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Minister of Health back in Bangkok
Thursday 29 January 2015 | Published in Health
Minister of Health Nandi Glassie has returned to Bangkok, this time to attend an Asia-Pacific inter-governmental meeting on HIV and AIDS.
Logo launched
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Local
Symbolising the founding of the Cook Islands and its subsequent growth, the 50th anniversary logo (pictured above) has finally been launched.
Shipping cuts unexpected says PM
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Politics
The cutting of shipping services to Aitutaki from two voyages to one a month came as a complete surprise, says Prime Minister Henry Puna.
Last drive before licence loss
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Crime
Manatu Taumaa was convicted and fined $500 plus $30 court costs and was disqualified from driving for 12 months when he appeared the High Court last Thursday charged with driving with excess breath alcohol.
Injured tourist still struggles to hear
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Crime
The 36 year old British tourist injured in a vicious and unprovoked attack at an Avarua nightclub last Friday night still cannot hear properly, days after the incident.
A busy first day
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Education
Apii Te Uki Ou School was a hive of activity yesterday morning with parents, teachers and students getting into the swing of the school year.
Mixed emotions on first day of school
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Education
St Joseph’s Primary School’s grade 2a teacher Odilia Arai pictured with her well-behaved class on the first day of school yesterday morning.
School head excited about coming year
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Education
Some new entrant students at Takitumu Primary School seemed unsure about moving from early childhood classes to grade one on Tuesday.
Haggis hits the spot
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Local
Efforts last weekend to introduce Rarotonga to a little bit of Celtic culture went down well with both locals and visitors, says Vaima Restaurant’s Scottish owner, Cameron Robertson.
ILO director's presence welcomed
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Politics
Labour mobility will be one of the subjects on the agenda during the Cook Islands Donor Round table Meeting next month, with International Labour Organisation (ILO) director David Lamotte leading discussions.
New students welcomed with turou
Wednesday 28 January 2015 | Published in Education
First-time Nukutere College students received special treatment on the first day of school, with a turou welcome from the entire school.
Panel to review minimum wage
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Politics
Minister of Internal Affairs Nandi Glassie has confirmed the selection of a panel to conduct this year’s review of the minimum wage rate in the Cook Islands.
Co-op aims to unite island growers
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Local
A new co-op aimed at uniting growers and boosting the local produce market will be launched next month.
Spectacular waves continue as weather brings big swells
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Local
Heavy swells that battered the northwestern side of Rarotonga over the weekend are expected to subside over the next couple of days – but possibly not for long.
New deal with Korean company will expand purse seine fishery
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands will expand its purse seine fishery this year through a new initiative approved by Cabinet last week.
Demos call for urgent meeting
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Politics
A special meeting of the Democratic Party Executive has been called for tomorrow night.
Proposal in pipeline
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Politics
A controversial proposal that could slash the price of petrol on Rarotonga has been sent back to a government committee before approval is given for public consultation.
Sun power lights up the islands
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Local
Solar powered lights are brightening up dark corners across the Cook Islands as part of the Pacific Efficiency Project under the Asia Development Bank’s technical assistance programme.
Free courses could help save lives
Tuesday 27 January 2015 | Published in Health
Anyone wanting to equip themselves with lifesaving skills and knowledge should mark Thursday, January 29 on their calendars.
Educators ready to inspire young learners
Monday 26 January 2015 | Published in Education
2015 is set to be an exciting year of learning for Cook Islands students, with fresh energy from newly recruited teachers sure to inspire island children to learn.
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