic zone.
Fashionable footwear in store
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
The soon-to-be-opened Shoe Box will be the place to snap up the hottest heels this festive season.
PS3s and bikes popular
Saturday 15 December 2012 | Published in Local
Gaming consoles, bikes and trampolines are all proving to be popular Christmas items in Rarotonga.
Changing faces at Nukutere College
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
There are many changes ahead for Nukutere College for 2013. The school is saying goodbye to a number of teachers at the end of this year, including Principal Donna Nahu.
Rutaki kids raise $2190
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
The first market day held by Rutaki School students last Friday has been labelled a success.
Captain Moko's fishing contest for kids
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
Getting Rarotonga boys and girls hooked on fishing is one of the main reasons local fisherma n Captain Steven ‘Moko’ Kavana has organised a junior fishing competition for this Saturday.
Santa's coming early!
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Eye Centre’s Annie Mason is planning a special Christmas event for children aged 10 and under next Tuesday from 5pm. Children able to meet Santa and remind him of the presents they want for Christmas a week later. 12121309
Grave concerns
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
Old graves on crown land, now exposed, along the side of the road in Nikao opposite the Rarotonga airport are a cause of concern among members of the public.
Teachers and principals honoured for their efforts
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Local
Four women were honoured for their contributions to education at a teaching awards ceremony on Tuesday.
Double tragedy hits police hard
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
The visitors who drowned in Avaavaroa passage on Tuesday afternoon have been identified as 62-year-old Judy Palmer and 64-year-old Robert (Bob) Groves.
Water pressure rises
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
The heavy rainfall from Sunday, Monday and Tuesday nights has improved water pressure levels throughout most of Rarotonga.
Fire appeal funds pass $4000
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
The second event in the appeal for Nikao fire victims has seen the total funds raised pass $4000.
Stock displayed at 'Coin Save'
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
The Samoan-based franchise Coin Save – which was denied a licence to operate in the Cooks last week – has its proposed Arorangi store stocked and ready to go.
Tendering waived for urgency
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
Starting work on the permanent seawall in Avarua as soon as possible is the reason the structure’s tender process was waived, according to financial secretary Richard Neves.
Shark sanctuary declared
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Local
Cook Islands waters have been declared a safe haven for sharks. Marine Resources Minister Teina Bishop announced in parliament yesterday that the whole of the Cook Islands exclusive economic zone is now a shark sanctuary. This means no targeting, retention or possession of sharks or any part of a shark on board any commercial vessel. […]
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