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Collectable Cooks coins
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Cook Islands collectable coins may not often be seen on our shores, but they are hot property on the numismatic (currency) collectable scene. One such coin, currently on sale on Ebay in the United States, commemorates the 85th anniversary since the birth of Marilyn Monroe. The $5 coin is made from 0.925 silver, and has […]
Telecom gets UK support
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Telecom Cook Islands is using a company based in the United Kingdom to provide remote IT support. RealVNC is a company based in Cambridge, UK, that allows IT specialists to solve internal helpdesk issues without leaving their desks. According to Telecom, VNC’s software has resulted in a significant reduction in IT downtime, greater staff productivity […]
Mu'umu'us for Maori language week
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
To celebrate Cook Islands language week, the Pacific Cultures team at Te Papa are blogging about collection items from the Cook Islands. New Zealand is celebrating its first-ever Cook Islands language week between August 6 and 10. The national museum has a number of mu’umu’u (dresses) acquired by the Pacific Cultures collection in 2009 from […]
Party-hopping on agenda
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party executive is holding a ”special meeting“ tonight to discuss Norman George’s challenge to the opposition leadership.
Hawaiian gateway finished
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Technology
New telecommunications company O3B has completed work on the satellite gateway which will service the Cook Islands.
Ship causes internet issues
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Technology
Telecom had problems with its internet and international calling over the weekend – but it was not their new switch causing the issues this time.
CI project attracts high praise
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Technology
Biodiversity world expert and author Dr Daniel Robinson has hailed a Cook Islands’ project developed by Dr Graham Matheson, as ‘best practice’ to international experts. Dr Robinson acknowledged CIMTECH (Cook Islands Medical Technologies) and its practices at recent biodiversity conferences held in Nadi and Auckland. Dr Robinson, the author of ‘Confronting Biopiracy – Challenges, Causes and International Debates’ held up the CIMTECH model as an example to other countries for the development of products of biodiversity and traditional knowledge. The CIMTECH project is a venture between Dr Matheson, the Koutu Nui and the University of NSW, Sydney, Australia and has developed products from traditional Cook Islands plants. After nearly 10 years of research, the first product is due to be launched in August as premium, natural skin care brand, TeTika. TeTika is dedicated to honouring former president of the Koutu Nui, Dorice Reid who inspired and supported the project.
Niche market for Pacific produce
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Economy
Exporters who attended a trade specialist showcase in Fiji have learnt a niche market exists overseas for Pacific islands produce.
Foreign enterprises revoked
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Economy
Eight foreign enterprises have had their licences revoked by the Business, Trade and Investments Board.
Bail breached for Te Maeva Nui
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Crime
The High Court on August 2 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Tauei Solomon, who passed the following judgments:
Free counselling course this week
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Crime
An opportunity for people in the community to build rapport skills and develop listening and questioning skills are two components to a free counselling training being offered by Punanga Tauturu Inc.
Top grades for cultural dance shows
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Culture
The Te Maeva Nui grading system has meant that all competing teams that took to the stage this year received a portion of funds for their outstanding shows.
Weeds list highlights biological control
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Local
A list of weeds needing biological control generated by local agricultural professionals will be updated when results of a feasibility study from two New Zealand experts is released.
Benefits for local youth this week
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Health
Young adults will have access to free reproductive health services as part of the Adolescence and Youth Awareness Week.
Mauke take out constitution touch
Wednesday 8 August 2012 | Published in Outer Islands
The inaugural constitution day touch rugby tournament was the perfect way for outer islands visitors and local players alike to finish off a great week of Te Maeva Nui cultural celebrations.
Constitution celebrated in song and dance
Tuesday 7 August 2012 | Published in Local
The vibrancy and colour of the Cook Islands culture, language and her people was evident during the official 47th constitution celebrations on Saturday at the national auditorium. Singing, dancing, drumming and lots of laughs were all part of the official celebration of 47th year of self governance by the Cook Islands. Prime Minister Henry Puna […]
Final curtain fall for 2012 festival
Tuesday 7 August 2012 | Published in National
Friday night’s Te Maeva Nui performance drew the curtain on what was a wonderful week of culture and dance. As has now become the format of the Te Maeva Nui prizegiving – all teams were recognised with ‘grades’ for their performances in the ute, ura pau, pe’e (reo metua) and kapa rima categories. No main […]
37 islanders celebrate
Tuesday 7 August 2012 | Published in National
While the bulk of the population of Penrhyn celebrated the 47th year of Cook Islands self governance on Rarotonga – the remaining 37 resident on the island held their own small celebration singing hymns. Tetautua community on Penrhyn were proud to have Mr Saitu Marsters as the main speaker and leader during the ceremony as […]
Flying wind chime helps Mitiaro win
Tuesday 7 August 2012 | Published in National
Hips were swinging and feet tapping at the national auditorium on Saturday when five Te Maeva Nui drumming teams took the spotlight. As the reigning champions for years – team Manihiki decided to sit this year’s competition out and instead support the budding young talent from the other islands and village drum teams. Vaka Puaikura […]
Call to keep culture alive
Tuesday 7 August 2012 | Published in National
In true Cook Islands style, the nation’s 47th year of self governance was celebrated island style with singing and dancing by the people of the Cook Islands led from the front by Prime Minister Henry Puna. Puna and wife Akaiti were welcomed to the national auditorium for the official commemorations with a traditional turou from […]
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