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Taking the 'underwater' plunge
Saturday 20 July 2013 | Published in Local
After catering for three separate underwater marriage proposals, Big Fish Dive Centre co-owner Sabine Janneck knew they would one day host an underwater wedding ceremony.
High Commissioner appointed
Saturday 20 July 2013 | Published in Politics
Joanna Kempkers has been appointed as the New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands.
PM heading to Solomon Islands
Saturday 20 July 2013 | Published in Politics
The PM will be in Honiara next week, along with other Pacific Island Forum leaders to mark the 10th anniversary of Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI).
Prowler scares young girl
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Crime
Twenty-three year old Robert Simona Naku was convicted and fined last Thursday for being unlawfully found on a neighbour’s property in Tupapa in May.
Animal waste a coral-killer
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Environment
Animal waste can mean bad news for the coral reef.
Lagoon Day kicks off
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Environment
Punanga Nui market was bustling with hundreds of young marine park ambassadors yesterday – and more than 6000 fish.
Deep-sea mining effects unknown
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Environment
Deep-sea mining is unchartered territory that needs investigation before anyone is given a license to mine, said Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) marine park project manager.
Carter celebrates
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Local
‘Step up’ was one of the final messages by New Zealand High Commissioner John Carter at his farewell social gathering at Ngatipa on Wednesday.
Bishop defends boat deal
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Local
Minister of Marine Resources Teina Bishop is defending his personal dealings with a Chinese fishing company, amidst allegations of corruption, saying the country benefited financially.
Tini uses skills in new role
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Local
Ombudsman Tearoa Tini finds that his current role is very similar to his former role as police officer.
Fridge subsidy for Aitutaki
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki residents will be trading their old fridges for more energy-efficient models from today.
Community projects for Mitiaro
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Economic projects for Mitiaro were a key topic of a meeting conducted at the Mitiaro Hostel on Tuesday and its purpose was twofold.
August sitting
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Politics
The 47th session of The Cook Islands Parliament is schedule to resume next month.
Improving parliamentary practices
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Politics
An MP and an employee of Parliament recently returned from England where they attended a parliamentary workshop and seminar.
Gearing up for Lagoon Day
Thursday 18 July 2013 | Published in Environment
‘Biodegradable’ is the word of the day for Lagoon Day 2013.
Pearls of wisdom ignored
Thursday 18 July 2013 | Published in Local
Concerns have been raised about the survival of the pearl industry, following reports that recent advice from NZ dairy giant Fonterra has been ignored.
Yacht donated for marine park
Thursday 18 July 2013 | Published in Local
A yacht has been donated as a research vessel for the Cook Islands Marine Park.
Call for 'corruption' inquiry
Thursday 18 July 2013 | Published in Politics
Independent Atiu member of parliament Norman George is calling on Prime Minister Henry Puna to order an investigation into the conduct of Marine Resources Minister Teina Bishop.
Awarding women's success in business
Wednesday 17 July 2013 | Published in Local
Seven nominations have been received for the Cook Islands Professional Business Woman of the year Awards (CIPBWA).
Cook Islander on trust board
Wednesday 17 July 2013 | Published in Economy
A Cook Islands national has been appointed to the board of the Pacific Business Trust, bringing his skills and expertise to the economic development organisation.
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