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Government posts $4.7m surplus
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in Local
The Government has posted a $4.7 million net surplus in its latest financial report for the six months ending December 31.
Runway work well underway at Pukapuka
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in Local
Repairs to Pukapuka’s airport are now well under way, with the runway surface torn up and ready to be levelled.
BTIB returns to NZ's big Pasifika Festival
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
This year’s Pasifika festival saw the return of the Business Trade and Investment Board, which set up a booth to promote economic opportunities in the Cook Islands.
Records tumble in D-league
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
The current cricket Domestic League tournament has been a bonanza of excitement where records have been smashed, diving catches taken, bats broken and balls in the lagoon.
Mauke prepares for second Manea Games
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
Sporting venues and facilities are just some of the legacies that benefit islands that host the Manea Games sporting event says Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee Chief Executive Officer Robert Graham.
Doubt thrown on TMV assessments
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
Fates of two impact assessments that were to be undertaken by the Business Trade and Investment Board (BTIB) are uncertain after the recent firing of an official formerly with the government agency.
Warning over dog ranger position
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
Rarotonga’s new dog ranger must be given clear rules and procedures to follow, warns the head of security at The Edgewater Resort and Spa.
Phys ed programme for Atiu children
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Kiwi occupational therapy students have started a physical education programme for children on Atiu.
Manihiki corals show adaptability
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Two researchers from Stanford University in California have found that corals in Manihiki have shown they have the ability to adapt to higher water temperatures, showing potential resilience to climate change.
Pasifika popular with large crowds
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Thousands of Kiwis and Pacific Islanders living in Auckland got a taste of the islands at the two-day Pasifika Festival held at the Western Springs Park over the weekend.
TMV petition now has 1500 signatures plus
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
More than 1500 signatures have been added to the petition that aims to put a halt to the Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project, according to its organisers.
Government begins search for new BTIB chairman
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Government hopes to fill in the recently vacated role of board chairman with the Business Trade and Investment Board by the end of the week.
Tutaka gets underway
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Health inspectors were out in force yesterday for the first round of Tutaka health checks in Rarotonga, which run all week.
Blood tests confirm zika
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Test results show that a virus outbreak in Rarotonga is almost certainly zika and not dengue, says the Ministry of Health.
Local man beats alleged Muri thief but JP warns: 'Don't do it again'
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on March 6 was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning, who made the following judgements: Timothy Vaea, 45, pleaded guilty to a charge of common assault.
Super is voluntary while appeal's on
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
While a constitutional battle plays out in the courts, the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) will temporarily become a non-compulsory scheme.
Turtle rescue in Nassau
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Local
Nassau School students were frantic last week when they rescued their pet turtles from unexpected sea surges.
New safety barrier at Blackrock blackspot
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Local
Volunteers have been hard at work building a new safety rail at Blackrock designed to prevent motorists driving over the bank.
Rakahanga fishery officer shares skills with students
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Students in Rakahanga are taking part in fishery training as part of their Life Skills programme with assistance from the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).
Whales to be filmed by expert in Cooks
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in Environment
One of the world’s top underwater photographers is coming to the Cook Islands later this year to capture stunning images of whales swimming in our waters.
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