National

Makea Vakatini Joseph Tepo Ariki 1937-2020

Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

Hundreds of mourners turned out to farewell and lay to rest Ariki Makea Vakatini Joseph Tepo Ariki at Taputapuatea yesterday.

Culture


Alleged attacker found

Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Police have found a man who was accused of an incident that was reported in the weekend.

Crime


New Ariki invested

Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

Burial ground investiture of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki gives hope that families can prepare succession for years to come.

Culture


People encouraged to study for free

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education

Those with some spare time on their hands who are interested in upskilling have until July 24 to enrol at the University of the South Pacific.

Education


Teenager, 18, fined $400 for swearing and resisting police

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Arapati Albert Greig, 18, was convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $400 for swearing and resisting police.

Crime


Coastal protection work in Vaima'anga extended

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment

Coastal construction and improvement works will be continuing in the Vaima’anga district as part of Infrastructure Cook Islands’ ongoing asset management and improvement programme.

Environment


'Drunk' person scares kids

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime

A flood of noise complaints and three domestic incidents kept police busy over the weekend.

Crime


Cardio Combat kicks off free trial

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

It’s hard not to break into a sweat just watching people work out during an intense Cardio Combat session.

Local


Complaint filed against Govt

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health

Government says lobby group’s complaint misleading and disappointing.

Health


Final journey home

Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Rarotonga will come to a standstill this morning to pay its final respects to fallen paramount chief, Makea Vakatini Joseph Tepo Ariki.

Local


Vaka Pride community strives and thrives

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

The Vaka Pride committee conducted the final judging for the period of March to June 2020 and yesterday the winners were announced at the Creative Centre.

Local


True basket of resilience

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands

Pa Enua growers find market in Rarotonga through climate change project aiming to strengthen island food sources and livelihoods.

Outer Islands


Alanna Smith: Getting creative with waste

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment

OPINION: Local businesses have joined hands to support Plastic Free July initiative.

Environment


NZ High Commission revamping dedication to fallen local soldiers

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local

New Zealand commissioned the carved gateway and memorial stone at the RSA cemetery to recognise the sacrifice 500 Cook Islanders made in World War 1, the largest Pacific contribution to the Great War.

Local


Ready for takeoff

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education

A number of school holiday programmes are keeping children busy.

Education


Working together to upskill workforce

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

The government’s Fee Free initiative offers a chance to those who may not have been able to study previously, to upskill and develop in their workplace.

Education


Cook Islands prioritises environment

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment

Cook Islands is one of a few island countries in the region to complete the development of their State of Environment Report, says the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme.

Environment


Road crash drivers pay costly fines

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A female driver who was under the influence of alcohol and crashed in Matavera has been ordered to pay a fine of $1200.

Crime


'No extension on helmets'

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local

Police will not accept any excuse from motorcyclists who fail to comply with the law when helmets are made compulsory on August 1.

Local


Leading the battle against Covid-19

Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health

Swift and decisive action was required when it became apparent Covid-19 was a global pandemic unlike any the world had ever seen in recent history.

Health


« Previous  1    434  435  436  437  438  439  440  441  442    1,901  Next »