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Light bulb project underway
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Environment
The government’s light bulb project is in its third week, with about a quarter of the work complete – but contractors have found many households unoccupied.
Water tank packages to be announced
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Water tank suppliers are developing packages for property owners eligible for a government subsidy, but costs are still to be confirmed.
No extra licenses for laptops
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Ministry of Marine Resources says the most recent donation of laptops to the country by a foreign licensed fishing company is not linked to more fishing licenses being granted in the future.
Cruise liner's first time in the Cooks
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
A cruise ship made its maiden voyage to Rarotonga yesterday.
Air Rarotonga hosts preschool visit
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
Twelve Arorangi pre-schoolers had a taste of what it might be like to be a future airline pilot or at least passenger when they visited Rarotonga airport yesterday morning.
Car competition closes Saturday
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
A lucky supermarket shopper will win a new car this Saturday.
New ice machine for Araura fishermen
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
A key strategy for the Araura Fishing Association was realised this week when it unveiled an ice machine which will supply ice to fishermen to assist in improving their catch quality and quantity.
Aitutaki Sharks to host Bears
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The island population of Aitutaki are sure to converge at Arutanga Park to cheer on their Sharks premier league team who will host the visiting Arorangi Bears on Friday.
Demos decide on policy
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party held its central committee meeting last Tuesday at its party office in Ruatonga and say they are optimistic about the next few months.
New post for island govts
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The national government has promised to cede some control to island governments with the passing of the Island Government Act earlier this year – and a new job has been created in each outer island as a result.
Travel guide now an e-book
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Technology
A popular Cook Islands travel guide is now available in electronic format.
George ordered to pay lawyers
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Crime
Lawyer and politician Norman George has been ordered to pay the bill incurred while he was chasing up costs for his Operation Slush acquittal.
In the captain's seat
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
This is your captain speaking! Three year old Apao Smith gets the feel of the captain’s seat during his preschool’s visit to Rarotonga airport yesterday.
Air Raro won't penalise 'big' passengers
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Local
The owner of the Cook Islands national airline said he once considered charging passengers by body weight – but only as an April Fools’ Day joke.
Woman's name suppression reinstated
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Crime
The High Court on March 28 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Tupe Short, who passed the following judgments: Nathan Nelio – pleaded guilty to assaulting a female, which happened on March 10 at Tupapa.
Soaking up the culture
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Culture
A group of Japanese scholars came to the Cooks recently to learn more about Pacific culture.
Next Forum set for September
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
The dates for the next Pacific Islands Forum have been announced.
Bella gives stellar performance
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Pacific soul singer Bella Kalolo treated an appreciative Rarotongan audience to an afternoon performance on Monday.
Scholarships for serious study
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Want to further your study for free and have a research topic in mind? Applications are being sought from suitably qualified regional candidates to do full-time or part-time Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at the University of the South Pacific (USP).
Easter comp sees fish weight drop
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Local
Fishing conditions were ideal for the 14 boats that registered for the two day Cafe Salsa sponsored competition held over the Easter weekend.
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