National

Sharks face nervous wait

Wednesday 16 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

The Aitutaki Sharks’ participation in Rarotonga’s rugby league competition is hanging in the balance again this year.

Outer Islands

Don't drop your cyclone guard

Tuesday 15 January 2013 | Published in Local

A warning was issued yesterday to stay prepared for cyclones this month – and for the next three months.

Local

Jim and Jay put a handle on it!

Tuesday 15 January 2013 | Published in Local

For Canadians Jim Hinde and Jay Vinden, growing peculiar-looking moustaches is one part of how they help children.

Local

Private accommodators targeted

Tuesday 15 January 2013 | Published in Local

Titikaveka MP Selina Napa is emphasising a need for private accommodators to have access to water safety information.

Local

Meeting tackles water safety

Tuesday 15 January 2013 | Published in Health

Increasing signage at danger spots in Rarotonga, informing tourists of those areas and forming an action group to prevent accidents were discussed at yesterday’s water safety meeting.

Health

60 percent more website visits than in 2011

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Economy

Tourism has been focusing on building an online presence over the last two years – a move which seems to be paying off for the corporation and subsequently the Cook Islands economy.

Economy

Solar project launched in Fiji

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Environment

Villagers of Matasawalevu on Fiji’s island of Kadavu found reason to celebrate last month with the commissioning of the ‘Fiji 1000 Solar Home Systems Project’.

Environment

55% live where they are born

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Local

Cook Islanders must know they’re on to a good thing living in the Cooks – more than half live in the same place where they are born.

Local

Tupa, coconut crab on the menu

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Local

Coconut crab and tupa are always on the menu at his home in Tipitoi, Tupapa where he keeps his crabs in pens – ready for the pot.

Local

Outer island building materials stuck in Rarotonga

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

Building materials destined for Manihiki and Pukapuka have not reached the islands due to shipping cargo overloads.

Outer Islands

Coconut crab on the menu!

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

When it comes to feeding the family – Bonnie Kietonga of Tipitoi in Tupapa turns to Mother Nature for her bounty.

Outer Islands

The year in...Entertainment

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

2012 was a greatly entertaining year for the Cook Islands - with international acts such as Shapeshifter, Ladi 6, and Tina Cross flying over to wow the masses, with local acts like Kura Happ and Credence Pita having just the same effect.

Outer Islands

New budget advisors start job

Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Politics

The budget support committee will meet early next month to critique budget submissions from government ministries and provide government with recommendations about managing budgets and limited resources.

Politics

Airline second safest

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Culture

Good news for Rarotonga-bound passengers – Air New Zealand has been named the second safest airline in the world.

Culture

Big Brother range at RaroShack

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Local

For Avatiu business RaroShack, 2013 is looking like a year of growth after a busy first three months in operation.

Local

U17 squad prepares

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

Final preparations for the under 17 men’s national soccer squad are currently in progress for stage one of the Oceania Qualifying tournament to be held in Apia, Samoa from January 22 to 26.

Outer Islands

Cabinet back to work

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Politics

Cabinet are back in action this week after the Christmas and New Year break.

Politics

No living costs adjustment for MFEM staff

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Economy

There will be no more pay increases based on cost of living adjustments for employees of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management.

Economy

Wholesalers more inclined to sell Cooks

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Economy

The tourism forum was a hit by all accounts, with 1320 meetings between overseas buyers and local operators and 672 accommodation site inspections.

Economy

Expedia ranks Cooks 7th

Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Economy

The Cook Islands has placed seventh in the top 10 of Expedia.co.nz’s top destinations for 2012, finishing ahead of Las Vegas and the Gold Coast in the process.

Economy

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