National
Film Raro teams enjoy VIP status
Monday 27 May 2013 | Published in Politics
Around 100 people were invited to the High Commission’s VIP tent for dinner and drinks prior to the Film Raro screening on Saturday.
New paint consultant for CITC Building Centre
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
Paul Akava doesn’t much like talking about himself – but bring up the subject of paint, and he’s got plenty to say.
Council of Women host visitors
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands National Council of Women (CINCW) held a special event with a distinguished guest Friday -- US deputy chief of mission Marie Damour.
Ministers to open harbours
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna and Finance Minister Mark Brown will travel to Mitiaro and Mauke next week to officially open the islands’ newly redeveloped harbours.
Call for support on super fund case
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Local business owner Andy Olah is calling for public support as he prepares to ‘bring in the big guns’ for the hearing of a precedent-setting superannuation case in September.
Filming in Paradise
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Vaine has worked extensively throughout the Pacific and the Cook Islands as a development economist.
Accused burglar released on bail
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Crime
A justice of peace has granted bail to accused burglar Ponatu Ua currently facing 10 charges before the courts.
Final act in super fund drama
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
This is an opinion piece written by Arorangi Timberland directors Andy and Alex Teariki Olah.
US diplomat says sustainability key to development in Pacific
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
Developing a sustainable economy and creating opportunities are key aspects to American foreign policy in the Pacific region, says the US deputy chief of mission, Marie Damour.
Modern safety gear for Picton Castle
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
The Picton Castle is a traditional ship, but captain Dan Moreland said it’s up to date with its safety equipment.
Mataio celebrates graduation
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islander Mayor Mataio’s parents were proud to see her graduate from a New Zealand University this month.
New principal for Nikao Maori
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
Time for a change was the incentive for Elizabeth Kapi to apply for the position of principal at Nikao Maori School.
Avarua Bakery launches new range
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
It’s a busy year for Avarua Bakery.
Frisbie's life subject of lecture
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
A public lecture exploring the life and work of writer Robert Dean Frisbie will take place in June.
A king sized prize for local woman
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Local
Quick and crisp bed-making skills earned Mii Maoate-Nolan a new king sized bed.
Teurukura Ariki investiture held at Orongo Marae
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Culture
Rere Mataiti of Aitutaki shares some of the atmosphere during the investiture of Makirau Haurua as Teurukura Ariki on the outer island on Wednesday.
American diplomat visits
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Environment
Ministry of agriculture entomologist Dr Maja Poeschko (pictured) with puru (coconut husk) blocks that will be baited with poison and distributed around the entire island in an effort to kill the destructive oriental fruit fly.
Fruit fly outbreak 'disastrous'
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Environment
Over 10,000 puru (coconut husk) blocks baited with poison will be distributed right across Rarotonga in the coming weeks to control what is now an outbreak of the oriental fruit fly.
Holding up the political frontline
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Local
Every so often members of the public throw curly questions at politicians of this country.
Mou Piri a labour of love
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Local
It was back to basics for one film crew when making their short film as part of Film Raro.
« Previous 1 … 1,290 1,291 1,292 1,293 1,294 1,295 1,296 1,297 1,298 … 1,903 Next »