National
'Early days' for China tourism
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands recently participated at the biggest travel mart in Asia, which brought together around 1000 international buyers from over 100 countries and regions.
Local crafts on show
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Economy
Artist Rennie Peyroux’s original Atiu warrior-inspired shirts was one of the highlights of last week’s Takuvaine and Tutakimoa Market held on the grassy area across from the Banana Court in Avarua.
'Women's rights not one-dimensional'
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Culture
The Cook Islands has joined a worldwide movement to bring attention to the problem of violence against women and children.
Youth invited on think tank talks
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Environment
Young Cook Islanders interested in climate change have been invited to be part of a Pacific think tank.
Vaka Eiva draws the visitors and boosts economy
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Local
If you needed any more proof that the Cook Islands get a healthy boost to the economy during the annual Vaka Eiva festival – here it is.
Adopted school receives sports gear
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Local
Arorangi School was alive with the sound of singing and laughing on Tuesday as the students hosted their adopted Vaka Eiva team.
Wahoo! It's a marlin!
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Local
It’s not the biggest marlin of the season so far, but this 140kg blue marlin was the catch of the day on Tuesday.
Shopping ourselves silly on Black Friday
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Local
It’s nearing midnight, and the thick crowd gathered outside computer warehouse Best Buy is humming with anticipation.
Boys show pink pride
Wednesday 28 November 2012 | Published in Local
They may not have finished in the top spot, but the Cook Islands development oe vaka team’s hearts certainly make them winners.
Cheesy treats delight!
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki students have been smiling with more cheese than usual at Vaitau Primary School.
George asks the hard questions
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Politics
Independent MP for Teenui-Mapumai Norman George intends to be very vocal when parliament reconvenes on December 3.
Civil society organisations help the Cooks develop
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Politics
A large gathering of regional non-governmental organisations heard that better dialogue between them, government and donor partners is needed to develop Pacific countries effectively.
Cabinet travels 'to moon and back'
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Politics
Teenui-Mapumai MP Norman George touched on subjects from cabinet’s travel to what party he really belongs to in his address on the Cook Islands’ political landscape at the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference last week.
Students learn cheesy craft
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Technology
Science just got a whole lot cheesier at Vaitau Primary School – and the students certainly aren’t complaining.
Japan at top of the table
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation’s director of sales and marketing Karla Eggelton tacked on a visit to Japan after her trip to China to look at drumming up visitor numbers from these countries.
South America an emerging market
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is looking to expand the repertoire of visitors to the Cooks to include those who don’t traditionally visit South Pacific islands.
Community urged to conserve water
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Environment
Water shortages on Rarotonga have prompted authorities to urge the community to conserve water.
Napa wraps up Miss Earth
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Environment
After over 10 days of competition from 80 international contestants, the 2012 Miss Earth pageant was wrapped up with the coronation night on November 24.
Juniors and swimmers in action
Tuesday 27 November 2012 | Published in Environment
The junior stars of Vaka Eiva paddling will have a chance to showcase their potential when they take part in the Mapu Oe Vaka races this morning.
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