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Court takes stand on cyber bullying
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Extreme reaction to cyber bullying has turned into positive action after a man convicted of assault on a female was sentenced to probationary service with the unusual condition that he become an advocate against cyber bullying.
Youth can't speak Maori, says Papa
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Culture
A forthright community elder says he is deeply concerned about the number of young people who cannot speak the Cook Islands Maori language.
New disaster kit for schools
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Education
School students can now learn about the risks of natural disasters and climate change thanks to a new resource kit handed over to the Ministry of Education yesterday.
Airport cafe tender not required
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
A new cafe at Rarotonga Airport has been set up fair and square, says the Airport Authority.
World No Tobacco Day today
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Health
From the Cook Islands to India, and all the way to Peru, the global community is marking 2014 World No Tobacco Day.
Bright future awaits young opera singer
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
After giving up his dream of becoming a flight attendant, young opera singer Ridge Ponini is setting his sights on owning his own private jet and cabin crew one day.
Infrastructure secretary suspended
Saturday 31 May 2014 | Published in Local
Secretary Mac Mokoroa has been suspended without pay for two weeks as part of disciplinary measures imposed by the Office of the Public Service Commissioner (OPSC).
Wallet finders praised
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Westpac has honoured one of its customers for his honesty in returning a lost wallet.
Campaign bootcamp for women leaders
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Women running in the upcoming elections are looking to gain a competitive edge by sharpening up their campaigning skills this week.
Depopulation a 'disaster issue'
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Depopulation of the Cook Islands is a “disaster issue” which will not be halted until workers are given strong reasons not to leave the country, says the Cook Islands Workers Association.
Nicotine products help smokers quit
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Health
A Ministry of Health programme designed to help smokers quit the habit is seeing some success, says a public health official.
Bank theft trials not until 2015
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Outstanding trial fixtures took priority at a criminal call-over at the High Court on Wednesday where trial dates for three women alleged to have stolen money from their workplace at Westpac’s Aitutaki branch were discussed.
Rarotonga's petrol runs dry
Friday 30 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s fuel wholesalers have officially run out of supplies of petrol, leaving motorists to fend for themselves until the next shipment of fuel arrives.
Nikao Guides gain new members
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
Three “beautiful” Brownies, two Girl Guides and four Rangers were enrolled in the Nikao Girl Guides Company by their newly elected Girl Guide Captain, Mrs Teio Kea this week.
Parents take up car seat scheme
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Health
It’s still early days but a small number of parents have already taken advantage of a recently-launched infant car seat rental scheme.
Data alert apps available: Telecom
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Economy
Telecom Cook Islands says its customers have hundreds of mobile phone applications to choose from if they want to monitor their personal data use.
Emergency services prepared for fuel shortage
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s emergencies services are well-prepared to cope with the current shortage of petrol on the island, officials say.
Invest to slow depopulation: Economist
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Economy
Cook Islanders will not stop leaving the country to live overseas until the government decides to start funding industry in the outer islands, says economist Vaine Wichman.
'Panic' buying at petrol pumps
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Local
A petrol shortage in Rarotonga forced residents searching for fuel to wait in long queues yesterday.
Groups oppose dredging in Aitutaki
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A proposal to deepen and widen the Arutanga Harbour entrance in Aitutaki has drawn strong opposition from two local groups.
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