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Quiz for animals
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
A quiz night is being planned by the Esther Honey Foundation Animal Clinic to raise money for the neutering, treatment and care of Rarotongas animals. The quiz is scheduled for Saturday January 14 at the Tang Tapas Bar in Arorangis Crown Beach Resort and Spa from 6.30pm. It has an animal fancy dress theme and […]
New machines for Sudso winners
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Jason and Thomas Potoru are slowly becoming their mothers good luck charm. After winning a couple of small prizes in their time, the brothers have now won themselves a washing machine for the family. Their mother Tapita Potoru said the pair was usually lucky, but this was the biggest thing they had won so far. […]
The year that was - quotes
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
"Yes, I had them cut them down. The thing is, if you do something, you get criticised. If you dont, you get criticised. Im willing to take that responsibility. Safety comes first for our people and for our tourists." January 7: Teariki Heather, in response to questions of who cut down the trees along the […]
The year that was - 2010
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Devastating floods in Brisbane affect Queensland-based Cook Islanders, but thankfully there are no deaths in the Cook Islands community. A by-election to determine the successful candidate for the Pukapuka seat puts CIP candidate Tekii Lazaro in government. Vaka Marumarua Atua leaves Rarotonga to join her sister vaka in Tahiti, from where the fleet left for […]
Good bloke escapes Beehive
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Alfred Ngaro has escaped the Beehives busy environment and is currently holidaying in his native Cook Islands with his family. Ngaro, his wife Mokuina and their children, arrived in Rarotonga on Thursday afternoon. They are staying in Arorangi and plan to spend a few days in Aitutaki next week before returning to Rarotonga and departing […]
Alfred Ngaro's maiden speech in NZ parliament
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
For his maiden speech in parliament, Ngaro used both New Zealand and Cook Islands Maori sharing the words of his ancestors as they set out on a journey of challenge and change. It is part of the ongoing legacy of our people and I stand in their shadows today. In greeting those in the House […]
Josey honoured
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Aitutakis Josephine Lockington has been honoured with the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her service to the public and community. Lockington is one of three 2012 New Year Queens Honours recipients in the Cook Islands. She has long been involved in various community groups within Aitutaki as well as national organisations, including the Girl Guides […]
Bobby Matapo OBE thanks his family
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Titikaveka leader Tevai Vaka Matapo known affectionately as Bobby is now an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE). Matapo has been recognised for his service to the community and wider public in the 2012 New Year Queens Honours, announced today. He humbly says to be granted the honour only means […]
Goodbye to dial-up
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
An era in the Cook Islands digital age has come to an end today with the termination of dial-up internet access in the country. After 14 years in operation, Telecom Cook Islands will officially switch off its dial-up internet services today. A few customers remained on the service until this week, but Telecom sales and […]
New Zealand MP returns to his roots
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in Local
Ngaro is the first Cook Islander to be elected as a MP in New Zealand and has travelled home to the Cook Islands this week with his family for a holiday. He will spend a few days in Aitutaki where his parents live next week before returning to Rarotonga and departing for New Zealand on […]
Warning to boil water
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
People at Rarotonga are being urged to drink from bottled water following this weeks heavy downpours and boil any tap water intended for use as drinking water or for cooking. Doctor Rangi Fariu, director of community health services, said animal waste and other contaminants may have seeped into Rarotongas water catchments during this weeks storms. […]
No mercy
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in Local
After a shocking start to their Christmas blitz, Cook Islands police are asking for better community cooperation in making the New Year holiday break a safe one. Inspector John Strickland said police were appalled with the crime statistics recorded in the first half of the festive season safety campaign and he hoped the second half […]
Highest honour to Ariki
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Prominent Cook Islands traditional leader Pauline Margaret Rakera Taripo has been bestowed the title of Dame in the 2012 Queens New Year Honours. Taripo locally known properly as Makea Karika Margaret Ariki has received the highest honour of all Cook Islanders in this years list. She has been made a Dame Commander of the Most […]
Queen honours 3 Cook Islanders
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in Local
Pauline Margaret Rakera Taripo is at the top of the 2012 Queens New Year Honours list for the Cook Islands, which was announced today. Taripo known locally as Makea Karika Margaret Ariki has been made a Dame Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (DBE) the second highest rank in the Most […]
Two hurt in bike crashes
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Two motorcyclists have been taken to hospital following separate accidents on Rarotongas roads. One motorcycle driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries after colliding with a small truck at Ngatangiia about 9.30am yesterday. Cook Islands police inspector John Strickland said the driver was driving on the main road between Muri and Avana at the […]
Surfs up at the Boiler
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Surfers and bodyboarders plus one stand-up paddler made the most of what were rare waves pounding at the iconic Boiler yesterday outside Avarua harbour. A group of between 15 and 20 visiting and local surfers and bodyboarders headed out to play in the waves which werent enormous or smooth but loads of fun. While there […]
Skies clearing for New Years Eve
Saturday 31 December 2011 | Published in National
Clear skies and light winds are expected in Rarotonga tonight as people gather to usher in 2012. The Cook Islands Meteorological Service predicts midnights fireworks will be launched into mostly clear skies as the weather system which brought high winds and heavy rain to the southern group of islands moves on. Met service director Arona […]
TIS drafts strategic plan
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Environment
Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) programme manager Jacqui Evans has drafted a strategic plan for the organisation to 2015, highlighting key priorities of youth programme implementation, conservation work and government assistance. The plan has been examined by TIS executives during a recent meeting and includes details of a programme for youth to learn by doing, as […]
Govt calls tenders for 3 solar systems
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands government has begun searching for suppliers and contractors to construct three major solar systems at Rarotonga. The three systems two at Te Aponga Uira (TAU) buildings and one at the new Ministry of Education Nikao headquarters will be among the biggest solar systems in the country. The two systems to be installed […]
Tupapa resident house-bound by rain
Friday 30 December 2011 | Published in Local
In 54 years of living in Rarotonga, Papa Jeff Griffiths has never seen a flood this bad. The 76-year-old Tupapa resident is completely house-bound unable to step beyond his front and back door. Living on Karekare Alley, Papa Jeff has been watching the rain turn his property into a lake. Steps to his porch are […]
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