Monday 19 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
For the eighth consecutive year, the staff and management of Turama Pacific Travel Group have given back to the community.
Wednesday 14 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
It was pretty much a case of ‘boys with their toys’ at Avarua Port yesterday as Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) staff took delivery of more than $6 million worth of construction machinery from China.
Tuesday 13 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
At 103 years old, Mama Caroline Daniel is showing no signs of slowing down.
Tuesday 13 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The Aitutaki Sharks league team mean business this year.
Monday 12 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The removal of asbestos from the soil around Aitutaki’s Araura Primary School and College is now well underway.
Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
Shared community kai, pearl meat (korori) and precious pearl harvesting and family reunions are just some of the activities families on the northern group island of Manihiki have been up over this festive season.
Wednesday 19 November 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
One of the big events already locked in to next year’s busy calendar to celebrate fifty years of self-government, is the annual Development Partners meeting.
Wednesday 12 November 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Looking after visitors to the island of Atiu is paying off in more ways than one.
Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Mangaia’s controversial pine forests could possibly be a “positive” for the island, said a visiting scientist with a global conservation association.
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
he solar project for the Northern Group has commenced in Pukapuka and Rakahanga with two weeks completed.
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Skilled fisherman Kaina Karaponga of the village of Tukao in Manihiki shares a smooch with this 50kg humphead wrasse – also known as a Napoleon fish.
Monday 6 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Mitiaro’s well-known fresh water eels the ‘Itiki’ is now back in the hands of the Ui Ariki and the Aronga Mana of the island.
Saturday 4 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Czech astronomer, photographer and journalist, Petr Horálek fell in love with the Cook Islands in 2010 when he visited Rarotonga for the first time. He recently returned, and has written about his experience viewing the marvels of the universe – from paradise. Horálek specializes in rare sky phenomena and night sky photography, and in July […]
Saturday 27 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Two band new tractors have been speeding up and down the main roads in Pukapuka kicking up dust.
Saturday 27 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Friday morning saw the signing of an agreement with a local contractor to provide an outboard motor, an aluminium boat, and a trailer for the island of Nassau.
Tuesday 23 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The outer island of Manihiki will soon have two new and upgraded harbours, allowing residents better access to the ocean.
Saturday 20 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Niua School in Pukapuka took the hands-on approach to “Clean Up The World Day 2014”.
Monday 15 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
After a false start, Palmerston’s new electricity generator is up and running, providing island residents with a consistent source of power.
Monday 15 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Work to upgrade Atiu’s airport runway is slated to begin with the shipment of equipment to the island.
Sunday 14 September 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Pukapuka is geared up for the upcoming solar project with three scheduled flights this week and the Tiare Moana already in Manihiki.