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No takers for kikau thatch
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
A group of 56 people from Atiu are fundraising for an upcoming tour of Australasia by weaving kikau (coconut fronds) for roofing – but so far there have been no buyers. Atiu businessman Roger Malcolm, who owns Kikau Roofs, says despite recent advertising he’s had no orders for over 5,000 kikau ready for shipment. The […]
New x-ray machine blessed
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Health minister Nandi Glassie has hailed the new x-ray machine as a ”milestone“ at the blessing of the new equipment at Rarotonga Hospital yesterday. Funding to the tune of $550,000 from the Cook Islands government helped the hospital purchase a new, state-of-the-art machine from New Zealand. Nikao CICC Reverend Papa Aratangi took part in the […]
Girls rule in Chicago
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Two Girl Guides had the trip of a lifetime last month when they attended a guiding world forum in Chicago. Loretta Brown of the Nikao Girl Guides and Karliean Mataroa of the Arorangi Girl Guides accompanied the Guides national commissioner Ngara Katuke to the Girls World Forum 2012. The forum was held between July 12 […]
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 […]
Japanese tourist spin-off
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Air New Zealand is doubling the number of charter services it operates between Japan and New Zealand, with 14 Japanese cities confirmed for this summer season. Six of the charter services will operate non-stop from Nagoya into Christchurch, with the remainder flying into Auckland. The charter programme, which is additional to Air New Zealand’s regular […]
Bin there, recycled that
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Aitutaki locals will soon be getting more awareness about recycling after the first of 12 ‘Keep Aitutaki Clean’ bin stations was installed on the island. A ‘station’ has four separate bins categorised for litter, recycling aluminium cans, recycling glass products and plastic products. The first bin station was installed at Ootu Beach for all tourists […]
'Knowledge Basket' weaves relationships
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in National
Dave Keet and Linda Winterburn have been in the Cooks for a month now, and while they thoroughly enjoyed Te Maeva Nui, it was not all play. The two founders of The Knowledge Basket – a searchable database invaluable to universities – are leaving Rarotonga today Thursday after investigating ways to extend their Pacific Islands […]
Flu vaccinations out of stock
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in Local
Members of the public still wishing to receive the influenza vaccination this year will be out of luck. There is currently no stock of the vaccinations in the Cook Islands, and no further stock to be ordered, due to an increase in freighting costs. CITC Pharmacy ordered 70 vaccinations earlier in the year, which covers […]
Pearl industry review underway
Thursday 9 August 2012 | Published in Local
A review into the entire operations of the Cook Islands Pearl Authority (CIPA) is hoping to bring the internal issues surrounding the organisation to an end. The review, being undertaken by Vaine Wichman, is being conducted after earlier industry reviews in 2007 and 2010. New Zealand was involved in the second review before making a […]
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.
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.
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