National
Demo query pawpaw exports
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in Local
The opposition Democratic Party is looking for answers from government on the status of plans to export pawpaw.
$30K for Trade Pasifika
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
ANZ Bank is giving more than $30,000 worth of sponsorship to Trade Pasifika 2014.
Tuna fishery to be certified 'sustainable'
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Albacore longline fishery is entering full assessment to be measured against the internationally recognised Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) standard for a well-managed and sustainable fishery.
Fish for World Food Day
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
In support of World Food Day, local fishers in Rarotonga are being invited by the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) to take part in the event by selling their fish at the Punanga Nui Market from 8am to 12pm on Friday.
Record Tourism Awards entries
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
Forty-seven entries have been received for the 2013 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards, an increase of 25 per cent over the number of entries received for 2011.
Education ministry reports on goals
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
Progress of national education goals was discussed with stakeholders across the country, at the Ministry of Education recently.
Specifics needed on seabed minerals
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
More specific information would further debates around seabed minerals, according to Pacific Islands Conservation Initiative’s (PICI) programme manager.
Youth select projects for Indian aid
Thursday 17 October 2013 | Published in National
Cook Islands youth have played the vital role in the recent short-listing of projects that hope to receive funding from the government of India.
Pacific maritime transport conference begins
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Ports Authority is proudly hosting the 38th annual Pacific Maritime Transport Alliance (PMTA) Conference in Rarotonga which begins today and runs until Friday.
Passing of the torch for Virtues Project
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
A week-long Virtues Project mentorship concluded with a passing of the torch to the new management of the international association last week.
Victim tells court assault was her fault
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
Another victim of an assault has asked the court to withdraw a charge made against her partner.
Tax review public meeting today
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management along with minister Mark Brown are inviting members of the public to attend a consultation on the proposed tax review this evening.
Chinese company responds to Demos fishing
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
A foreign fishing company has responded to a Democratic Party letter asking for information on dealings with government ministers and officials.
'Spot on' search and rescue
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in Local
A search and rescue mission launched over the weekend in response to an alert from a yacht 150 miles northeast of Aitutaki has been deemed a false alarm.
Cookies go wild!
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islands rugby league members (from left) cultural attach Ina Tapurau, Daniel Fepuleai, Tyrone Viiga and coach David Fairleigh get cosy with wallabies at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster, England.
Apology
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
In Monday’s issue of Cook Islands News a letter (Independent audit needed for CIFA?) published under the pseudonym “Give CIFA a red card” was published.
Brogan turns body builder
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
First time bodybuilder Eddie Brogan will take to the stage for his debut this Friday as part of the Cook Islands Bodybuilding Associations fundraiser to send a team to the South Pacific Bodybuilding Championships.
Fifth time lucky for Kiwi angler
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
It took five trips, but in the end, Kiwi angler Brad Raven (centre) finally caught his prized blue marlin.
Ura ra creation has WOW factor
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
‘Ura rA’, a garment inspired by the Cook Island dance costume and created by Rachel Hockin, a Master of Design Innovation student, was selected for the South Pacific section of the recent World of Wearable (WOW) arts show.
Cook Islands resorts pick up trophies
Wednesday 16 October 2013 | Published in National
Two Cook Islands resorts have picked up awards in the World Travel Awards this month.
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