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Two confirmed cases of dengue in Raro
Saturday 15 February 2014 | Published in Health
Public health officials have reported two positive cases of dengue fever in Rarotonga.
Digicel – what's the background
Saturday 15 February 2014 | Published in National
As speculation runs rife about Digicel’s move to buy Telecom Cook Islands, now is a good time to look at the telecommunication company’s background and reputation.
Bulldogs to host wild west Bears
Saturday 15 February 2014 | Published in National
Maintaining their winning ways will be foremost on the minds of the Titikaveka Bulldogs and Arorangi Bears when they go head to head in Titikaveka today.
Aged care facility urgently needed
Saturday 15 February 2014 | Published in National
Need for a dedicated facility for elderly people was highlighted at a meeting with international donors on Friday.
Telecom puts 3G through paces
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Telecom is giving its new 3G mobile network “a good workout” to iron out any problems before the service is officially rolled out.
Accounting support for women in business
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Networking, development and leadership skills are the Cook Islands Business and Professional Women’s Association’s mission statements.
No roll impact from asbestos
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Fifty-one students have left Avarua School following the discovery of asbestos, but Secretary of Education Sharyn Paio said the number is not unusual.
Beer slams Telco stance
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Democratic Party candidate James Beer has slammed the government’s position concerning a potential sale of its minority stake in Telecom Cook Islands (TCI).
'Open door' policy for Tuariki
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
If elected as Member of Parliament for Murienua, Cook Islands Party candidate Kaota Tuariki said he will keep his ears and eyes open to residents in the constituency.
Tourists catch another biggie
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Chalk up another monster yellow fin catch for what’s amounting to a big season for Rarotonga.
Book launch marks life of Papa Ron
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Passionate words were expressed by speakers at the launch of Ron Crocombe: E Toa – a 650 page compendium of Pacific writings to celebrate his life and work – at USP yesterday.
Real Valentine's Day memories
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Valentine’s is a day of celebrating love.
By-election loss could bring Government down: George
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Atiu Member of Parliament Norman George said a Demo victory in next week’s by-election in Murienua could potentially bring down the ruling Cook Islands Party Government.
Digicel eyes Government's 40% stake in Telecom Cook Islands
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in Technology
Telecommunications Minister Mark Brown said Digicel has indicated they are interested in purchasing the government’s minority stake in Telecom Cook Islands (TCI).
Youth court to get major shake-up
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in Crime
Dealing with young offenders in a uniquely Cook Islands way may be a reality with a new type of youth court being planned by our judiciary.
Keep pets at home to avoid fish poison
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in Environment
Pet owners are encouraged to watch out for their animals grabbing a fishy snack on the sly, after recent cases of fish poisoning at Esther Honey.
Damning report savages Raro storm shelters
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in Local
Most of Rarotonga’s cyclone safety centres are sitting in areas highly exposed to storm surges and need to be relocated inland immediately, says an international researcher.
Team effort lands beauty
Friday 14 February 2014 | Published in National
Local fisherman Brendon Nicholas shares a photo with his 240kg blue marlin with the president of the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club Don Beer who helped him bring in the monster.
Opportunities at home key theme
Thursday 13 February 2014 | Published in Local
Opportunities at home were the recurring theme shared by seven young women who have and are using their island paradise as a launch pad for their careers.
EU will fund new Cooks sanitation programmes
Thursday 13 February 2014 | Published in National
The Cook Islands and the European Union have signed an agreement to provide direct budget support for sanitation over a three year period.
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