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Bakery owners hope for August opening
Tuesday 10 June 2014 | Published in Local
Bad weather has caused a few delays but the owners of the Turoa Bakery are hoping to be back in business by August.
Superfund appeal decision Friday?
Tuesday 10 June 2014 | Published in Economy
Arguments began to be heard yesterday as part of the Crown’s appeal of a recent High Court decision that declared the Cook Islands Superannuation Fund’s legislation as unconstitutional.
Black widow: Overseas expert offers advice
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Environment
A biosecurity specialist from Australia says it might be a good idea for the Cook Islands to start spraying every shipping container which arrives from America and Australia.
Parents key to language survival
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Culture
Keeping the Cook Islands Maori language alive and thriving is a responsibility that ultimately lies with parents in their homes, says the Secretary for Culture.
No bailout needed for Cook Islands
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Economy
Financial bailouts from New Zealand will not be needed to pay down the country’s debt obligations, says a government official.
Ngaro gets nod for Te Atatu
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Cook Islander Alfred Ngaro has been selected by New Zealand’s National Party to be its candidate for the Te Atatu electorate at this year’s General Election.
Last days for local Telecom offers
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Technology
Any locals looking to make an offer to buy Telecom New Zealand’s shareholding in Telecom Cook Islands have only a few days left.
El Nino pattern could mean a dry year
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Weather
Meteorologists are predicting an El Nino cycle could return to the western Pacific in the coming months.
Bishop puts his hand up for debate
Monday 9 June 2014 | Published in Politics
One Cook Islands leader Teina Bishop has put his hand up for the proposed political debate mooted by the Cook Islands Party.
Two public lectures at USP next week
Saturday 7 June 2014 | Published in Education
An overseas academic who has been researching tropical cyclone hazards in the Cook Islands is giving a public lecture in Rarotonga next week.
Nightclub brawl names released
Saturday 7 June 2014 | Published in Crime
Name suppression has been lifted for four men charged with fighting in a public place.
Demos say no to debate challenge
Saturday 7 June 2014 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party is turning down a challenge by the ruling Cook Islands Party to a live televised debate.
Former radio technician reminisces in Raro
Saturday 7 June 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga resident Bob Sewell recently returned to Rarotonga to retrace his steps, over 65 years after first arriving on the island.
Avatea School blessed from afar
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Education
A New Zealand woman with a big heart has pulled together a pallet-load of books, games, stationery and resources to help Avatea School get back on its feet after last year’s fire.
Church donates emergency equipment
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Emergency and disaster assistance products worth $30000 have been donated to Aitutaki.
Creative Centre benefits from thanksgiving service
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Students at the Creative Centre received a lunchtime visit yesterday from Religious Advisory Council president Pastor Eliu Eliu, who dropped in to make a generous donation.
New citizens join 'fruit salad' nation
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Eleven Rarotonga residents became New Zealand citizens yesterday in a ceremony where they were welcomed into the melting pot nation of Aotearoa.
Northern solar work ready to go
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Environment
A major contract to design and build solar-powered hybrid energy systems on all six atolls in the Northern Group has been awarded to New Zealand company PowerSmart.
Bail denied in kidnapping case
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Crime
The man charged with kidnapping a seven-year-old girl has been placed back into custody over concerns for his safety.
Virus warning for computer owners
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Local
Computer users in the Cook Islands and around the world are being warned to protect themselves from one of the most sophisticated viruses in history.
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