Outer Islands
Researchers find healthy marine life
Tuesday 13 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Healthy coral and plenty of fish were some of the findings of researchers who recently returned from an expedition to survey parts of the marine park.
Hostel progression set in concrete
Monday 12 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The second floor of the new Pukapuka Hostel was filled with concrete last Thursday, in preparation for building the walls and roof.
Mauke celebrates Te Maeva Nui
Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
There is only a small population on Mauke Island, but it didn’t deter everyone from enjoying their float parade to start off Te Maeva Nui celebrations on the island.
Unlocking the mystery of Atiu's caves
Wednesday 7 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Two New Zealand-based anthropologists are visiting Atiu to conduct a multi-week study to unlock some of the mysteries of a burial cave on the island.
Manuae reef recovering
Wednesday 7 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Surveys of Manuae coral reef by the Marine Park research team show the reef is recovering from natural impacts, which degraded these reefs seven to nine years ago.
Pukapuka hostel on track
Tuesday 6 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
A new hostel for the Pukapuka community in Rarotonga is on track for completion this year.
Mauke College takes out 7s tourney
Saturday 3 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
In an exciting CIPS under 17 boys college seven final on Thursday – it was the better organised Mauke team together with a strong reserves bench that were able to repel a resistant Titikaveka team 19-7.
Youthful strength at college 7s
Friday 2 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Loads of youthful energy was exerted at Tupapa field where Rarotonga college students have been for the past two days taking part in the CIPS under 15 and under 17 college sevens tournament.
Mutiny, murder on the high seas
Wednesday 31 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Nine Indonesian crew members of a Taiwanese fishing vessel were arrested last weekend after a high seas drama that unfolded in the northern waters of the Cook Islands.
Te Maeva Nui time
Saturday 27 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
A colourful float parade through Avarua on Monday morning will mark the start of the annual Te Maeva Nui celebrations.
Trades training in pa enua
Friday 26 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The pa enua has been making the most of learning new trade skills this year, with an enthusiastic response to the annual Cook Islands Trades Training Centre (CITTC) workshops.
Fridge subsidy for Aitutaki
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents will be trading their old fridges for more energy-efficient models from today.
Community projects for Mitiaro
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Economic projects for Mitiaro were a key topic of a meeting conducted at the Mitiaro Hostel on Tuesday and its purpose was twofold.
Aitutaki number one: CNN
Saturday 13 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki is number one according to an online article by global media giant CNN which listed it as the top island “you’ve never heard of”.
Pacific Resort Aitutaki award
Saturday 13 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Pacific Resort Aitutaki has received a new award.
Picton Castle departs
Thursday 11 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The Cook Islands-flagged sailing ship Picton Castle is sailing away today for the second of two voyages to the northern group.
Mangaia prepares for climate change
Thursday 4 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Infrastructure is receiving a makeover in Mangaia to combat climate change.
Cargo boats to deliver supplies to outer islands
Wednesday 3 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Two locally-owned shipping vessels with full loads of cargo are preparing to leave Rarotonga for the outer islands within the next few days.
Pa Enua focus for netball competition
Wednesday 3 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Pa Enua netball clubs and representatives on Rarotonga are being encouraged to join the netball family and take up the challenge by being part of the inaugural Cook Islands National Age Group Championships.
Picton Castle brings pregnant women
Tuesday 2 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
World-voyaging sailing ship the Barque Picton Castle was carrying five pregnant women among her passengers when she returned to Rarotonga yesterday.