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Officials quiet over fishing negotiations
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
Officials are remaining quiet on the current status of ongoing negotiations with the owners of a foreign fishing vessel accused of illegally fishing in Cook Islands waters.
Book to show Aitutaki's growing potential
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The exotic tropical fruit gardens of Aitutaki resident Bill Tschan are set to come to life through a new book currently in the works.
70th birthday surprise in Raro
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Mereani Tangata received a special 70th birthday celebration yesterday courtesy of fellow members of the Punanga Nui Vainetini Mamas group.
Marurai waltzes into office
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
It was a boring election day for Ivirua Member of Parliament Jim Marurai, who ran uncontested on the island of Mangaia.
Youth vote turnout not looking promising
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Electoral Officers say they have seen very few young voters heading to the polling booths, suggesting the overall youth vote count could be disappointing.
Suspended cop granted travel to NZ
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on July 3 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Pae Tuteru, who made the following judgements:
Bitter-sweet start to whale season
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Whale season has officially kicked off in the Cook Islands and around six humpbacks have already shown up over the past week.
Cultural celebration in full swing
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Cook Islands student performers were welcomed onto the Takapuwahia Marae in Wellington as part of the weeklong Taokotaianga by and for Cook Islands university students.
One Cook Islands as kingmaker?
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
The numbers are close, but one thing is certain after yesterday’s general elections: the political landscape in the Cook Islands has changed in dramatic fashion.
Cooks heritage inspires woven art
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Cook Islander, Tuaine Bailey (nee Strickland) is currently showcasing her weaving at Auckland City Council’s Nathan Homestead in Manurewa as part of an exhibition of Maori Art for Matariki Celebrations.
Election: Where and how to vote
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Roughly 10,540 electors are registered to exercise their democratic rights by voting in today’s General Elections.
Superfund grows by $13.7 million
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund has announced its full-year results for 2013, showing members received an 8.86 per cent return on their investment.
Family tension leads to assault on sister
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Crime
Diversion is being considered for an assault between siblings over an apparent dispute over the family home.
Bikinis will be back, says Air NZ
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Local
Air New Zealand’s controversial ‘Safety in Paradise’ video – which features bikini-clad models demonstrating flight safety procedures – is on a temporary hiatus and will soon return, says a company executive.
Recall notice for dodgy spaghetti
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Health
“Disgusting” is the word used by one consumer to describe the murky contents of a tin of spaghetti she bought last week.
Election: View the preliminary results
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Keep up to date with the election results as they trickle in. This page lists the preliminary results from the July 9 vote.
Election: Voters head to the polls
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Cook Islanders have been lining up at polling booths today to cast their votes for the General Election.
Cultural competition unites students
Tuesday 8 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Cook Islands university students in New Zealand are putting their text books aside to get their hips swinging in this year's Taokotaianga cultural competition over the next seven days.
Bumpy ride continues in Avarua
Tuesday 8 July 2014 | Published in Local
Construction on the main road that would have provided a smooth ride for motorists travelling from the airport to Tupapa appears to be nowhere in sight.
CIP urged to explain purse seining stance
Tuesday 8 July 2014 | Published in Politics
With the election just one day away, Te Ipukarea Society is calling on the Cook Islands Party to front up and clarify its position on purse seine fishing.
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