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PM speaks from the heart
Wednesday 1 December 2010 | Published in National
‘It’s not about me – it’s about you… it’s about us’ The country’s ninth Prime Minister, Henry Puna, said it was a proud day for the Cook Islands as he was sworn in at Government House yesterday. Puna delivered an emotional speech at the ceremony, full of promise for the future. “Deep inside my heart […]
Joyana inspires students to follow their dreams
Wednesday 1 December 2010 | Published in National
Hot on the heels of winning the 2010 Miss South Pacific pageant, Miss Cook Islands Joyana Meyer yesterday inspired some of the country’s youth to follow their dreams and strive for excellence. Meyer (21), is studying mechatronic engineering at Auckland University, and was a guest speaker at Titikaveka College’s prizegiving in Rarotonga yesterday. She told […]
George: 'I'm not encouraged'
Wednesday 1 December 2010 | Published in National
Norman George yesterday claimed that he had not been selected for a Cabinet post. Most of the newly elected MPs have been keeping quiet about whether or not they were likely to get a cabinet post. But Teenui-Mapumai MP George was insistent yesterday that he hadn’t been selected. “I am not encouraged by what I […]
Road sealing advice taken seriously
Wednesday 1 December 2010 | Published in National
Ministry of Infrastructure and Planning secretary Otheniel Tangianau agrees a proposed Rarotonga road upgrade must be subject to independent scrutiny. Tangianau was asked to respond to criticism about the existing road infrastructure on Rarotonga and the perceived incompetence of governments to effectively deal with associated problems. In a letter to the editor, Cook Islands News […]
Tereora idol set to rock
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Tereora College is hosting its own idol-style singing competition for its Year 9 and 10 pupils this Friday. Tereora College Idol will comprise 10 singers competing in heats from 9am at the Princess Anne Hall. Raro Idol contestants will judge the junior singers, as well as perform themselves. A surprise performance by an international artist […]
Atiu survival story on TV
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
An episode of British BBC series The Real Swiss Family Robinson, filmed here in the Cooks, airs on prime-time New Zealand television in early December. The episode first aired in April of 2009 and features the Hunt family – who are accustomed to a big house and a lavish lifestyle in the UK, and travel […]
Wear red for Aids awareness
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Tomorrow, show your support for World Aids Awareness Day (WAD) by wearing red. The theme of the internationally-recognised WAD this year is ‘Wear Red’, and a handful of local businesses have signed on to decorate staff and surroundings in red. The three best-outfitted businesses will win $500, $200 and $100 – which they will have […]
Disabled acknowledged
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Being disabled does not mean you are not able. This was one of the main messages at Monday’s opening of this week’s awareness programmes, leading up to the international day for persons with disabilities on Friday. This year’s theme is “Keeping the promise: Mainstreaming disability in the Millennium Development Goals towards 2015 and beyond”.In her […]
Court schedule 'thrown into disarray'
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in Crime
The first day of Justice Christine Grice’s court sitting yesterday was not as jam-packed as anticipated. The Crown’s case against Temu Okotai, Mataio Johnson and Ruhau Tamaumu was adjourned to the next sitting – probably in March. All charges in the case relate to a 2008 incident in which the three defendants allegedly endangered transport […]
Giving Tree reminder
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Westpac Cook Islands is reminding those involved in its annual Community Giving Tree appeal to deliver presents to its Avarua branch before December 9. For the second consecutive year, the bank is facilitating the donation of Christmas gifts to Rarotongan children deemed disadvantaged in some way. To date all but four of the 137 children […]
Marurai stands down
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in Local
Outgoing Prime Minister Jim Marurai resigned yesterday to make way for CIP leader and Prime Minister elect Henry Puna to be sworn in as the country’s new leader today. He’s pictured above clearing out his office yesterday. Marurai tendered his resignation with Queen’s Representative Sir Frederick Goodwin early yesterday morning – it was accepted shortly […]
Burglar jailed
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in Local
Kaveao Kaveao was yesterday sentenced to a term of nine months in prison, one month of which he has already served. The defendant was facing two charges – burglary of the 6-11 shop in Muri and possession of cannabis. Defence counsel Charles Petero said in his submissions that the defendant is remorseful, as indicated by […]
Family gathers
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in Local
The country’s new Prime Minister Henry Puna will be sworn in today at Government House, surrounded by family and supporters. Many of Puna’s family members living in NZ and Australia, including his children, have flown in this week to be present for the occasion. Former cabinet minister Ngereteina Puna, who arrived on Sunday, believes his […]
New PM sworn in today
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in Local
CIP leader and Manihiki pearl farmer Henry Puna will become the country’s eleventh leader when he is sworn in as Prime Minister today. He will take the official oath of ministers before Queen’s Representative Sir Frederick Goodwin at Government House at 10.30am. A number of invited guests will be present, as well as the CIP […]
Goats arrive on Mauke for breeding project
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Mauke residents are excited about a breeding programme which has seen six Boer goats arrive safely on the island. The livestock boarded an Air Rarotonga Embraer EMB 110 Bandeirante in Rarotonga last Tuesday afternoon and were in Mauke less than an hour later. Former Manukau City councillor and Mauke election candidate Hugh Graham spearheaded the […]
Town water tank drained for cleaning
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
A 2.5 million litre water storage tank is being cleaned this week by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Planning (MOIP). The tank – which supplies most of the Takuvaine and Avarua town areas – is being drained of water ahead of the maintenance cleaning which will take place tomorrow. MOIP secretary Otheniel Tangianau said water […]
Delayed start to Mexico journey
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
I am penning my first ever postcard from the United Nations climate change summit in Cancun, Mexico, where I am attending as a youth representative within the Cook Islands government delegation. But it has been a technically-hectic start! Last Saturday (20 Nov) I was so excited and standing ready at our international airport in Rarotonga […]
'The crown's not for me'
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
New Miss South Pacific prepares for ‘chaotic’ year Twenty-one year-old Joyana Meyer is carrying the weight of the South Pacific on her shoulders, but talking to her you wouldn’t know it. She’s still grounded – she’s humbled and overwhelmed by the limelight, and she’s grateful to God for the opportunity to represent her country at […]
Computer gear thanks to India
Tuesday 30 November 2010 | Published in National
Pupils and staff at St Joseph’s School are making the most of their new computer equipment, purchased with a grant from the Indian government. Principal Sister Celine Simon approached members of the Cook Islands government earlier this year about an upgrade of the school’s computer room, as it was too small and under-resourced. “We could […]
Boy of 12 caught in burglary
Monday 29 November 2010 | Published in National
A 12-year-old boy was among a number of law breakers apprehended and dealt with by police over the weekend. The boy was caught by owners of a tourist accommodation in Ngatangiia rifling through property in one of the accommodation units. The boy is a known offender and will appear at the next juvenile court sitting. […]
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