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Huawei block has 'minimal' impact
Monday 3 December 2018 | Published in Technology
New Zealand’s decision to block a proposal to use telecommunications equipment made by China’s Huawei because of national security concerns will have little impact on the Cook Islands, says Bluesky country manager Phillip Henderson.
Conservation highlight of Tiraa's career
Monday 3 December 2018 | Published in Local
Ana Tiraa will be the next guest speaker at the USP-Plus monthly meeting to be held on Wednesday.
Venue to be transformed for UB40
Monday 3 December 2018 | Published in Local
If you are going to next year’s UB40 concert at the National Auditorium, you’re in for a treat.
Palmerston celebrates university graduate
Monday 3 December 2018 | Published in Education
The Palmerston Island community celebrated University of the South Pacific (USP) student Teriimaevarua Mehau Marsters achievement on Friday with a ceremony held at Palmerston Lucky School where the Executive Officer Arthur Neale a USP alumni presented her Certificate in Early Childhood Education Level 3.
Our Reihana talent show finalist
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Miss Cook Islands Reihana Koteka-Wiki finished as one of the top 18 finalists in the talent show at Miss World Pageant on Monday night.
Course a step forward
Friday 30 November 2018 | Published in Crime
A small step towards shaping a better driving culture on Rarotonga has been made with the introduction of a new Cook Islands Police Service-driven rider education course for young motorcycle drivers.
Call for increased HIV testing
Friday 30 November 2018 | Published in Health
AS the 30th World AIDS Day is commemorated on Saturday, UNAIDS is making a global call for increased access to HIV testing and increased uptake of HIV testing.
Large CI delegation at blue economy meeting
Friday 30 November 2018 | Published in Economy
A large delegation of Cook Islands government officials from the environment, marine and seabed mineral sectors, together with representatives from Te Ipukarea Society and Korero o te Orau attended a three day conference in Nairobi, Kenya, on the role of the Blue Economy in advancing the achievement of sustainable development and the 2030 Agenda.
TMV legal battle will cost taxpayer: Maoate
Friday 30 November 2018 | Published in Politics
Mounting water project costs and the prospect of expensive, lengthy legal action against a major Chinese company, reinforces the widespread belief that government’s culture of subterfuge – ongoing cover-ups and lack of transparency, will in turn punish the taxpayers of this country for years, says Democratic Party Opposition leader Terepai Maoate.
UN rep presents credentials
Friday 30 November 2018 | Published in Politics
The newly-appointed United Nations (UN) resident coordinator and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) resident representative Dr Simona Marinescu on Monday presented her credentials to prime minister Henry Puna.
PM's partner makes 'fishy' visit to Raro
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
Clarke Gayford, who hosts TV series Fish of the Day and is also the partner of New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern, has made a brief visit to our shores to film fishing in the Cook Islands.
$10m grant may go to TMV
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Financial secretary Garth Henderson says a recently-announced $10 million grant from China may be able to be used to remedy problems with stage one of the Te Mato Vai project.
Marlin takes top prize for the heaviest fish
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Angler Sheafer Richards reeled in a 74.1kg marlin and took out the CITC Liquor and Cook Islands Game Fishing Club competition on Saturday.
Confirmation shows real commitment
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Families and friends gathered at the St Joseph’s Catholic Cathedral in Avarua to witness 25 young adult candidates receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Govt ponders TMV legal action
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Government is considering legal action after “friendly consultation” with contractor China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) over issues with Te Mato Vai project failed.
Schools say it with flowers
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Nine schools took part in the final day of judging for the Te Mire Tiare festival yesterday.
PM cuts ribbon to launch Mangaia power plant
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government of the Cook Islands led the commissioning of the Mangaia solar power plant yesterday.
Blue invader no threat to humans
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Published in Environment
Thousands of small blue jellyfish-like creatures known as “By-the-Wind Sailor” were spotted washed ashore along the beach between the Fishing Club and Club Raro yesterday.
'Reckless' drink driver cops warning
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Published in Crime
A male tourist who posted a video on Facebook of himself driving recklessly, drinking, speeding, not wearing a helmet and performing off-road stunts has been let off with a warning, provoking anger on social media from locals.
Date urged for Ivirua by-election
Wednesday 28 November 2018 | Published in Politics
Democratic opposition leader Terepai Maoate is urging the Speaker of the House to confirm and publicly announce a date for the Ivirua constituency by-election.
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