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Swift response to Avatiu fire
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Local
Quick thinking neighbours and quick response by local fire authorities resulted in a shed fire being contained before it reached the home of Aue Rakanui on the back road in Avatiu.
Double purpose for Singapore trip
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Local
Deputy Prime Minister Tom Marsters is in Singapore for a transport meeting – and while there will check out equipment which could be used in the country’s seabed mining project.
Locals get moving
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
Local grower Danny Mataroa (centre, in green) wasn’t going to miss out on the Zumba action.
Celebrating healthy living
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
It was a celebration of healthy living at the Non-Communicable Awareness Carnival yesterday.
Growing interest in horticulture
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
Budding horticulturalists were on show with Tereora College’s fresh fruit and vegetable stall at the Non-Communicable Disease Awareness Carnival.
Minister joins the 'crusade'
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
The Minister of Health knows from personal experience the benefits of health and fitness.
Health checks helpful
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
People were lining up to take advantage of the free health checks on offer yesterday.
Zumba fever takes over town
Thursday 28 February 2013 | Published in Health
The Avarua town centre was transformed into a giant dance floor yesterday as nearly 70 people showed their moves in a Zumba fitness session, a popular highlight at the Non-Communicable Disease Awareness Carnival yesterday.
Celebrating the new year
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Last week Pukapuka wrapped up its New Year celebrations with ‘vananga’ – meetings between villages, followed by a village feed and festivities.
Volleyball gear for Mangaia
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The code of volleyball is set to spike on the island of Mangaia after donations of equipment to the Mangaia Sports Association.
Pension portability a priority
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Politics
The portability of the New Zealand pension and superannuation for qualifying Cook Islanders is top of the agenda at a ministerial meet in Queenstown this week, said the prime minister’s office.
HOMs give feedback on OIA
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Politics
Head of ministries and government chief executives had their turn to learn more about the Cook Islands’ Official Information Act.
Plans for Cooks' laws to go online
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Politics
A study is being done on how Cook Islands can efficiently start an online database of the country’s laws.
Chamber supports fibre optic cable
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Technology
The Chamber of Commerce believes having a fibre optic cable laid under the sea would be “game changing” for the Cook Islands telecommunications industry and businesses that rely on fast, affordable internet for growth.
Cold reception on European tour
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Members of the tourism industry are currently on tour in a snowy Europe to advertise what the Cook Islands has to offer.
Rebels to face Fiji Me tonight
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Crime
Tonight’s volleyball action is all about catch up games ahead of next week’s playoffs and finals the week after.
Ships get Hawaiian names
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Local
Vessels formerly owned by Reef Shipping have had Hawaiian name changes by new owner Matson South Pacific.
Support for nurse training
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Nursing School is receiving strong support both here and overseas to help it come into fruition.
USP launches 6-year plan
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Local
The University of the South Pacific launched its new strategic plan for the next six years.
Remove levies: restaurants
Wednesday 27 February 2013 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Restaurant Association has made a submission on tax recommending import levies removed or reduced on seasonal fruit and vegetables, pork products and sugary drinks.
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