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New vaka for Hawai'i
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Culture
Hikianalia, a new vaka moana, built to be the escort vaka for the Polynesian voyaging canoe Hokule’a during her worldwide voyage, has been launched and sails soon from Aotearoa to Hawai’i.
Knowledge pooled on deep-sea minerals
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Environment
A deep-sea minerals training workshop to address issues associated with deep-sea minerals and mining, was recently held in Nadi as part of a series of capacity building activities aimed to develop and enhance regional knowledge on geological, technological, biological and environmental aspects of deep-sea minerals.
Weekend winds popular in Muri
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Environment
Gusty south south-easterly winds of up to 20 knots on Saturday sent thrill seekers to Muri lagoon for a day of kite surfing.
'Put fines back into roads'
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Health
New Zealand is having a renewed crack-down on motorists not wearing seatbelts – but a Cook Islands road safety campaigner can’t see that happening here anytime soon.
New guidelines help fight against STIs
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Health
Fiji president Ratu Epeli Nailatikau recently participated with the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) in the launch of Comprehensive Sexually Transmitted Infections Management Guidelines.
'Silent epidemic'
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Health
United States health authorities are recommending all baby boomers be tested for hepatitis C to help avoid serious liver disease and death.
Review of Pacific Plan forthcoming
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
Work is now underway at the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat to prepare for a review of the Pacific Plan.
High Commissioner harvests moringa
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
Rarotonga’s only moringa oleifera plantation has had its first harvest three months on from being planted.
Tamara File represents Cooks at youth gathering
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Politics
Tamara File of the Cook Islands National Youth Council is representing the country at the Commonwealth Pacific Youth Leadership and Integrity Conference in Honiara this week.
Law job opportunity in seabed minerals
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Politics
Cook Islanders with a background in law are eligible to apply for an internship with SOPAC.
New Chinese operator linked to Luen Thai
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Economy
Chinese conglomerate Luen Thai has links to a company newly registered to conduct business in the Cook Islands.
Cooks safe in Great Wall vehicle recall
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Economy
The country’s sole supplier of Great Wall vehicles said they do not stock the models recalled from Australia where traces of asbestos were found.
Super fund chief executive to be replaced
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Economy
The chief executive of the national superannuation fund has resigned after five years in the position.
JP wants change to come to fruition
Tuesday 18 September 2012 | Published in Crime
A local justice of the peace would like to see all the chief justice’s discussion paper recommendations on changes to the JP system followed through by government.
Guilty pleas after 399 days
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in Crime
The High Court on September 13 was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning, who passed the following sentences: Kakino Kakino – pleaded guilty to multiple charges of contempt of court, burglary, unlawfully found and threatening to kill with grievous bodily harm. Crown lawyer Cheryl King added there was an extra breaking and […]
New O3b network connects the Amazon
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in National
The undersea cable debate is superfluous, believes Telecom’s chief executive, as the country already has a plan for fast internet through Ob3, which has recently expanded its services into South America. During the Pacific Leaders Forum week, a New Zealand-based company announced its plan to build an undersea cable stretching from Hawai’i (through California) to […]
Warping bollard adds to ship safety
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in National
The Avatiu port is adding more safety for ships coming to dock with the installation of a warping bollard – a finishing touch to the port redevelopment. It is another improvement to the port after it recently completed the $27 million redevelopment project that included the dredging of 73,000 cubic metres of material from the […]
Veranda checks crucial for safety
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in National
MOIP building controller Louis Teiti has called on double-storied home owners to get their exposed verandas assessed ahead of what he predicts will be an “intense” cyclone season. It comes as warnings are being made over veranda safety in America after a student at UNC-Charlotte broke her ankle after a University City apartment balcony she […]
Books come alive at Te Uki Ou
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in National
Story and comic book characters came to life at Apii Te Uki Ou on Friday as students dressed up to celebrate world literacy week. Students were also given the option of dressing up as their favourite super hero or movie character making for a colourful day at the school. The school playground was a scene […]
Market stage development underway
Monday 17 September 2012 | Published in National
The BTIB’s continuing involvement with the Punanga Nui market has a very visual reminder as construction of the new stage area continues to make progress. With John Short Construction successfully winning the tender after consulting the finance ministry’s tender committee, builders were last week working on the two main beams at the front of the […]
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