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Tivaivai on Tagata Pasifika
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Culture
Tagata Pasifika hosts Susana Guttenbeil and Tom Natoealofa sit on set with a spruced-up Christmas feel (below).
Whale centre stays open
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Environment
A Christmas party held at the Cook Islands Whale & Wildlife Centre on Saturday was a success, according to manager Sheryl John.
Presents at The Shoe Box
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local
The hottest new shoe store on the rock was launched on Wednesday night with cute wedges, casual flats and sexy heels walking off the shelves.
Intakes dry up
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local
Residents who tap into the Avana, Turangi and Totokoitu water intakes should be hoping for Christmas presents from the weather gods over the Christmas period.
Triad's Toagate guarantee letter
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local
I write to you all as members of parliament. I hear parliament is currently sitting; for Triad, I am interested to make sure the upcoming Te Aponga tender process is a fair process.
Doomsday fun
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local
It was supposed to be an event that could cripple the world – instead all that came out of the Doomsday predictions was a novel advertising campaign.
Downtown lights up for Christmas
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local
What started as an idea to light up the Christmas spirit in Avarua businesses came to life on Thursday night.
Mauke maire in calendar form
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
A beautiful 2013 wall calendar featuring what makes the outer island of Mauke special could just be that special gift are looking for.
Triad director says he's misunderstood
Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Politics
Triad Pacific Petroleum director Chris Vaile wrote a letter with a plea for a fair fuel deal and sent it on December 4 to Prime Minister Henry Puna, Finance Minister Mark Brown, Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen and Teenui-Mapumai member Norman George. Rasmussen asked Brown in parliament on December 10 whether he agreed with Vaile that the “Toa situation” should be legislated by parliament. Brown replied the government is bound by court conditions as to how much they owe Toa.
Doomsday date wrong
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
We are still here. Just another day in paradise!
Te Vaerua glad of Xmas help
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Health
Christmas is a time for giving and non-profit organisations in particular appreciate being remembered amidst the festivity hype.
Kwai picks up where Tiare Moana left off
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
The maiden voyage of Uma Shipping’s Tiare Moana did not go as smoothly as planned.
Avana women cricketers spread the love
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
The impressive Avana women’s cricket team celebrated their third place achievement this season with a trip to Aitutaki to share the cricketing love.
Hands-on experience
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Politics
Cook Islander Marino Wichman is back for university holidays and getting invaluable paid work experience with relevant government agencies.
Brown saw conflict of interest and acted
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Economy
The Financial Services Development Authority Amendment Bill was passed into Cook Islands law last week.
Climate change finance too late for some
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Environment
Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma visited Kiribati from November 6 to 8 and Nauru from October 29 to 31 to hold talks with their leaders and to learn more about their grave concerns about the impact of climate change. He reports on his findings – a sad outlook for the Cooks’ neighbours.
Appeal for fire victims raises $25,000
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
The final tally for the Nikao fire appeal could reach over $25,000 once the final pledges are received.
'Ask a local' to stay safe in the water
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
Water safety expert Ron Bird believes the tragic drowning deaths of two visitors at Avaavaroa Passage last week was “totally avoidable”.
Novelty in Africa
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
When Prime Minister Henry Puna announced in parliament that he was travelling to Africa, I formed the immediate impression that it’s his curiosity and sense of exploration that is compelling him to go. However as expected, since his travels are under close scrutiny by every Cook Islander, he delivered us the line that he is going to bring home untold benefits.
Christmas cheer for 175 children
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local
A list of 175 children who might not have got a Christmas present this year will have something to open on Christmas Day.
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