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Queen's Baton here
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in National
An intimate turou ceremony was held for the arrival of the Queen’s Baton early this morning at the Rarotonga International Airport and will begin its Cook Islands leg of the baton relay today. The Queen’s Baton is on a global relay across the 70 Commonwealth nations as part of the build up to the 2014 […]
CI marine park is looking for a name
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in National
A competition is underway to provide the Cook Islands Marine Park with a unique name with some local flavour. Launched by Prime Minister Henry Puna, $250 is up for grabs in the contest and is open to everyone currently residing in the Cook Islands and all Cook Islanders living abroad. At the current stage of […]
Tetautua 'mini wharf' project complete
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in National
Residents along the shores of Tetautua village on the island of Penrhyn are now protected against the forces of nature after the village’s crumbling foreshore safety barriers have been rebuilt. Tetautua island council member Rio Teika instigated the project earlier this year but with no luck in funding from government agencies – he turned to […]
Xmas tree competition extended
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in National
A competition to light up a tree for Christmas has been extended. The ‘Light up your community’ competition, sponsored by CITC and Wattyl Paint, has been running since November 25. The judging for the competition was due to take place today, but a lack of entries has meant the judging night has moved to Wednesday […]
Aitutaki faces worst day of fires
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in National
Aitutaki residents armed themselves with everything from banana leaves to coconut fronds as they battled to contain a fire which threatened homes in Arutanga on Tuesday. It was the worst day of fires since a massive blaze consumed hectares of scrubland in the hills of Amuri on Saturday night. Miimetua Blenkarn, head of the Airport […]
Govt proposes at least 12c rise to minimum wage
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
A government proposal which may see the minimum wage raised by only 12 cents has been labelled “ridiculous” by the head of the Cook Islands Workers Association. Minister of Internal Affairs Nandi Glassie announced last month that a panel is being formed to consider increasing the $5 minimum wage. Workers at the bottom of the […]
Public imput at TMV meeting
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
The public may have an opportunity to provide input for the $60million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project before the end of the year. Te Mato Vai communications advisor Jaewynn McKay said she is hopeful public consultations will begin by the end of 2013. She said project officials are working on the summary of the […]
Chamber raises Te Mato Vai concerns
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns about the lack of consultation with the business community regarding the $60 million Te Mato Vai project. The organisation, which represents private business owners, has published an open letter to Finance Minister Mark Brown expressing their “immediate concerns … with respect to the planning, design and […]
Opposition questions Te Mato Vai salaries
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
Debate on the $60 million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project dominated question period during the second day of the current sitting of parliament yesterday. Discussion on the large-scale infrastructure undertaking began with a question by opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen, who asked the government about the rates of pay for those currently involved with the […]
Young men charged for fight outside Empire movie theatre
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in Crime
All matters at the criminal court on Thursday were set aside to make way for both the Superannuation case with Chief Justice Thomas Weston and High Court judge session with Justice Christine Grice. All matters were adjourned by deputy registrar Nooapii Tearea to be dealt with by a Justice of the Peace in the following […]
Banner rings in Christmas cheer
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in Local
With 21 days to go until Christmas day, colourful tinsel and bright lights are rapidly growing on local businesses and homes – dressing them up for the festive season. Adding to the growing Christmas buzz, a big bright red banner wishing all a Merry Christmas has been erected at the entrance to the Avarua shopping […]
School students visit parliament
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in Local
A special group of visitors were present for Tuesday’s session of parliament. Yesterday, students from Titikaveka College were present at the Cook Islands parliament building, and observed the nation’s members of parliament at work from inside the chamber as well as outside. In introducing the visitors, speaker Niki Rattle said the students have a desire […]
Treated water relieves shortage in Atiu
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in Local
A plan of action has been implemented on Atiu as the island’s water supply, like that of many of the southern group islands, becomes critically low. A Nomad water treatment plant, which treats water by UV (ultra violet) and filter, was shipped to Atiu last week to produce clean drinking water for the 466 residents […]
Giving tree promo needs more takers
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
People are encouraged to get into the giving spirit this Christmas and purchase a gift for a child in need. Since Westpac started its ‘giving tree’ promotion on November 20, 120 out of 193 tags are left hanging. “Ten gifts are already under the tree. Some of our customers decided to get their gifts in […]
Travellers lack awareness of Cook Islands – experts
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
Many travellers in offshore markets are not aware of the differences between the Cook Islands and other Pacific nations, say international tourism experts. About 65 travel wholesalers from 15 different countries are in the Cook Islands this week to meet with local resort owners and other tourism operators. On the opening day of the Kia […]
Wharf cracks at Avatiu discussed in parliament
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
The discovery of cracks in the redeveloped Avatiu wharf was discussed in parliament yesterday. The topic was raised by Titikaveka member of parliament Sel Napa during discussion of Te Mato Vai – the $60 million water infrastructure project currently getting underway. Napa was calling for greater public consultation and input for the project, which would […]
Overseas travel reps to taste Cook Islands
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
Cook Islands tourism operators will be hoping for a long-term boost in business by meeting this week with travel wholesalers from more than 17 countries. Now into its fourth year, Kia Orana Cook Islands is an annual event giving local suppliers the chance to showcase their hotels, resorts and various tourism activities to invited wholesalers. […]
UK taxi campaign showcases Cook Islanders
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
Winter-weary Brits in the city of Bristol are sliding into taxis right now and being greeted by the smiling face of Pa Teuruaa, of Pa’s Nature Walks. As part of a new tourism campaign, 10 taxis in the city have been branded inside and outside with a series of artworks designed to project a sense […]
Police appeal against assault
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
An assault on a female case has been reopened, and the decision by a Justice of the Peace to dismiss the case has been quashed. High Court judge Justice Christine Grice granted an appeal by police against a decision by Justice of the Peace John Kenning to dismiss a charge of assault on a female […]
Avatea proposes brand new school
Wednesday 4 December 2013 | Published in National
A proposal by Apii Avatea to build a new primary school in Nikao will be considered by the Ministry of Education, alongside some opposition from the Nikao Maori School community. The proposed idea is to replace the two schools, which are situated next door to each other, with a single new school. This follows extensive […]
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