National
Vaima restaurant destroyed by fire
Thursday 8 May 2014 | Published in Local
Popular restaurant Vaima has been reduced to a pile of twisted metal and scorched timber after a fire late Wednesday night.
All hands on deck at Nautilus Restaurant
Thursday 8 May 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s newest restaurant will be opening its doors tomorrow night but hammers are likely to be flying until moments before the first diners arrive.
The sign says it all
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The election campaign has only just started but in the northern group, some people are over it already.
Australian Aid looks to private sector
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Economy
Australia’s evolving foreign aid programme would like to see more emphasis on the private sector to promote economic growth in developing countries, says a member of the nation’s Senate.
Anger management recommended
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Crime
A Matavera man charged with common assault for threatening another youth with an axe has been sentenced.
Zika cases dwindling
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Health
An outbreak of the zika virus which began in February appears to be nearing its end, says the Ministry of Health.
Fewer candidates run in 2014 election
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Election Briefs: Keep up to date with the latest election developments in the lead-up to the vote on July 9.
Tavioni wants time on Telecom offer
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Technology
Mike Tavioni is demanding that locals be given more time to band together and make an offer on Telecom New Zealand’s majority stake in Telecom Cook Islands.
One of robbery quartet released
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on May 1 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Bernice Manarangi, who made the following judgements:
Raro hosts deep sea minerals workshop
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Local
Dozens of overseas delegates are coming to Rarotonga next week for a deep sea minerals workshop focusing on the financial aspects of mining.
Nominations closed, candidates named
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Politics
With yesterday’s deadline for nominations, incumbent MP’s and political hopefuls have finished the easy work and will be hitting the road on the campaign trail.
MP Pickering not running in election
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Politics
Nominations closed yesterday for prospective candidates with a flurry of activity at the Ministry of Justice.
Expert suggests inflight water safety video
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands should consider producing a short water safety video to be screened on planes as they arrive in the country, says a surf lifesaving expert.
Road crashes prompt fresh warning
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Crime
Police are again urging drivers to take more care on the road after a high number of crashes late last week.
Demos eye majority stake in TCI
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Technology
The Democratic Party will push to have Telecom Cook Islands owned by a majority of local shareholders if it comes into power, says leader Wilkie Rasmussen.
Right turning rule explained
Tuesday 6 May 2014 | Published in Local
If you're turning right, give way. That’s the message of the Cook Islands Road Safety Council, which is trying to end confusion on our roads.
Makeover likely for Airport terminal
Monday 5 May 2014 | Published in Environment
A long-term plan being developed for Rarotonga International Airport could include a major terminal upgrade and the increased use of renewable energy.
Offshore industry among most 'secretive'
Monday 5 May 2014 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands is being described by an international tax advocacy group as one of the world’s most secretive financial centres.
More fishing days for purse seiners
Monday 5 May 2014 | Published in Local
American purse seiners can fish for an additional 100 days in Cook Islands waters in return for a $600,000 payment, due to a deal struck between the Cook Islands and the United States.
Erratic driver pleads guilty
Monday 5 May 2014 | Published in Crime
A young man caught by police driving erratically in Panama has been convicted and fined a whopping $500 at the High Court on Thursday.
« Previous 1 … 1,142 1,143 1,144 1,145 1,146 1,147 1,148 1,149 1,150 … 1,914 Next »