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Descendants unveil WW1 veteran's grave
Thursday 13 September 2018 | Published in Local
The unveiling of the grave of World War One veteran, husband and father Polinahe Alapai, took place on Tuesday.
Repairs for town road
Thursday 13 September 2018 | Published in Local
Contractor Triad continued with road maintenance and repair works on behalf of ICI on the lagoon side of Maire Nui Drive in Avarua yesterday.
Visitors enjoy fine Raro weather
Thursday 13 September 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
About 150 passengers from cruise ship Paul Gauguin enjoyed a beautiful day on Rarotonga yesterday taking part in a number of activities around the island.
Building work delayed
Thursday 13 September 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Chinese government project to refurbish of the Ministry of Justice building, the police headquarters and the sports arena has been delayed.
Quick action prevents fire from growing
Thursday 13 September 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Swift action from the Rescue Fire Services doused a bush fire, which fire fighters say could easily have become catastrophic, in the Tutakimoa inland area yesterday morning.
Hand-made tivaivai to go on show in Perth
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Culture
Ina Bishop will take her tivaivai to display and sell at the Te Maeva Nui Cook Islands Cultural Festival in Perth on October 20 this year.
Fermented tea and soursop ice-cream full of goodness
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Local
Kombucha is an ancient fermented, sweet, sparkling tea which originated in China, Russia and parts of Europe. It can lay claim to many health benefits, the most common being that it is a probiotic and promotes general well-being.
Volunteer nurse aids desexing campaign
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Local
Ellie Whye arrived on Rarotonga after a snap decision to come to the island and assist with the dog desexing campaign, which is now well underway.
Jewellery-making relaxing experience
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Local
Jewellery-making is therapeutic. Every focused step requires concentration and the finished piece becomes your own wearable sculpture.
Students show passion for music
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
Another outstanding variety of music was presented by Tereora College Level 3 music students this week, showcasing their passion for singing and performing.
Careers seminar marks college commerce week
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
To mark the start of Commerce Week at Tereora College, students attended a careers seminar on Monday morning.
Four accidents continue road mayhem
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Crime
Following what was described as a “chaotic” week on the roads around Rarotonga last week, problems continued over the weekend, with four accidents reported from Friday to Sunday.
Tip-off puts prisoner back behind bars
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Crime
Escaped prisoner Taana John is back behind bars after being captured by police yesterday afternoon. Cook Islands Police Service spokesman Trevor Pitt said John had been apprehended thanks to a tip-off and swift action by three teams of officers.
Cargo adds $200,000 to TMN bill
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
Weeks after the last visiting Te Maeva Nui teams from the pa enua were farewelled from Rarotonga, a large amount of their cargo is still on the wharf, waiting to be transported to the northern islands.
Kiwi to head To Tatou Vai
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Local
The board of To Tatou Vai Ltd has appointed a chief executive.
Praise for stance on children's rights
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands is advanced in its application of the rights of children including health, education, social policies, water sanitation, “all the things that are important to grow healthy children,” says the newly-appointed UNICEF representative of Pacific Island countries, Sheldon Yett.
Busy month for police despite drop in burglaries
Wednesday 12 September 2018 | Published in Crime
More than 500 incidents were reported to the Cook Islands Police service last month, up from 363 in July and 259 in June.
Maori language guide takes out college contest
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Published in Education
A pocket guide to speaking Cook Islands Maori has taken out this year’s Dragons Den Young Enterprise contest.
Apii Nikao hosts university students
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Published in Education
Last week Apii Nikao year seven and eight students played host to a group of Auckland University students who hailed from all around the world including America, Italy, Hungary and England.
Prisoner flees jail
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Crime
Police have issued a photo of a man wanted for escaping from Arorangi prison yesterday morning.
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