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By-catch dumping on the rise, says fisherman
Wednesday 25 July 2012 | Published in National
A local commercial fisherman believes the level of fish by-catch dumping is escalating in Cook Islands waters. The man, who posted a concerned comment on Te Ipukarea Society’s Facebook page, said one of his biggest concerns is the ”blatant“ dumping of fish, which he said is an escalating problem due to the increased vessel licences […]
Cooks have 800 percent harsher drug sentences
Wednesday 25 July 2012 | Published in National
The Cook Islands has an 800 percent harsher maximum sentence for possession of cannabis than New Zealand, the court was told during the Operation Eagle trial. Last Friday Giovanni Marsters was sentenced to six years in prison for importing and conspiring to import cannabis into the Cook Islands. He also received a concurrent two year […]
CISNOC special meeting
Wednesday 25 July 2012 | Published in Local
A special general meeting of the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) has been called for July 31 to ensure the positions of president, two vice-presidents and the assistant secretary general are filled. There was to be an annual general meeting held last night at the AOG Church in Takuvaine, but the notification […]
Toa one step closer
Wednesday 25 July 2012 | Published in Local
Toa Petroleum has begun constructing its office but is still awaiting clearance to construct the remainder of its depot at Nikao. The Rarotonga Environment Authority has directed that a peer review of the company’s environmental management plan be undertaken. For story, see p10. 12072406 PHOTO HARVIE ALLISON
Churches celebrate National Gospel Day today
Wednesday 25 July 2012 | Published in Local
Island churches are celebrating National Gospel Day today. Christianity has now been in the Cook Islands for 189 years. Missionaries introduced Christianity to the islands on July 25, 1825. In previous years this auspicious date has been celebrated with a public holiday, but this year’s holiday has been moved to October to accommodate Ariki Day. […]
Hotelier does police work
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in Local
A burglary victim left Rarotonga happy after a concerned hotelier took it upon herself to track him down in order to return his wallet, which she had found. Raina Lagoon Villas manager Tanya Savage found Danny Joel Nikolovski’s wallet discarded in the Arorangi accommodation’s hedge early in the morning of July 16. The first thing […]
Biolytix installation helps environment
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in Local
Issues surrounding the water quality near the Muri lagoon have resulted in the installation of a new type of environmentally-friendly waste treatment programme in houses in the area. Over 200 homes have taken on the Waste Management Initiative (WMI), which asks homeowners to contribute $1000 to the setup of the unit, with the government paying […]
Undercover officer involvement 'fair'
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in Local
Operation Eagle has made Cook Islands history as the country’s largest drugs bust and police operation of any kind – by using an undercover officer. Defendants Giovanni Marsters, Inano Matapo and Samuel Tangaroa were imprisoned last week for the possession, importation and distribution of the class C drug cannabis. Matapo was also sentenced on corruptly […]
Track champs start
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
While the London Olympics are still some days away, keen athletics fans can enjoy some local track and field today before the global showcase begins. The Air Rarotonga-sponsored Cook Islands National Age Group Championships will be run at the BCI Stadium today and tomorrow and will feature some of the Cook Island’s up-and-coming talent throughout […]
Netball talent showcased
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
The action was fierce, the passing was fast and the whistle blew loudly as the National Netball Age Group Championships got underway at the Telecom Sports Arena (TSA) yesterday. The matches showcased some of the best netball the Cook Islands has to offer, thanks to the participation from teams from the outer islands of Atiu, […]
Ciguatera has prompted dietary shift
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
Ciguatera outbreaks have accelerated the onset of non-communicable disease in the Cook Islands. Dr Teina Rongo presented his ciguatera (foodborne illness) research at the recent health conference, the theme of which was focused on the epidemic of non-communicable diseases like cardiovascular disease and diabetes in the Cook Islands. Dr Rongo explained that ciguatera has far-reaching […]
Wind still 'playing for the other team'
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
Cook Islands vaka Marumaru Atua is experiencing some rough weather, and has elected to call in for shelter at Espiritu Santo to wait out the heavy winds and seas. From Captain Peia Patai yesterday: ”At the moment the wind is coming from New Caledonia, Uto and Matau’s water is contaminated and they are running low […]
Kwai a very welcome visitor
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
Cooks-registered cargo vessel Kwai arrived in port on Saturday morning, and is due to set sail for the northern group – Palmerston, Nassau and Pukapuka – either tomorrow or Thursday. Her tentative schedule has her in Palmerston around July 28, Nassau around July 31, Pukapuka from about August 1 to 3, Nassau on August 4, […]
Chinese fleet doubles in two years
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
China has sent sophisticated fishing boats into waters north of New Zealand, creating fears it is plundering the world’s last great tuna stock in a bid to stake a claim to the region’s resources. Official figures show a 125 percent increase in two years in the size of China’s South Pacific tuna fleet, with many […]
Advice for students
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
Students leaving school at the end of this year will soon be advised on their career options. Gail Townsend, chief executive of planning, policy and review at the Ministry of Education, says all senior students will have one-on-one careers counselling with a careers advisor to help them choose a suitable career path. Students from Rarotonga […]
Te Korero Maori a big hit
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Te Korero Maori Cultural Performing Arts Group, under the guidance of Vaitoti Tupa and Anthony Turua, has performed for the first time at one of the busiest airports in the world – Heathrow Airport in London – in the lead-up to the London Olympic Games. With thousands of athletes and supporters arriving […]
Burgled twice in a week
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
The Central Motel was burgled twice in one week, and manager Malcolm Laxton-Blinkhorn is understandably ”very pissed off“. A large sum of money was stolen from the motel, which got hit by burglars in the early hours of July 9 and then again a week later. Also stolen was a laptop, a stereo system, a […]
New era of high standards
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in National
The 10 new ministry heads were inducted into their roles by the prime minister in a ceremony at Red Cross yesterday. In his address to the new heads of ministry (HOMS), Prime Minister Henry Puna said they are the frontline and the ”face“ of public service, which reflects on the government. ”You are the leaders […]
Plea change in Black Rock Store burglary
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in Crime
The following cases were presided over by Justice of the Peace Tui Short in the High Court on Thursday: Putere Dean – faced charges of the burglary of the Blackrock Store and contempt of court. The defendant pleaded guilty to the breach of bail conditions, as he realised he should have notified his lawyer about […]
Finance needed for climate change
Tuesday 24 July 2012 | Published in Environment
Pacific economic ministers have discussed finance options for climate change, which remains critical for vulnerable Pacific island countries. At the 2012 Forum Economic Ministers’ Meeting (FEMM) held last week in Tarawa, Kiribati, ministers received an update on climate change financing efforts. The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat published a report to coincide with the FEMM, highlighting […]
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