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New Suwarrow caretakers going 'home'
Tuesday 8 May 2012 | Published in National
Being named as the new Suwarrow rangers is a homecoming of sorts for Tuakeu Harry Papai and Antony Nicholas, albeit it is in differing ways for each. Manihiki man Papai, the senior park ranger, will travel north to an area that he calls his home. Papai lived in Manihiki for 20 years, running a pearl […]
Youthline advised of CI circumstances
Tuesday 8 May 2012 | Published in National
New Zealand’s Youthline support service will provide a Cook Islands component to their training regimen for all incoming counsellors following a visit from two Cook Islands youth workers. Ministry of Education inclusive education advisor Ngaria Stephenson and student counsellor Thomas Wynne met with Youthline staff to provide training and advice on how the help line’s […]
Police blame lack of care at home
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in National
A lack of care at home is pushing some young offenders to a lifestyle of crime, Cook Islands Police is warning. Boredom, a lack of food and the absence of adult supervision have all been identified as reasons children and teenagers are committing crime, inspector Tere Patia said. He said the whole community could have […]
Farmers market makes its debut
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in National
The first in a series of regular farmers markets was held at Punanga Nui market last Wednesday, with produce from around Rarotonga, Aitutaki, Atiu and Mauke up for grabs. The market has deliberately limited the number of stall positions available to allow it to grow with demand as it is held each fortnight.
Indecent assault, incest and manslaughter cases
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in Crime
Justice of the Peace John Kenning presided over a session of the High Court at Avarua last Thursday. Defendants were called in the following order: Japhet Manuel appeared on multiple charges, including charges of indecent assault and being unlawfully found. The matter was previously adjourned to enable the defendant, who is currently remanded in custody, […]
60 seek 10 HOM positions
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in Local
The selection panel responsible for recruiting the Heads of Government Ministries is now preparing to finalise shortlisted applicants ahead of conducting interviews over the next three weeks. The selection panel includes the Public Service Commissioner Russell Thomas as chairman, and other members approved by cabinet including Niki Rattle, Te Aroa Tini and Nga Mataio representing […]
23 youth arrested, plus boy of 9
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in Local
Rarotonga police have arrested or apprehended 23 people accused of committing burglaries in April in an attempt to curb the “concerning” high number of offences committed during the month. Burglars targeted businesses and the Te Au O Tonga area with a special interest during the month, Cook Islands Police inspector Tere Patia reported, although Puaikura […]
Carter sees potential of northern islands
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in National
The lack of regular and predictable air and seaborne contact with Manihiki and Rakahanga remain one of the biggest challenges to the islands’ economic development, according to New Zealand High Commissioner John Carter. Carter, who travelled to the northern islands two weeks ago, said the high costs of freight and passenger transport to the islands […]
Deep sea minerals training offered
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in National
Cook Islanders looking to gain training and experience in the burgeoning deep sea minerals industry are being encouraged to apply for a series of opportunities being offered by the International Seabed Authority. The authority is currently offering at least 15 spots to suitable candidates from developing countries in a new training programme that will take […]
Barbados and London on this week's itinerary
Monday 7 May 2012 | Published in National
Prime Minister Henry Puna will remain in the Caribbean for the working week, pursuing the Cook Islands’renewable energy and developmental goals on the international stage. Puna travelled to Barbados this week to attend two Small Islands Development States (SIDS) meetings in anticipation of June’s Rio+20 United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development. Puna, the minister of […]
NES praises oil spill response
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in Environment
The quick actions of Te Aponga Uira staff prevented an oil leak from the Avatiu Valley power station from reaching the lagoon area last week, according to a National Environment Service spokesman. The NES was called in to investigate a waste oil spill at the TAU power station last week after receiving complaints from the […]
Meeting called off
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in Local
At the eleventh hour, the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee called off its controversial annual general meeting citing the need to have audited accounts ready for the meet. CISNOC secretary general Rosie Blake announced yesterday that the meeting scheduled for last night was deferred but no new date has been set for the […]
No new cases of dengue reported
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in Local
No additional cases of dengue fever were recorded in Rarotonga by yesterday afternoon, leaving three people as confirmed carriers of the disease. Director of Public Health Doctor Rangi Fariu said that the Rarotonga Hospital had not recorded any new cases yesterday after reporting that people from Nikao, Arorangi and Matavera had been the first confirmed […]
Kia Orana Air not taking off
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in Local
Kia Orana Air, the low-cost domestic airline first proposed in mid-2008, is now grounded indefinitely. Managing director Mark Lusby announced yesterday that he has abandoned the venture. This follows approval to operate the airline business in January 2010 and protracted delays attributed to the economic downturn and recent problems in finding a site for an […]
Pa explains war against diabetes
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
Pa Marie Ariki is passionate about changing lives in the Cook Islands – educating her people about their health and encouraging them to change dietary habits so as to avoid contracting diabetes. Below is a speech she gave to the Rarotonga Rotary Club. Diabetes is a permanent change in your internal chemistry, which results in […]
Siren test
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
The Ngatangiia community will hear their new tsunami warning siren for the first time on Wednesday, May 9, when it undergoes its first test. The siren, located at the Muri Meeting House, will be switched on about midday on Wednesday to test the system and find its reach in the surrounding community. Hotels in the […]
Cows moo in downtown Avarua today
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
The Town Market opposite Banana Court will be turned into a paddock today where cow sculptures created by Rarotonga children will be exhibited to the public. CITC and Anchor invite local business and art lovers to the public exhibition of sculptures submitted by the schools around Rarotonga. CITC and Anchor have been working with all […]
Goodie bags for fishing associations
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
A $25,000 investment through the government’s Fishing Development Fund will give fishers across the Cook Islands greater access to safety equipment. The Cook Islands Fishers Association will distribute 30 bags stuffed with safety equipment to fishing clubs throughout the country thanks to the investment. The Fishing Development Fund purchased a swatch of equipment, such as […]
New Reef Express delayed
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
The Reef Express’s first journey to the Cook Islands has been delayed further as the ship undergoes repairs in New Zealand. The ship is now expected to make contact with Rarotonga on May 19 and Aitutaki on May 21 with its new Auckland departure date of May 9. The journey will be the first for […]
Tutaka health checks done
Saturday 5 May 2012 | Published in National
Prioritising the keeping of properties clean and tidy every day of the year, is the message that Public Health inspectors wish to send out to all Rarotonga residents. Tata Vaeau, health protection manager, says that the tutaka health checks went well and he is generally satisfied with the outcome. A few properties were identified as […]
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