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Visitors praise 'clean' Rarotonga
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Local
Maureen and her husband Donald Robertson have admired how clean Rarotonga is on their visit to the island.
Team monitors mosquito breeding grounds
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
With the recent heavy rain, the Ministry of Health has made an effort to increase surveillance activities on mosquito breeding places around the island.
Palmerston House foundation to be laid today
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
The Marsters families are enthused with the progress of the Palmerston House site since work started on February 4.
Minimum wage review starts
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Economy
On Wednesday February 6, the Minimum Wage Review Panel met for their initial meeting to prepare for the annual compulsory review of the minimum wage rate.
Day 14: Talbot hopes for the best
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
However, Talbot hopes for the best and strives to complete his journey for the Creative Learning Centre back in Rarotonga.
CI looks to boost Nordic relations
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Politics
Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand Elizabeth Wright-Koteka was delighted to join diplomatic representatives from Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Estonia for a combined Pacific/Nordic luncheon last Thursday.
Travel scheme sets up in CI
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The controversial multi-level marketing business, WorldVentures, has set up shop in the Cook Islands and already attracted some local members.
OSH policies set for feedback
Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Internal Affairs, with support from the its social partners, has released the draft policies regarding workplace safety and health.
Helping readers' sight with 840 pairs of glasses
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A Good Samaritan from Hawaii has secured about 840 pairs of reading glasses which will be given to people in need for free this Friday.
Call for better care of livestock
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is appalled at the lack of attention some livestock owners are giving to their animals.
DAY 13: $6400 raised so far for Creative Centre
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Creative Trail fundraiser James Talbot has so far raised more than $6400 towards the Creative Learning Centre in Rarotonga.
New advisor for Te Kukupa
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Crime
The Police Service Maritime Division has warmly welcomed the first Cook Islander to take up the role of Technical Advisor (TA) under the patrol boat programme.
Mama Tapu blessed to be 90
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Tapumanoanoa Andrew (nee Tinirau), affectionately known as Mama Tapu, was overwhelmed with the surprise 90th birthday organised by her family last week.
Tourism to host third global breakfast update
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is hosting their third Global Breakfast Update for 2018/19 on Thursday at 8am at the Edgewater Resort and Spa.
Wrecked vehicles a concern
Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Local
More than 1000 wrecked or abandoned vehicles on Rarotonga are waiting to be scrapped.
Cyclone dies out, danger remains
Monday 11 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Cook Islands may have avoided the brunt of ex tropical cyclone Neil, but the danger of another forming is still lurking.
Licence cards now available
Monday 11 February 2019 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Police Services has confirmed that the photo driver’s licence cards are now being issued.
Driving, assault cases top court list
Monday 11 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A number of driving related and assault matters were brought before the Cook Islands High Court last Thursday.
Fear over seabed minerals law
Sunday 10 February 2019 | Published in Environment
The perception that too much authority may be vested in the minister responsible is among wide-ranging public concerns raised over the controversial draft seabed minerals law.
A month in the life of a TIS intern
Saturday 9 February 2019 | Published in Environment
Jessie Nicholson has been with Te Ipukarea Society for a month and tells us about her experiences.
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