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Palau delegation visits for tax research
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
A government delegation from the Republic of Palau was in Rarotonga recently to learn about the Cook Islands value-added tax (VAT) system.
Promoting energy efficiency in the Pacific
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in Environment
A three day energy audit training workshop began yesterday as part of the second phase of Promoting Energy Efficiency in the Pacific (PEEP 2).
Murienua results to be issued today
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in Local
The final results from last week’s Murienua by-election are expected to be released today, according to the nation’s chief electoral officer.
Banking treats!
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in Local
Rarotonga pre-school students are being showered with bags of goodies and cake – as if it were their birthdays.
Lack of funds to address water issues
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Infrastructure and Planning (MOIP) is considering asking for government funds to address unforeseen problems with the Project City water infrastructure upgrade.
Parry all fired up!
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
Tereora College teacher Bryn Parry almost took out his first ever Round Raro Road Race on Saturday but was pipped by Kiwi runner Tony Broadhead.
Tourists concerned by police behaviour
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
After their scooter crashed in Aroa on Saturday, a couple visiting the Cook Islands were concerned by how they were treated by police.
Road safety a priority for police
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
The police are reiterating their message of road safety and keeping within the speed limit after a series of motor vehicle crashes over the weekend.
Gala raises more than $32,000
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
Apii Te Uki Ou raised more than $32,000 at their gala fundraiser on Friday.
Child welfare reports on clinic outcomes
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
It’s a busy month for the Cook Islands Child Welfare Association.
Public consultations on budget process
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) is inviting members of the public to attend a series of public consultations on the national budget process.
Aquaponics regional meeting in Titikaveka
Tuesday 24 September 2013 | Published in National
Aquaculture experts from around the Pacific gathered for a workshop in Rarotonga yesterday.
Over 2 tonnes of waste collected
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in National
More than 2000 kilogrammes of rubbish was picked up along the coastline of Rarotonga during a recent waste campaign.
To Tereanga: a view of learning at Tereora
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in National
Matthew Easterbrook is a learning and teaching advisor at the Ministry of Education.
Doing island time for 'a bit of dope'
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in National
A former senior Kiwi cop serving time in Cook Islands jail for drug offences has described how he used cannabis to cope with the overwhelming stress of some of New Zealand’s grisliest murders.
Two men charged in alleged rape case
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in National
Two Takuvaine Reds rugby players have been arrested and charged, one with rape and one with assault on a female.
Esther Honey manager leaves the island
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in National
The Esther Honey Foundation’s practice manager Carl Hartnett said a sad farewell to the Cooks Thursday evening.
New direction taken in a Tepuka land dispute
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in Crime
A new application will be filed for a Ngati Makea claim to Tepuka 106C section in Nikao, currently being held by Cook Islands Christian Church.
Visitor told to use a bicycle
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on September 18 was presided over by Justices of the Peace Pae Tuteru and Mata Nooroa, who made the following judgements: Glen Hoff, 35, from Nikao, pleaded guilty to common assault.
Bail variation to travel denied
Monday 23 September 2013 | Published in Crime
An application by rape accused Poaru Tatira for a bail variation to travel back to Aitutaki has been declined.
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