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Islanders apply for minerals training
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Local
Two young Cook Islanders are being backed by the Seabed Minerals Authority to take up an ‘at-sea’ training opportunity on a research vessel next year.
Identifying land for TMV continues
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Local
Identification of land required for the Te Mato Vai water infrastructure projects is an ongoing process for officials, said a member of the project’s Steering Group.
Brown launches re-election campaign
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Election Briefs: Keep up to date with the latest election developments in the lead-up to viting day on July 9.
Regulations on way for deep sea mining
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Local
Changes are set to be made to the Environment Act in preparation for any future seabed minerals exploration in the Cook Islands.
Drink-drive cases concern police
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Police have issued a strong warning to motorists after four people were arrested for allegedly drinking and driving over the weekend.
Election: 'David vs Goliath' battle in Atiu
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Politics
One of the most-watched contests in this election will be going down in Atiu, where Rose Toki Brown is preparing for a David versus Goliath-style battle against Norman George.
$500 for Pearl Authority logo
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Local
A competition is being launched by the Pearl Authority to find a fresh new logo which tells the story of Cook Islands pearls.
PM's office denies pearl fund allegations
Tuesday 20 May 2014 | Published in Politics
The Office of Prime Minister Henry Puna denies knowledge of an alleged grant funding request by the nation’s leader to support the growth of his pearl farm in Manihiki.
Puna returns from Manihiki pearl forum
Monday 19 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.
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.
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