National

Have your say on pelagic fishery plan

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Environment

The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) is still welcoming last minute feedback on the draft Large Pelagic Longline Fishery Plan as public submissions close today.

Environment


Top performing ministries named

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Local

The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health have been recognised as the two top performing Public Service Departments for 2013/2014 financial year.

Local


Fond farewell for High Commissioner

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Local

The achievements of a departing diplomat were celebrated with laughter and tears at a special farewell attended by family, friends and colleagues this week.

Local


Injured rider endures long wait

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Crime

High demand for police assistance at the weekend resulted in a delayed response to a motorbike crash in Avarua early Saturday morning.

Crime

Elderly woman attacked in home

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Crime

An elderly Takitumu woman is still in Rarotonga hospital after allegedly being attacked and sexually abused in her home at the weekend.

Crime


Airport solar project a success

Friday 12 December 2014 | Published in Economy

Rarotonga’s airport solar project is proving highly efficient, with more power being produced than expected from the $3.3 million project.

Economy


Avarua parents' day a family affair

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Education

Avarua School rewarded their top students yesterday as part of their parents’ day. Top students received awards for their academic, cultural and sporting achievements.

Education


Sharing Rarotonga with the world

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Local

Rarotonga is all about abundance, says an Italian travel blogger who is on the island gathering information to share with the rest of the world.

Local


Harbour master on learning visit

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Local

Rarotonga harbour master Saungaki Rasmussen is in Singapore taking part in the Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore’s inaugural port management programme.

Local


India's new tourist visa scheme

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Local

On November 27 2014, the Government of India launched the Tourist Visa on Arrival (TVOA) enabled with Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) Scheme.

Local

Rules shut restaurants for day

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Local

Outdated laws that mean restaurants have to close on Christmas Day are ridiculous, say some local business owners.

Local

Busy day at Government House

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Politics

Government House was buzzing with activity yesterday as Queen’s Representative Tom Marsters and his wife Tuaine accepted the credentials of two new foreign diplomats.

Politics


Let's have a beach party at work!

Thursday 11 December 2014 | Published in Local

CITC supermarket staff (from left) Ruhama Tukurangi, Rose Tuakana, Ngaoa Rongo and Angina Hewitt were dressed for the occasion yesterday when the supermarket held a beach party as part of the Tropical Christmas promotion.

Local


Proud day for Aitutaki pupils

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Education

Students of Tekaaroa Adventist School in Aitutaki were overflowing with pride last Thursday when they were commended for their hard work during the 2014 school year.

Education


ANZ gets festive forlocal clients

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Local

ANZ CLIENTS had a merry time on Friday night as the Cook Islands branch ended the year with a successful Christmas Party.

Local


Punanga Tauturu turns to Facebook

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Health

Punanga Tauturu Inc (PTI) has joined the social media age and is launching a Facebook page to commemorate Human Rights Day 2014.

Health

Businesses create Christmas excitement

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Economy

Christmas lights are up and Rarotonga businesses have been busy creating a series of exciting events leading up to Christmas Day.

Economy


Smallest school big in spirit

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Education

Rutaki Primary School, the smallest school on the island, held their prize giving yesterday and it seemed like the entire village came out for the occasion.

Education


Mosquito disease warning

Wednesday 10 December 2014 | Published in Health

The season for mosquito-borne diseases is almost here and with it comes a warning from public health to combat diseases like dengue fever by using repellent and avoiding creating mozzie-friendly environments.

Health


Bank out to improve financial education

Tuesday 9 December 2014 | Published in Local

ANZ YESTERDAY announced the expansion of MoneyMinded, the bank’s flagship adult financial education programme, which has reached more than 400 people in the Cook Islands since 2010.

Local


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