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Hospital patient's privacy breached
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
Staff at Rarotonga Hospital have admitted they were wrong to divulge a patient’s medical information to insurers who were seeking more details regarding to a motorcycle crash and have apologised to the bike’s owner for their error. After another driver crashed one of his motorcycles late in December, Rarotonga resident Kevin Cook decided to try […]
'Reef will charter a ship if necessary'
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce says it has been told Reef Shipping will charter a special vessel in order to help the country cope with the peak tourism season. The chamber executive met with Reef Shipping Group director Phillip McNicholl during his recent visit to Rarotonga. Chamer president Teresa Manarangi-Trott says during that meeting […]
Friesian bloodline in cattle stock
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
The cattle across Rarotonga are all ancestors of Friesian stock that was imported decades ago. In the 1980s a number of cattle were brought over from New Zealand, but no further importation has taken place since this time. Back in 2000, the livestock census undertaken by the Ministry of Agriculture had cattle numbers at 300, […]
A bull, a cow and a calf
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
Because of reader response, Rachel Smith and Matariki Wilson returned to the cow paddock to get more of the story about Teariki Fanovah and his cows. Buddy the bull is the first animal that Teariki Fanovaha was given to care for. The bull is one of three cattle that is up for sale to fund […]
Apprehended, not arrested
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
On Monday, Cook Islands News ran a story about two children being apprehended by police in regards to a burglary. The headline it ran under – “Children arrested for burglary” – was incorrect. Police commissioner Maara Tetava explains: “To arrest means taking their liberty away from them and having them locked up or bailed for […]
AUT increases local support
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is stepping up its support for Cook Islands students. Education minister Teina Bishop and AUT vice-chancellor Derek McCormack will sign a memorandum of understanding at the university’s Manukau campus next Wednesday. The document will cement cooperation between AUT and the Cook Islands by promoting educational opportunities for Cook Islands government […]
Fishing boat delivers emergency fuel to Manihiki
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National
An emergency supply of 4000 litres of fuel was successfully delivered to Manihiki over the weekend by one of the longline fishing vessels operating in the area, allowing the island to continue providing power electricity. The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) was notified by the Island Council that diesel supplies for the island’s power supply […]
Quick action
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in Local
Good spotting and quick action prevented a fire from spreading and causing extensive damage to the Maritime Surveillance Centre at Avatiu harbour yesterday. This fire was discovered at 5.30am after smoke was seen coming through the roof of the building by a Triad employee. “The quick action of this person in reporting it resulted in […]
Project to plug gaps in public sector
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in Local
A new project has been launched to identify and plug the gaps in the skills and knowledge of the public sector in order to improve its performance and service delivery, the Office of the Public Service Commissioner has announced. The initiative, called Cook Islands Public Service Capability Project, aims to identify gaps in ministry and […]
DPM gives shipping undertaking
Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in Local
Transport minister and deputy prime minister Tom Marsters says government was not aware of the expiration of Forum Pacific’s charter until as recently as two weeks ago. Upon the expiration of the vessel’s charter, only one vessel will remain to service the Cook Islands, whereas previously the route was serviced by two different vessels operated […]
New PE gear at Tereora
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Tereora College students are standing out at inter-college sports events in their brand new physical education uniforms launched at the start of the year. The uniforms branded with the college logo have been seen all over the island and not just on the backs of students. The sportswear, designed by college guidance counsellor Thomas Wynne […]
Squall burst speeds up vaka
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Marumaru Atua vaka crew Numangatini Mackenzie and Alexander Teariki Olah continue sharing the adventures of the crew as they sail from Galapgos to the Tuamotus in French Polynesia. This is from their most recent blog posting: It is Day 8 and we’re still journeying from Galapagos to Tuamotus. I continue where I left off from […]
Fiji's new envoy visits
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Fiji’s incoming roving ambassador, high commissioner and special envoy to the Pacific Islands countries – a title that includes the Cook Islands jurisdiction – will present her credentials to Queen’s Representative Sir Frederick Goodwin today. Litia Mawi is a career public servant with experience in senior positions within the government of Fiji since 1972 (Public […]
Schools showcase culture tonight
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Rarotonga school students will take centre stage tonight to showcase our vibrant Cook Islands culture at the annual Rarotonga schools cultural festival at the national auditorium. Thirteen schools and guest artists will entertain the crowds this evening with shows by both primary and secondary schools culture groups. Each school will sing and dance to the […]
Vroom to move in Aituaki
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Aitutaki Police staff were gifted with two off-road motorbikes recently. Pictured above are Aitutaki Police constable Kau Henry, sergeant Tukua Putu, and constable Alfred Marsters with their new bikes. Aitutakian cabinet minister Teina Bishop made the presentation in a reception which included all the Island Council members as well as the Mayor John Baxter plus […]
Hospital kids have got the goods
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
The kids in Rarotonga Hospital will again be keeping cool thanks to a handy community donation. The Rotary Club of Rarotonga donated a new fridge to the paediatrics ward of the hospital last month to replace the one that disappeared to the maternity ward about four months ago. Mousie Skews, a Rotarian who lives in […]
Applications due for New Zealand training awards
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
A chance for employees to develop practical workplace skills is on offer at the Department of National Human Resources Development. The New Zealand Aid Programme 2012 short-term training awards offer the opportunity for short term training attachments in New Zealand, in a range of areas. The award is given to those wishing to attend vocational […]
Feedback sought on social welfare policy
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
The Ministry of Internal Affairs continues to seek the community’s feedback on proposed changes to the country’s social welfare policy. Consultations were held last night at Sinai Hall, and the ministry intends to run another round in coming weeks. Details and dates will depend on venue availability and will be advertised accordingly. The proposed changes […]
Change in venue
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
The venue for the live music festival ‘Beach Day Out’ this Friday has been changed. Originally the event was scheduled to be held at the beach in front of a private residence opposite D Vent Sheet Metal. It will now be held at the Safari Tours beach 300 metres closer to town in Nikao. The […]
Cows shaping up
Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National
Cows are taking shape in 13 different schools around Rarotonga, for the CITC and Anchor Cow Art Sculpture competition, which was launched last month. As part of CITC’s Go Green initiatives for 2012 and promoting the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink message throughout schools, CITC invited Rarotonga schools to take part in a competition sponsored […]
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