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‘Tired of being at home’: Students return to school with a smile
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
As the morning sun finally made its longed-for appearance after so many days of rain, lunches and writing utensils were being packed, and uniforms thrown on as kids prepared for their first day back at school for Term 3, which will run for eight weeks.
Tourists falling victim to burglaries
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cash and credit cards were reported stolen from a tourist accommodation over the weekend.
Be responsible: Police call out hit-and-run ‘culprits’
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police are investigating two separate hit-and-run incidents that occurred over the weekend, in which motorists were injured and required medical attention.
Ngatangiia’s ‘narrow’ roads to be widened by 3 metres
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The community of Ngatangiia is delighted to see the longstanding issue of narrow roads and potholes finally being addressed.
Emergency services call for more care from Raro motorists
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A senior fire officer has called out Rarotonga motorists following hold ups during an emergency on the island.
PM in Fiji for bilateral, regional engagements
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown arrived in Nadi, Fiji, on Sunday for a series of bilateral and regional engagements focused on the Cook Islands and the Pacific economic resilience and partnerships for prosperity priorities, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration said in a statement.
$40k in annual legal aid budget ‘limited’
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Economy, National
Cook Islands receives $40,000 annually for legal aid, ‘limited in the amount of funding available and the scope of legal matters it can apply to’.
Te Ipukarea Society: Extraction or protection? The dual mandate dilemma of the International Seabed Authority
Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) has the dual mandate of regulating mining of the seabed and also protecting that same seabed in areas beyond national jurisdiction (also known as international waters, high seas, or simply the area).
Cook Islands Māori declining as English dominates in NZ
Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Education, National
Thousands of Cook Islanders across Aotearoa New Zealand are celebrating their language this week, but for the majority, their knowledge of Cook Islands Māori is declining. Rachael Nath, RNZ Pacific journalist, reports.
Audit points the finger at suspended Culture secretary
Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Economy, National
Suspended Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has been found to have spent close to $16,000 of taxpayer money without consideration for public interest.
Cook Islands natural skincare products a hit with customers
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National
Locally made oils featuring in the ‘Maruoi Natural Skincare & Cosmetics’ range is becoming increasingly popular among locals and visitors attending the annual trade show due to their natural ingredients.
Nikao home damaged in second house fire in a week
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Fifteen firefighters and five fire trucks responded to a residential property fire yesterday morning behind the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Offender gets chance to turn his life around
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Court, National
A 22-year-old facing burglary and willful damage charges was handed a 12 months supervised probation sentence with first six months to be served on community service.
Sedimentation concern: Local marine biologist sounds alarm over dredging in Aitutaki harbour
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
A recent dredging operation in Aitutaki’s Arutanga Harbour has had a devastating impact on the surrounding reefs, says a local marine biologist.
Te Maeva Nui 2023: A celebration of ‘who we are and where we come from’
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
A small respectable crowd attended the official opening ceremony of Te Maeva Nui – the 58th Cook Islands Constitution Celebrations – which marks the beginning of week-long events at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium).
Promoting local businesses
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Economy, National
Over 80 vendors set up their stalls in the light rain as customers flowed into the Punanga Nui Market for the biggest Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) trade show.
Book inspired by ‘miracle turtle’ to be launched today
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Environment, National
The journey of Ponu, the miracle turtle, to Rarotonga has been such an inspiring story that Discover Marine and Wildlife Eco Centre boss Stephenie Jansen felt she had to write a book about it.
School holiday programme gives students hands-on experience with local resources
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
The first day of the Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango school holiday programme for Rarotonga, Atiu and Mangaia kicked off yesterday morning when all 30 senior students teamed up for introductions.
Court briefs July 27
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Court, National
On Thursday, July 27, Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams heard eight cases on the Criminal List.
Record vendors for Trade Days
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Economy, National
The Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) Trade Days Expo is proving popular, this year a record number of 84 vendors have signed up to showcase locally made products and home-grown produce.
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