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Worker ‘exodus’ causes problems
Thursday 12 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, National
A Rarotongan businessman is claiming that New Zealand recruitment firms are targeting immigrant workers in the Cook Islands.
Watching the jet land becoming popular again
Thursday 12 May 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
Before Covid-19 brought Rarotonga’s tourism industry to its knees, one of the most popular forms of entertainment for visitors was watching jets land from the lagoon side of the airport runway.
Biting pig’s ear marks Teava Mataiapo succession
Thursday 12 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Teava Mataiapo George Matutu bites the ear of a large cooked pig to mark his succession as the new Teava Mataiapo.
Covid-19 stats better than NZ’s
Thursday 12 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands Covid-19 deaths and hospitalisations are significantly better than New Zealand, epidemiologist Dr Michael Baker says the biggest factor for the difference likely comes down measurement.
No sign of movement for grounded Grinna
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Outer Islands
There’s no indication of when Taio Shipping’s MV Grinna II will be removed from Manhiki’s reef.
Empire Bridge completion two weeks away
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The Empire Bridge is expected to be completed within two weeks, says Landholdings representative John Batty.
Free de-sexing programme gets underway
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu in conjunction with the Dog Registration and Animal Control Committee (DRACC) and the SPCA, will host a number of free de-sexing clinics for dogs starting today.
Jail sentence for smashing bottle over man’s head
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A Cook Islands man has been jailed for three months after admitting he smashed an empty Jim Beam bottle over a victim’s head.
GEF7 funding will support grass roots projects
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
A validation workshop facilitated by the National Environment Service (NES) for the GEF7 funds (Global Environment Facility) of $7 million which starts early next year for a period of six years, was held yesterday with the project team and partners at the Crown Beach Resort.
Reparations payment leads to discharge without conviction
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A public servant has been discharged without conviction, after he agreed to pay $3000 in reparations to the victim of a vehicle accident.
Nikao seawall mural continues to delight
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Te Marae Moana’s bright ocean-themed mural at the seawall in Nikao continues to delight passing motorists, and yesterday 107 metres of the artwork was completed.
Opposition leader slams govt with ‘zero results’
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The leader of the Opposition says the Government has produced “zero results” when it comes to diversifying the economy, despite the Cook Islands Party making it a main talking point.
NZ rugby reps promote healthy living
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Rugby Union
New Zealand Rugby Pacific Sporting representatives visiting Rarotonga to help promote healthy lifestyles, meet with stakeholders and share their skills.
Police target motorists in busy weekend
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Police are stepping up traffic enforcement on Rarotonga with an increasing number of motorists being stopped for a variety of reasons.
Arorangi meeting house goes up rapidly
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Cameron Scott | Published in Local, National
Another large steel rafter was carefully lifted by crane onto the new Arorangi Community Hall building on Saturday, marking another important stage in its construction.
Yala honoured for services to community
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Cook Islander Teremoana Yala of Porirua, was awarded the MNZM (Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit) on May 9, for services to the Cook Islands community.
Pilot shortage means no flights from Christchurch
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Tourism
Pilot shortages are being blamed for Air New Zealand’s inability to resume flights from Christchurch to Rarotonga.
Celebrating music, Mother's Day
Tuesday 10 May 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Entertainment, National
Rarotonga residents enjoyed a night out at The Village Eatery in Titikaveka last Sunday, to celebrate Mother’s Day and enjoy some delicious food, music and BYO drinks.
New chief executive takes over at Avaroa Cable Ltd
Monday 9 May 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Mike Schwarz has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of Avaroa Cable Ltd.
Golfer has plenty of tricks up her sleeve
Monday 9 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Professional golfer and trick shot artist, Cook Islander Tania Tare can balance a golf ball, knock it off her knee and then smash it with a driver in mid-air.
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