National
Absolutely Fobulous!
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local
The Laughing Samoans are back in Raro with their latest show ‘Fobulous’ which opens at 7pm tonight at the National Auditorium.
Century-old wooden boat visits Raro
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local
An adventurous family travelling around the world in a century-old wooden sail boat recently stopped off in Rarotonga, one of many stops in a global journey of a lifetime.
Trio head to Nestle Toque D'or
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local
The prestigious Nestle Toque D’or being held in Auckland on Monday will see three of the finest culinary students from the Hospitality and Training Centre (HTTC) compete for top honours.
Parasite treatments in demand
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local
A treatment programme for pets has shown a need for affordable parasite medication in the Cooks, says the executive director of South Pacific Animal Welfare (SPAW).
Returning to nature for medicines
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Health
Fialuma Piniata says many cures, from skin conditions to sore throats to brain tumours, can be found in the flora and fauna of the Cook Islands.
Rasmussen challenges Huanan
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics
Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen has asked a foreign fishing company to come clean on its dealings with government ministers and officials.
Demo's Toagate bill to 'erase debt'
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party intends to introduce a bill to Parliament that could alleviate the country of its debt to fuel company Toa Petroleum.
Turepu sets up ministerial office
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics
Cabinet ministers will be in-country this week as the government prepares for the upcoming announcement of a new Deputy Prime Minister.
Questioning our fisheries strategy
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics
Retired lawyer and amateur fisherman Reuben Tylor, has been a frequent critic of MMR on issues of overfishing as well as its failure to take a sound business approach in its dealings.
Pacific Resort Group nominated for awards
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Economy
Pacific Resort Hotel Group has two properties on the list of finalists for a ‘property of the year’ competition.
Arlander sentencing next week
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Crime
Rarotonga businessman Scott Arlander will be sentenced for three charges of selling cannabis next Friday.
CITC praised for Lagoon Day support
Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Environment
CITC was a major sponsor of Lagoon Day 2013 and the company has made a conscious effort to be environment friendly.
Funding for homecare services
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Economy
Four homecare and nursing services have signed on for further funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB).
Cooks take part in WTO forum
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Economy
A regional workshop on trade and services as the main engine for economic growth was recently held in Vanuatu by the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Final Op Eagle trial this month
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Crime
The remaining four defendants caught in the largest drug bust in Cook Islands history are up for trial next week.
Pacific resources
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Local
Auckland, home to many Pacific Islanders and the largest Pacific city in Australasia, is inviting the general public to discover what Pacific Island resources are held on the Auckland Libraries Website and how to access them.
Serving up a healthy future
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Local
Youth migration in the Cook Islands context and the incentive behind it, were the main topics of discussion for the International Youth Day 2013.
The deep blue
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Health
Locals and visitors have been enjoying playful scenes at sea as humpback whales migrate through the balmy waters of the Cooks.
2 week review of health standards
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Health
Southern District Health Board nursing and midwifery director Leanne Samuel is in Rarotonga for a 15-day review of health standards and competencies for government.
Physiotherapy service full-time
Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Health
Te Vaerua Community Rehabilitation Services has a full-time physiotherapy service thanks to the return of a former staff member from New Zealand.
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