National
Akai's rise yields honour
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
For baker Terae Akai, the new year honour caps a 54-year connection to the outer island of Atiu.
Charlie surprised by honour
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
An 85-year-old who spent over 30 years serving the people of Aitutaki admits he is surprised with his New Year honour.
Corporation ponders over Tepuka land warrant
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Government Property Corporation is considering its legal options over the warrant which acquired the land where the Telecom Sports Arena at Tepuka is standing.
Audit commends OPSC, FSC a benchmark
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The office of the Public Service Commissioner has been commended by the auditor for making improvements to the “general control environment”.
Howorth appointed as new chairman of ISA
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority has a new chairman.
Same issues
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Economy
The same issues have cropped up again during the audit office’s review of the Penrhyn island administration (PIA) financial statements for the year ended June 2009.
Smarts needed to save petrol costs
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Economy
While renewable energy initiatives are popular both regionally and worldwide, for Pacific Island countries and territories, the reality is that fossil fuel is still essential for meeting energy needs.
Lots of turtles but few nests
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Environment
The Aitutaki expedition being conducted by the Cook Islands Turtle Project (CITP), has revealed a mixed message for the island’s revered sea turtles.
Kaina's Manihiki-made MBE
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Local
Helping promote the public and community on the island of Manihiki has seen Jane Kimi Kaina acknowledged in the New Year’s honour list.
Growing up island style
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Local
Life as a child, particularly one growing up in a small community, is a busy one full of freedom, fun and responsibility.
Born with a rake in hand
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Local
Holding a rake in your hands could well be a first memory.
New drum beats at Pasifika
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Economy
One of New Zealand’s most prominent Pacific creative talents and producers, Stan Wolfgramm, is the new producer of Auckland’s renowned Pasifika Festival.
USP gets good report card
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Local
The University Grants Committee (UGC) of the University of the South Pacific (USP) had its triennial meeting for 2013-2015 at the Laucala Campus in Suva, Fiji from 16-20 July.
2013: The Year of the Black Snake
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Local
Just four days ago we moved at the stroke of midnight from 2012 to 2013.
Honorary consul returns to roots
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Local
The honorary French consul to the Cooks may not be on the rock right now but Nathalie Rosette-Cazel-Tierney is still hard at work coordinating official business from her home in France.
Stylists-on-the-spot for brides
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Local
If there’s one thing brides and bridesmaids throughout the world cross their fingers for, it’s the absence of rain and wind on their special day.
Full range families study planned for Cooks
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Health
Looking at the health of mothers and babies, to help paint a picture of the health of the nation, is set to take place in Rarotonga this year.
Kwai sailing back up north
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Sailing vessel Kwai is set to arrive in Nassau on January 6 after departing Rarotonga on New Year’s Eve.
Toa liability to be recognised
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The Toa liability – relating to an agreement reached between the fuel company and government in 2009 – will now be recognised in future financial statements.
Planter to contest Tamarua
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party has signalled its intent to hold onto the Tamarua seat this month with the naming of its candidate.
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