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E-waste co-ordinator to be appointed soon
Friday 19 April 2013 | Published in Local
The National Environment Service (NES) is hiring a consultant to help with the problem of electronic waste in the Cooks.
Disaster risk database launched
Friday 19 April 2013 | Published in Local
An online database of projects to reduce disaster risk was launched in Avarua yesterday.
Name suppression for senior public servant
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Crime
A senior public servant received interim name suppression after appearing in the High Court on Monday on a charge of injuring with intent to injure.
PM 'reassured' by solar project
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Environment
The prime minister says people should be proactive in helping the country become renewably energy powered, rather than waiting for the government’s help.
Brown to head climate finance meet
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Environment
The finance minister will provide insight into the challenges faced by the Cook Islands in accessing and managing climate finance when he delivers a keynote address to an international meeting in Singapore next week.
PM gathers ideas for national project
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Environment
The prime minister and energy commissioner took a tour of a private solar project yesterday to get a feel for how the national renewable energy project could be done.
Child welfare group receives India funds
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Local
A clinic for children’s health check-ups will be upgraded thanks to funds from the Indian Government.
Stone brothers come to Raro
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Local
Hollywood greats the Stone brothers are in Rarotonga to get a feel for the place ahead of making their short film.
Creative writing talents shared
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Local
The opportunity to encourage Cook Island’s writers brought Miria George back to Rarotonga recently.
Radiothon helps Matavera family
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Local
A radiothon raised more than $3000 for the victims of a house fire in Matavera.
New seeds sown at Araura school
Thursday 18 April 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Student councillors of Araura primary school, have successfully completed their first project of the year.
Diplomatic bags taken 'seriously'
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Convicted drug dealer Scott Arlander told undercover officers he had a friend who had bought cannabis in using a diplomatic bag and would be keen to import ecstasy using the same method.
Investigation opens secret door
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Economy
World money is disappearing into black holes through the use of secrecy jurisdictions like the Cook Islands, says an investigative journalist working on the recent tax haven investigation.
Tax haven controlled by tight-knit group: Hager
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Economy
Investigative journalist Nicky Hager believes the Cook Islands are being taken advantage of by foreigners and multinationals.
'Rosy picture' not full story
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Economy
Two very different sides of the secrecy jurisdiction debate were played out on radio yesterday morning.
Upgrade boosts efficiency
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Economy
The upgraded Avatiu Port will boost efficiency of port operations, said the financial secretary.
Drugs and drink driving in court
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on April 11 was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning, who passed the following judgments: Selafi Tile Tovio – denied assaulting a female.
Solar course gets practical
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Environment
Students of a solar power course have begun testing their new knowledge.
Badminton wraps up
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Local
The Takitumu Badminton Association completed its business house badminton competition on Monday night with great results seen all round.
Doctor referrals to stop
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Health
A man who advertised alternative medical care while working as a caregiver has said he will stop making such recommendations during working hours.
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