National

Water tank programme in final stages

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Economy

The Government subsidised water tank programme is entering its closing stages with 1,479 tanks installed to date.

Economy


Family farming the way forward

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Local

Local produce sold out quickly at the Punanga Nui Market yesterday for World Food Day.

Local


Solar project feeding Raro's grid

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Technology

This week, Rarotonga’s largest-ever renewable energy plant went online – adding considerable momentum to the Government’s goal of having the Cook Islands 100 per cent powered by renewable energy by 2020.

Technology


First responders better prepared

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Health

The first few minutes following an accident are the most crucial and can often dictate the severity of the injury and the recovery process.

Health


Candyland Spring Ball benefits pa enua

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Local

Dazzling costumes, spectacular Candy Land themed decorations made for an exciting atmosphere at the Aotearoa Centre last Saturday for the Candy Land Junior Spring Ball.

Local


Ani and Croc share artistic knowledge

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Culture

Internationally renowned local artists Ani O’Neill and her husband Croc are multi-talented creatives.

Culture


Demo workers victimised: Rasmussen

Saturday 18 October 2014 | Published in Politics

The toxic effects of party politics have crept up in the outer island of Penrhyn, claims Democratic Party Leader Wilkie Rasmussen.

Politics


Mystery pig parts found in stream

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Environment

Remains of a large white pig are causing some concern for a resident in Vaimaanga who found the carcass of the animal in a stream next to her home.

Environment


Nu money helps with school lunches

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Local

11-year old Viorangi Kite from Arorangi School and her 9-year old brother Benjamin Kite have made close to $200 in lunch money these school holidays from selling nu.

Local


Family farming at World Food Day

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Local

Family farming is the theme of today’s World Food Day to be held at the Punanga Nui Market from 10am onwards.

Local


Junior debaters take compete in NZ

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Education

A team of students from Rarotonga have travelled to New Zealand to test their debating skills against their Kiwi counterparts.

Education


Pine forests of Mangaia surveyed

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.

Outer Islands


Domestic violence cases adjourned

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Crime

Four domestic violence cases appeared before the courts on Thursday, with two accused about to be sentenced having their cases adjourned.

Crime


Politics affecting family life in Pa Enua

Friday 17 October 2014 | Published in Politics

Party politics in the outer islands during the recent general elections have had a negative effect on workers and their families, says workers rights advocate Anthony Turua.

Politics


Grey Power mark pension tax victory

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Economy

Members of pensioner activist group Grey Power gathered together to celebrate their lengthy struggle to have back taxes on their New Zealand superannuation cleared by the Government.

Economy


PM announces key appointments

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Politics

With the nation’s political situation yet to be solidified, Prime Minister Henry Puna has gone ahead with a number of key appointments.

Politics


Airport solar plant goes online

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Technology

With the flip of two switches at the nation’s largest renewable power installation, the Cook Islands is now on its way to loosening its reliance on imported fossil fuels.

Technology


Ex MFEM employee in court for theft

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Crime

The High Court on October 9 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Carmen Temata, who made the following judgements:

Crime

MMR support World Food Day

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Local

In support of World Food Day, the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) will have four booths at the Punanga Nui market, organised by the Ministry of Agriculture.

Local


Global Handwashing Day commemorated

Thursday 16 October 2014 | Published in Health

Washing your hands thoroughly with soap to prevent the spread of diseases is the core message of the Global Hand washing Day commemorated on October 15 each year.

Health


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