National
Recommendations made to Govt
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Local
A team of peer reviewers which visited the Cook Islands late last year has put forward a wide range of recommendations to the Government.
Couple rescued from yacht
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Local
An elderly Swedish couple had to be rescued from a yacht after their mast broke in four-metre swells near the Cook Islands.
July drier than last year
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Weather
Many people have been calling last month one of the wettest Julys in years but a report from the Met Service suggests otherwise.
Nightmare trip made easier by travel agent
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Local
A local travel agent is being praised for going above and beyond to help a young medical student during his nightmare journey home from Cuba.
New fire truck for Rarotonga Airport
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Local
A new rescue firefighting vehicle is being purchased for Rarotonga International Airport in anticipation of future changes to safety requirements.
Ponia slams 'rhetoric' on tuna
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Environment
“Rhetoric” from non-governmental organisations isn’t helping manage the Pacific region’s tuna fishery, says Secretary Ben Ponia from the Ministry of Marine Resources.
Quick reaction catches tainted meat
Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Health
Swift action by local retailer Prime Foods prevented a salmonella outbreak in the United States from reaching the Cook Islands.
Vaka voyagers depart Rarotonga
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Culture
After a few days’ rest on Rarotonga, worldwide voyagers on Hawaii vaka Hokulea and Hikianalia will depart the island this morning to continue their mission to protect mother earth.
Police truck hit while attending crash
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Crime
A woman was arrested in the weekend after crashing into a police vehicle which was parked up at the scene of a separate crash.
New software to track Govt assets
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local
Staff at key agencies are learning to use a new piece of software that allows the Government to better manage assets like buildings, roads and airport facilities.
Investigation time concerns lawyer
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Crime
Now entering its second year, the police investigation of Aitutaki Member of Parliament Teina Bishop is drawing concern from the politician’s lawyer.
Govt contract details released
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local
A long list of contract awards has been made available to the public, providing information about Government procurement activities.
Australians awarded Raro water leak work
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local
The project to assess the level of water leakage on private properties on Rarotonga is set to begin with the signing of a contract yesterday.
Bar brawlers not discharged
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Crime
Two Samoan nationals charged along with nine other men involved in a brawl outside a local nightclub have been denied a chance at being discharged without conviction.
Prejudicial reporting alleged
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on July 31 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Bernice Manarangi, who made the following judgements:
Mouth care products for Palmerston
Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Every child on the island of Palmerston will receive brand new toothbrushes and toothpaste when the sailing vessel Eastern Star visits in two days’ time.
Cook Islands flavour at French museum
Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Culture
A French museum will soon be showcasing items that have been handcrafted right here in the Cook Islands.
Fisheries treaty to help surveillance
Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Local
A treaty which came into force last week will help the Cook Islands monitor and control illegal fishing activities in its vast ocean area, says the Ministry of Marine Resources.
Brown discusses fisheries at forum
Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Local
Day two of the Pacific Leaders Forum in Palau began with a healthy early morning walk with the President of Palau and other leaders. Minister Brown stretched his legs to highlight the growing impact of non communicable diseases on health and economic development in the Pacific.
Chance of better weather
Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Weather
After a week of wet and cold weather, things look to be on the improve.
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