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Airport navigation equipment tested
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Local
The Airport Authority is currently using the services of a New Zealand-based company to keep the country’s navigation equipment in top order.
Faulty electronics caused Vaima fire
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Local
A faulty multi-plug was the cause of a fire that destroyed popular Vaimaanga eatery, Vaima, said the restaurant’s owner.
McCully can't get enough of Raro
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Politics
With three trips to the Cook Islands already under his belt this year, New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Murray McCully is set for another visit.
Activists 'hijacked' mining meeting
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Environment
A seabed minerals update meeting held for the public this week was disrupted by certain individuals who “hijacked” the event, says Seabed Minerals Commissioner Paul Lynch.
$25 million renewables project on target
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Environment
An announcement on awarding the contract for the design and construction of eight solar-powered hybrid energy systems for the northern group is expected later this month.
Prison escapee looking for closure
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Past prison escapee and notorious repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois has pleaded guilty to all his charges and may be looking at sustained reform.
Nominations sought for music awards
Monday 19 May 2014 | Published in Local
Preparations for the inaugural Tangi Reka Music Awards are in full swing and the public are urged to make nominations for their favourite singer, musician, band and composer.
Price jump follows VAT rise
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Economy
Some local businesses have used last month’s Value Added Tax increase as an opportunity to hike their prices more than expected, says the Price Tribunal.
Election: More voters registered
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Election Briefs: Keep up to date with the latest election developments in the lead-up to voting day on July 9.
Trio plead guilty to fighting
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Three more men charged after a fight outside Rehab Nightclub and Bar on April 20 have pleaded guilty and placed on nine months’ suspended sentence.
Charges laid for tourist burglaries
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Fifteen new charges have been laid against one of the four men accused of a raft of burglaries on tourist accommodations in Rarotonga.
Visitor numbers strong in April
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Local
Visitor numbers last month were the second-highest on record for an April month, continuing a trend of growth in the country’s biggest industry.
Election signs in the Cooks
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Election season is in full swing, with various campaigns beginning to show their colours around Rarotonga.
CI students graduate in Wellington
Saturday 17 May 2014 | Published in Education
Cook Islands students at Victoria University in Wellington were among a group of Pacific Island students that received a special reception after their graduation ceremony.
Election: 8 weeks to voting day
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Election Briefs: Keep up to date with the latest election developments ahead of voting day on July 9.
Test flight to Pukapuka
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Deputy Prime Minister Teariki Heather flew to Pukapuka yesterday on a test flight to check out the island's new runway.
Hands off our huts – market stalwart
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Local
Hut owners at Punanga Nui Market should be allowed to sell up for whatever price they like, says a long-term vendor.
Arorangi fruit fly numbers dropping
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Environment
An outbreak of the highly-destructive oriental fruit fly in Arorangi appears to have been brought under control, says the Ministry of Agriculture.
Taxis to ramp up service
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Local
Groundwork is being laid to improve taxi services in Rarotonga and eventually Aitutaki, thanks to a number of initiatives by the Cook Islands Taxi Association.
Stick to the rules, warns Opposition
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen is accusing the Cook Islands Party of coming “dangerously” close to breaking electoral laws.
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