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Political integrity before reform: PM
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Politics
Politicians must improve their integrity before the nation’s political system can be reformed, says Prime Minister Henry Puna.
Junior volunteer vets share the love for animals
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local
It’s not typical to see two young girls sacrificing school holiday fun for animals but that’s exactly what two St Joseph School students are up these school holidays.
Patai on old path to save home
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Culture
Sailing to the IUCN World Parks Congress in Sydney feels a little more important than all Marumarua Atua skipper Peia Patai has ever done.
Otago to sets sail for NZ
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local
After a brief stop in Rarotonga to stock up on some supplies and offer crew some shore leave, the HMNZS Otago is set to return to New Zealand after a lengthy mission at sea.
Local detective recieves regional award
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local
During the opening ceremony of the 43rd Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Conference, Cook Islands law enforcement officers were recognised for their leadership.
Cook Islands talent echoes in NZ song comp
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local
A calm, soft pitch and a passion for music resonated in Selina Vainerere-Patia’s winning song Etama. Patia won the Cook Islands section as part of Unitec’s Pacific Song Writing Competition held in Auckland, New Zealand.
Party in Pink raises funds
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Health
Close to $2000 has been raised so far for the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation from various events organised to raise awareness and funds for the foundation.
Dog control campaign heads to the villages
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Local
Dog control officer Don Tua will be rolling out his dog campaign through the villages on the island starting with Takuvaine on October 20.
Rarotonga switches on to 'Te Mana o Te Ra'
Wednesday 15 October 2014 | Published in Technology
The Cook Islands is set to loosen some of its dependency on fossil fuels. Prime Minister Henry Puna and New Zealand High Commissioner hits the switch on the ‘Te Mana o Te Ra’ solar project today. During an opening ceremony dignitaries are expected to gather together at the airport to mark the completion of the renewable energy project. Officials say it has the potential to provide nearly one megawatt in capacity – roughly five per cent of Rarotonga’s electricity needs. Consisting of over 3000 solar panels, the installation will be operated by Te Aponga Uira staff (pictured here during a training session last week). Te Mana o Te Ra (Power from the Sun) is funded by New Zealand under the European Union / New Zealand Energy Access Partnership.
Mystery surrounds Bishop's majority
Tuesday 14 October 2014 | Published in Politics
An air of mystery continues to surround a folder displayed last week in Parliament that claims to include the names and signatures of 12 Members of Parliament from three parties, sufficient to form a majority.
Clerk defends Parliament's 'integrity'
Tuesday 14 October 2014 | Published in Politics
Clerk of Parliament John Tangi is defending his fellow staff members amidst mounting criticism after last week’s controversial sitting.
System simplified under 2013 Tax Review
Monday 13 October 2014 | Published in Economy
MFEM has released a progress update on the implementation of the 2013 Tax Review.
Demo plans long relationship with OCI
Monday 13 October 2014 | Published in Politics
"it will work in one way or another, hand in hand with OCI"- Wilkie Rasmussen
Cooks 'very enjoyable'
Monday 13 October 2014 | Published in Economy
A survey of cruise ship visitors to the Cook Islands is indicating that 75 per cent of those who make it to the shores of Rarotonga and Aitutaki rate their trip very highly.
Info booth helps support mental health services
Monday 13 October 2014 | Published in Health
Educating Cook Islanders about mental health was the focus of the World Mental Health Day information booth in Avarua on Friday 10 October.
Prestigious dinner held for pearls
Monday 13 October 2014 | Published in Local
200 residents came out to the ‘Marina Long Table Dinner’ to make a toast to the Cook Islands pearl industry on Saturday evening.
Local tenor prepares for music school
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Local
Promising young opera singer Ridge Ponini is one step closer to realising his dream after being accepted to study music at Otago University.
A whale of a time at farewell
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Environment
The ‘Safe Passage Campaign’ fundraiser held at the Muri Beach Club Hotel to raise funds for Cook Island Whale Research on Wednesday was by all accounts a resounding success.
Pacific Resort group scoops six major awards
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Local
Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) is in celebration mode once again after all three of its Cook Islands properties were honoured at the 21st annual World Travel Awards, capturing six major awards on a special night for the hotel management company.
TAU staff better informed on solar
Saturday 11 October 2014 | Published in Technology
Te Aponga Uira staff now have a better understanding about solar energy as they look to move away from fossil fuels to renewable energy.
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