Outer Islands
A proud day for Atiuans everywhere
Thursday 24 December 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Last Friday’s official opening of the new Atiu hostel was a huge occasion, with hundreds of guests celebrating the completion of the three story building.
They've done it! Atiu hostel opens
Saturday 19 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
Amidst much fanfare and feasting, the Atiu Hostel in Tupapa was officially opened yesterday.
Three-island visit makes history for Cook Islands
Thursday 10 December 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
History was made this week as contestants in the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant discovered for the first time the “Nga Pu Toru,” or the three southern sister islands of Mauke, Mitiaro and Atiu.
Atiu crusher brings new era for island
Saturday 28 November 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
People of Atiu have now access to a new crusher that will pave the way for producing aggregates to seal the airport runway and the roads.
Inter-island barge sinks off Mauke
Friday 13 November 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
After 18 months delivering cargo to the Pa Enua, the country’s only inter-island barge sank yesterday morning off Mauke after mysteriously starting to take on water on its way to Atiu on Tuesday evening.
Araura Café a real success
Thursday 12 November 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Araura College’s Kaveinga Ora class put their best dishes forward and paired them with excellent service for the hospitality component of their course.
Atiu hostel meeting tonight
Thursday 5 November 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
After seven years of picking up and putting down tools, the people of Atiu are set to finally have a place to call home on Rarotonga with the opening of their hostel next month.
Upset over land taken by warrant
Friday 30 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Manihiki land claimants are becoming increasingly upset after government took land by warrant for solar power farms rather than leasing it, claiming they were misled from the outset.
Visit makes mama's day
Friday 23 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The Aitutaki Disability Centre recently hosted two special guests: Miss South Pacific, Latafale Auva’a and current Miss Cook Islands Felicia George.
Mauke unga survey completed
Tuesday 20 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The Mauke unga (coconut crab) survey coordinated by the National Environment Service (NES) has been completed.
Busy times on Tongareva...
Saturday 17 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Tongareva is largely untouched by the complications of 21st century life. Existence for the people of Penrhyn, the northernmost of the Cook Islands, centres around family, church, and all that comes with being a part of a proud community.
Tongareva turns on warm welcome
Saturday 10 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Tongareva’s people are welcoming and proud, despite the significant challenges that come with living in the most far-flung of the Cook Islands.
Vital assistance for Penrhyn
Friday 9 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The people of Tongareva have welcomed international delegates with Northern Cook Islands hospitality as work comes to a close on Exercise Tropic Twilight.
Penrhyn fuel depot handed over
Thursday 8 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
A multinational task group led by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) today handed over the new fuel depot built as part of Exercise Tropic Twilight to Cook Islands officials.
Aitutaki goes pink for 'Queen of Cuisine'
Tuesday 6 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki Hospital Charge Nurse Kura Ioane coordinated a group of men and women to come and listen to special guest, New Zealand ‘Queen of Cuisine” Anne Thorp yesterday morning.
Aitutaki's cats will be purring
Monday 5 October 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The cats of Aitutaki will be getting some well-deserved attention next week with a special visit from Esther Honey volunteers.
Mangaia projects impress minister
Monday 21 September 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Minister of Internal Affairs Albert Nicholas visited several Government funded social assistance projects on Mangaia last week and was impressed with the positive impact that the assistance has achieved.
Penrhyn fuel depot begins to take shape
Friday 18 September 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The crucial new fuel depot on Penrhyn is beginning to take shape at Omoko wharf, thanks to the hardworking Exercise Tropic Twilight contingent.
Students out to keep island looking great
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
While most teenagers’ ‘squad goals’ include fun times and luxurious living, the Araura College Enviro squad only want to promote environmental awareness within their school and community.
Tropic Twilight all go on Penrhyn
Monday 14 September 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Exercise Tropic Twilight continues in Penrhyn and reports of issues with the New Zealand Defence Force aircraft have been put to rest.
