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Four satellites ok for O3b

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in Local

Internet provider 03b is confident in its ability to provide top-notch broadband to the Cook Islands, despite having only four satellites in orbit.

Bless this site

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in Local

Tauturu Orometua John Andrew lifts his hands to heaven and calls on God to bless Telecom’s Aroa Station yesterday.

Kitesurfers gear up for Manureva

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

As local residents baton down the hatches against predicted high winds over the weekend – local kitesurfers will be airing out their kites and polishing up their boards for loads of fun.

Polyfest kids perform up a storm!

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

While stormy weather conditions generated by Cyclone Lusi has forced the postponement of the last day of cultural performances at the annual Polyfest – three days of Pacific colour and sound brightened up the Manukau Sports Bowl.

Top Shape marks its 25th birthday

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

Topshape Complex in Taputapuatea celebrates 25 years of being in business today.

More positive cases of zika

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

A total of 35 cases of zika have been confirmed in Rarotonga since the outbreak started in early February, says the Ministry of Health.

Blustery weather expected to last past the weekend

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

Strong winds buffeting Rarotonga and the rest of the Southern Group will keep blowing throughout the weekend, if not longer.

'Pat a cake, pat a cake...'

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

Around 170 college students have taken the chance to add some less traditional classes to their schedule.

Minister explains why he has three Govt vehicles

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

Agriculture Minister Kiriau Turepu has explained why he currently has three Government cars in his possession.

Official recovers on the job

Saturday 15 March 2014 | Published in National

Multiple flights of stairs leading to the top-floor offices of the Finance Ministry hasn’t stopped Tai Nooapii – who’s recovering from a serious motorbike injury – from recently taking up a job offer with the government.

New plan for reclaimed land

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in National

Barren reclaimed land next to Punanga Nui Market is set to be transformed into a tree-lined public space and car park.

Agriculture project launched

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in National

Growers were invited to the offices of the Ministry of Agriculture earlier this week to participate in the rolling out of a project that aims to boost the agricultural output in the southern group of the Cook Islands.

Recalculated pension payments separate

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in National

The Government announced last week that it would re-calculate the March 2014 pension payment rate for those pensioners that had made late registrations for the 25% pension increase, which was introduced as part of the tax reforms.

Sanitation systems to be overhauled

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in National

Up to 1000 homes on Rarotonga and Aitutaki will have their sanitation systems brought up to standard in a programme due to start this year.

Estall pleads guilty to excess blood alcohol charge

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in Crime

Accused James Estall has pleaded guilty to a charge of excess breath alcohol in the last day of his trial.

Deficit still expected

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in Local

The Government is continuing with its forecast for a deficit for 2013-14, despite posting a $4.7 million surplus for the first six months of the fiscal year.

Massive marlin

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in Local

Marlin Queen lands massive blue marlin

Friday 14 March 2014 | Published in National

An enormous blue marlin caught off Rarotonga yesterday morning is probably the biggest landed by rod and reel in the past three or four years, says the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club.

Estall trial reveals victim's injuries

Thursday 13 March 2014 | Published in Crime

Crash victim Kulani Takai had no obvious injuries on the night of the accident that later claimed his life, with Crown witnesses saying he was conscious and walking around that night.