National
Water tank programme on track
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Local
After reduced activity in February, the Government’s subsidised water tank programme looks to be well on track.
Japanese funding for Maungaroa
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Local
Up to NZ$146,905 is being provided by the Government of Japan for the construction of the Maungaroa Lifelong Study Centre building and office furnishings at Arorangi.
Helping hand from Hideki Date - again
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga-based Hideki Date recently visited his homeland Japan during his annual leave – but was soon hard at work as a volunteer cleaning up at the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant.
First trees planted at Punanga Nui Park
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Local
It may have taken close to two years but the first trees have finally been planted in a desolate patch of land running north of Punanga Nui Market.
Zika number keeps rising
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Health
More than 300 people have been reported as showing symptoms of the zika virus this week, says the Ministry of Health.
TikiTour expands to outer islands
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Locally owned and operated TikiTour (formerly The Circuit) has expanded its map and coupon guide services beyond Rarotonga.
Prime Minister pushes reform ideas
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna spent the later half of this week on a media blitz promoting the Government’s proposals for political reform.
Zika count too low, say pharmacists
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Health
Pharmacy managers suspect the number of people who have contracted the zika virus in Rarotonga is much higher then the official reported figure.
Young burglary accused on bail
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Crime
A young man charged with burglary on a backpacker accommodation and entering a private residence with the intent to commit a crime, has pleaded not guilty.
Water safety day a huge success
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Education
Rough seas and bad weather did not deter young Cook Islanders from enjoying learning about how to be sun smart and safe in the water on Saturday.
Spike in new vehicle registrations in 2013
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Local
New vehicle registrations soared to a seven-year high in 2013, while the total value of building approvals remained low but crept up slightly.
Rare bible returns to Rarotonga
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Culture
At 159 years old, a rare Cook Islands Maori bible is still in fine condition. 'Tuatua Tapu' has been donated to the Cook Islands Library and Museum Society and will be on permanent display in the museum.
PM played role in shark fin incident
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Local
Prime Minister and Marine Resources Minister Henry Puna made an “executive decision” in allowing a boat discovered to have shark fins aboard to proceed through the nation’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) without having charges laid.
Auditors discuss govt accountability
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Economy
Members of parliament’s Public Accounts Committee are hosting a regional audit official who has travelled to Rarotonga to discuss government financial accountability in the South Pacific.
Are Pa Metua gets a makeover
Friday 21 March 2014 | Published in Local
Kind members of a New Zealand Rotary club gave Rarotonga’s Are Pa Metua centre a much-needed lick of paint this week, despite the dire weather conditions.
Tumutoa named BTIB chairman
Thursday 20 March 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga-based accountant John Tumutoa has been appointed as Chairman of the Business Trade Investment Board.
Tone Deaf due next week
Thursday 20 March 2014 | Published in Education
Rarotonga schools will be alive with the sound of comedy a capella music next week.
Super Brown case put back until July
Thursday 20 March 2014 | Published in Crime
Super Brown owner George Taoro Brown appeared at the High Court at Avarua yesterday and had his case put back until July.
Quota system answer to overfishing?
Thursday 20 March 2014 | Published in Environment
Implementation of a new fisheries management system in the Cook Islands will aid conservation efforts and address the issue of overfishing, says the Ministry of Marine Resources.
Name salon and win a free cut and colour
Thursday 20 March 2014 | Published in Local
Suggestions for the name of a new training salon are being welcomed, with a free cut and colour up for grabs.
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