National
'The Coke Islands' investigated
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands is in the international media for the wrong reasons this month – labelled the ‘Coke Islands’.
Tourists stayed despite threat
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Economy
Cyclone Garry left the Cook Islands unscathed – but it seems the tourists weren’t too fazed about any possible danger anyway.
Cooks must take tuna resources it owns
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Environment
If Cook Islanders don’t take what is rightfully theirs then someone else will, says a senior marine resources official.
BYU graduate hopes to inspire
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Local
Lauran Bergin is hoping to inspire other young Cook Islanders to pursue higher education after graduating from Hawaii’s Brigham Young University last month.
Management of fisheries crucial
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Local
Fish stocks must be managed carefully if Cook Islands is to have a sustainable fishing future, said the marine resources ministry at a public meeting last week.
Changes at national college
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Local
This morning heralds the start of a new school year for students at the national college.
Matapo edges ahead
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The country’s newest Member of Parliament could be Demo candidate Tetangi Matapo – or at least so the preliminary vote count indicates.
'Coke Islands' delves into Colagate
Wednesday 30 January 2013 | Published in Politics
A scathing investigative report by well-known NZ investigative journalist Ian Wishart has hit the newsstands, labelling the Cooks the ‘Coke Islands’ and criticising government for sweeping ‘Colagate’ under the carpet.
Swept up at Nikao Maori
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
If the first day of school is any indicator of productivity, then most of the students at Apii Nikao Maori look set for a big year.
St Joseph's school back on track
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
It was straight back in to reading and writing on the first day of school at St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Tutakimoa on Monday.
Uma Shipping not subsidised
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The director of the country’s newest shipping service has quashed any rumour it is receiving government subsidies.
Depopulation reduces roll
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The principal of Avatea School says a drop in the school roll can be attributed to depopulation.
Tamarua goes to the polls
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Politics
Tamarua goes to the polls today – and it is predicted to be a close race.
Action on safety strategy pushed
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Economy
If the first water safety meeting was about assignment, the second meeting held yesterday was all about action.
Heading back to class
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
Grade one pupils of St Joseph’s Primary School Tuaana Mitchell, Paula Manlangit and Emma Papalii were all thrilled to be back in the classroom and learning yesterday.
New TDs not likely to form cyclones
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Meteorological Service director Arona Ngari says his staff is monitoring two tropical depressions (TDs) in the Pacific, amid residents’ fears another cyclone is on the way.
Long term plans for airports
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
Future developments of Rarotonga and Aitutaki’s airports will be more organised thanks to a master plan being tendered by the airport authority.
Flying visit from aviation director
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
Cook Islands director of aviation John Jones is impressed with the high standard of aviation service in the Cooks.
Apii Te Uki Ou ready to roll
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Local
Apii Te Uki Ou was bustling with students keen to start their first day back at school yesterday.
Only Pacific country with jubilee book
Monday 28 January 2013 | Published in Culture
The national library intends to expand its Pacific collection this year – and the staff encourage locals and visitors to make use of its services.
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