National

Graduate researches seabed minerals

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Economy

There were no “eureka” moments for graduate James Davies, who has spent weeks in Rarotonga 'mining' seabed mineral data – but he did find mineral price sensitivity is more important to overall profitability of seabed mining than first thought.

Economy


Client frustrated at lawyer's absence

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Crime

Young offender Beniamina Patia has raised an issue with the court, saying he has been kept in remand for three months now.

Crime


Calm seas for Tai Marino launch

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Local

Koka Lagoon Cruises proudly launched its new glass bottom boat, the Tai Marino, this week.

Local


Energy efficiency in the spotlight

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Environment

Cook Islands workplaces should end up becoming more energy efficient as a result of a training course being run in Rarotonga this week.

Environment


Telecom shares to be advertised locally

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Technology

Any locals willing and able to pay $23 million for the lion’s share of Telecom Cook Islands will soon get their chance to make an offer.

Technology


Govt holds tight to Telecom shares

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Economy

The Government will not be selling any of its stake in Telecom Cook Islands to global player Digicel, says Mark Brown.

Economy


New diversion policy begun by police

Friday 4 April 2014 | Published in Crime

Certain cases before the courts will now have a chance to be resolved through alternative means, after a new initiative by police was revealed in court.

Crime


Delays add up for Pukapuka airport

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Frustrating delays to the Pukapuka runway project mean financial costs are mounting up and work is unlikely to be finished before the end of April.

Outer Islands


Cook Islands News to go up in price

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Local

Casual copies of the Cook Islands News will cost $2.10 from Monday – the first increase in cover price since September 2008.

Local


Digicel dominates parliament session

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Politics

The Government was put on the defensive yesterday over the recently negotiated conditional sale of Telecom New Zealand’s 60 per cent stake in Telecom Cook Islands to global telco player Digicel.

Politics

Grey Power returns to Parliament

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Politics

Grey Power made good on its vow to return to Parliament yesterday, where they made a vocal demand to Government for the immediate reimbursement of approximately $30,000.

Politics


Digicel: too early to talk job cuts

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Technology

Digicel says it is too soon to know whether it will cut jobs at Telecom and it will need more time inside the organisation to make that decision.

Technology


Picton Castle back in the Cooks

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Local

Morning commuters were greeted to the stunning sight of the three-masted Picton Castle as she sailed gracefully into Avatiu Harbour yesterday.

Local


Resignation delays BTIB investigation

Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Local

A resignation at the Cook Islands Audit Office has delayed its investigation into the Business Trade Investment Board.

Local

Weather experts meet to improve climate services

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Weather

Weather experts from small island developing states in the Pacific have gathered in Rarotonga this week to look at improving climate services in the region.

Weather


New juice bar on Rarotonga

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Local

Boost your health and get moving with a fresh juice or smoothie from the newest healthy juice bar on the island – the Kai Ora juice bar at Manu Manor in Tupapa.

Local


Free transport for dog de-sexing

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Local

A free pick-up service is being offered to dog owners in Arorangi who have been unable to get their animals de-sexed.

Local


Govt slammed for 'passive compliance'

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Technology

Local businessman William Framhein is furious that the Government is allowing Telecom Cook Islands to pass into the hands of global telecommunications company Digicel.

Technology


Mangaia ready to launch Puna Plan

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Mangaia residents are making headway on preparations for the launch of the Mangaia Island and Puna Plans 2014-2018.

Outer Islands


Govt criticised for stance on Telecom

Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Technology

The Government will almost certainly be waiving its right to buy Telecom New Zealand’s majority stake in Telecom Cook Islands.

Technology


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