National
Demos prepared to form coalition
Tuesday 22 July 2014 | Published in Politics
A defiant Wilkie Rasmussen is confident a number of court challenges currently in the works will tilt the results of the election in his team’s favour, ushering in a Democratic Party-led government.
Election: No petitions yet
Tuesday 22 July 2014 | Published in Politics
The first of a number of deadlines for filing petitions passed on Tuesday, with no contesting of final results by either major party.
Students getting more 'hands-on' time
Tuesday 22 July 2014 | Published in Education
Outer islands school students are getting hands on experience in various workplaces across the islands as part of the Ministry of Education’s ‘work experience placement’ programme.
Massage for a good cause
Tuesday 22 July 2014 | Published in Local
Want to help animals in need and do something for your own health at the same time?
Physicist to give lecture
Monday 21 July 2014 | Published in Education
Library lunchtime lectures are returning to downtown Avarua this week, with physicist Gordon Keys talking on his work experiences since the 1950s.
Solar project foundations underway
Monday 21 July 2014 | Published in Environment
Foundations for the $3.3 million solar array at the Rarotonga Airport are rapidly taking shape ahead of the arrival of the solar panels to be erected on them.
Bishop slams Puna's '$22,000 flight'
Monday 21 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Travel arrangements that saw Prime Minister Henry Puna arrive from Manihiki on a chartered flight paid for with public funds have been slammed by Aitutaki MP Teina Bishop.
Back to the books after Taokotaianga
Monday 21 July 2014 | Published in Education
Cook Islands tertiary students have returned to their respective institutes to put their heads in their books after successful and colourful Taokotaianga celebrations in Wellington.
PM seeks to get new govt in motion
Monday 21 July 2014 | Published in Politics
A victorious Henry Puna arrived in Rarotonga over the weekend from Manihiki, days after being declared winner of the island’s seat in Parliament.
Constitution celebrations on the horizon
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Colourful costumes will be one of the highlight of this year’s annual Te Maeva Nui celebrations starting on July 28 and running right up to Constitution Day on August 4.
Theft accused found guilty
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Crime
The Fijian national accused of stealing over $10,000 from Aitutaki Lagoon Resort and Spa has been found guilty of taking just $298.80 of that amount.
Controversial painting recreated
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Culture
One of New Zealand’s best-known historical paintings has been recreated in Rarotonga as a stunning photographic piece involving 24 local cast members.
All Black flees the Kiwi winter
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Local
All Black veteran Cory Jane has escaped the bitter winter in Wellington for a week-long holiday in Rarotonga, where he is trying to “chill out and get a tan”.
Pandanus an important part of Mauke identity
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Environment
Imagine Mauke’s future without ara (pandanus). We believe it is an important part of Mauke’s identity as well as the environment.
Election coverage popular online
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Local
Missed anything in the news this week? Stay up to date with this list of stories that sparked the most interest online.
Decision pending on pearl farm aid
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
No decision has been reached about which pearl farmers in Manihiki will benefit from an aid-funded package of materials and equipment, says Mayor Ngamata Napara.
CIP wins majority in final count
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party has won a majority in Parliament after a dramatic final day of vote counting.
Mysterious votes in final count
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Over 1200 votes were added to Election 2014’s preliminary results after final counting, raising public concern over the handling of special votes.
Plenty of info at Lagoon Day
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Environment
The role of the animals and plants in the fragile ecosystems of the Cook Islands was one of the standout themes at this year’s Lagoon Day.
Bottles used for artificial reef structure
Saturday 19 July 2014 | Published in Environment
Visitors to Lagoon Day this year may have had their eye caught by a small concrete structure with glass bottles protruding from it.
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