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Rare fog surprises island's early birds
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Local
People who went to work early yesterday were caught by surprise by the thick layer of fog hovering over Rarotonga.
Art project encourages pupils' navigation skills
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Education
Nukutere College art students were transformed into navigators this week as part of a creative project aimed at understanding more about the geography of the Cook Islands.
Ex-government minister may be charged – police
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Crime
Police have finally concluded a two year investigation into a former government minister and have taken the case to court; ‘satisfied’ charges can be laid.
Eco retreat true labour of love
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Environment
Not many couples are brave enough to build a business in their first year of marriage.
Over-reef pipeline plans still uncertain
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Environment
While no final decision has been made, it appears the Rarotonga Environment Authority may be leaning towards giving the green light for controversial plans to build an over-the-reef pipeline on Rarotonga.
Green light for Westpac takeover
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) has given the green light for the Bank of the South Pacific (BSP) to take over Westpac’s operation in the Cook Island.
Bank happy to sponsor landmark event
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Local
The Bank of the Cook Islands appreciates the opportunity to be a platinum sponsor for this year’s Te Maeva Nui, especially in a year when Cook Islanders are celebrating the country’s 50th anniversary of self-government, says the bank’s manager of customer service and marketing, Rod Fox.
It's 'oui oui' to Bastille Day at Muri
Saturday 11 July 2015 | Published in Local
The French Revolution will be celebrated in style tomorrow with Le Bon Vivant’s annual Bastille Day celebrations.
$74 million yacht too big to berth in harbour
Friday 10 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The vessel that claims the title of the world’s biggest single-masted yacht is visiting Rarotonga.
Communication blamed for Parliament 'incident'
Friday 10 July 2015 | Published in Politics
An incident which led House of Ariki members to claim they had been barred from parliament chambers on Monday morning was due to a ‘miscommunication’, says acting Clerk of Parliament, Helen Maunga.
Rape-charged refused suppression of name
Friday 10 July 2015 | Published in Crime
A 35 year old man made his first appearance in the Rarotonga High Court yesterday charged with the rape of an elderly woman.
Tributes flow for 'Aunty Paddy'
Friday 10 July 2015 | Published in Local
Tributes are flowing for a Pacific woman described “a wayfarer and navigator in the field of transformative education” who touched the hearts of many Cook Islanders.
Hopes rise for whale season
Friday 10 July 2015 | Published in Environment
More people have reported sightings of humpback whales off Rarotonga in recent weeks, sparking hopes that whale season will be in full swing just in time for the peak tourist season.
Bank invests in road safety
Friday 10 July 2015 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Bank of the Cook Islands has donated $1,576.50 to the Cook Islands Road Safety Council (CIRSC).
Rape accused in court
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Published in Crime
A man will appear in the Rarotonga High Court today charged with the rape of a Takitumu mama in her early 80's last December.
'Hottie' solves cold problem
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Though Rarotonga is well known for its sunny weather and warm climate, recent cold spells at night have had many reaching for extra blankets and socks.
Maeva Nui arrivals continue
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
The mighty RR Revi French naval vessel was docked at Avatiu Harbour yesterday morning as part of the French government’s assistance for Te Maeva Nui transport.
PM joins foreign ministers at Sydney meeting
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna is joining Pacific foreign ministers in Sydney today at the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting.
Contest encourages young to go fishing
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Vaitoko Fishing Club held a fishing competition last week during the Ui Ariki weekend.
Have patience, motorists told
Thursday 9 July 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
MOTORISTS will have to be patient for another two weeks before they can get a clear ride along the main road in Avarua during peak hours.
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