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Motivational speakers feature at gala dinner
Monday 3 September 2018 | Published in Local
An interesting line up of local and international speakers will be the highlight of a gala charity dinner and motivational evening to be held at the newly-established Laguna Restaurant in Titikaveka tonight.
Prison service gets a new name
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Crime
The Cook Islands prison and probation service will be renamed as a new agency, the Department of Corrective Services.
Palau can teach us some lessons
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Environment
The Ipukarea Society is implementing a Global Environment Facility, Small Grants Community-Based Adaptation to Climate Change project in the Cook Islands, Tokelau, and Niue.
Call for action on water safety
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation has called an urgent meetings to discuss water safety guidelines and an improvement in the handling of visitor safety.
Traditional baskets come with a “twist”
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Local
Mata George started selling his expertly-woven kikau baskets almost as soon as his display, opposite CITC Liquor was set up last Saturday.
Travelling the world, thumbs out
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Local
Hitchhikers Lena Beier from Germany, Martyna Ksiazek from Poland and Cassandra Martin from London did not know each other before they met at the International Backpackers in Arorangi last week.
Island draws family 'home'
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Health
Dr Isaac Warbrick has moved to Rarotonga with his wife and family for three months.
Minister visits agricultural sites on island
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Published in Politics
New Agriculture minister Rose Brown visited a number of agricultural establishments on Friday, including an organic fertiliser company, some schools, a hydroponic farm and vanilla orchard.
High tea spreads the love for mamas
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
“I am humbled by the generosity and love shown to our mamas today,” said a tearful Mama Nga Teao Papatua.
Pupils learn importance of biodiversity
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
Apii Nikao pupils are learning about biodiversity (the variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat such as Rarotonga’s lagoon), as part of a school-wide theme this term.
Library fund donation great start for literacy week
Saturday 1 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
In the lead-up to National Literacy Week which starts on Monday, Nukutere College has received a donation towards the purchase of new library books.
Pa shares knowledge on 'medicine walk'
Thursday 30 August 2018 | Published in Environment
To deal with a recent case of chicken pox on the island Pa Teuraa mixed up a blend of noni leaves, chilli and cider vinegar.
Resort reaches out to the community
Thursday 30 August 2018 | Published in Local
A member of the Creative Centre is now working part time on work experience, at the Pacific Resort.
Weaver looks forward to fashion event
Thursday 30 August 2018 | Published in Culture
Design is in her blood, and weaving is her passion.
Lagoon check results out soon
Thursday 30 August 2018 | Published in Environment
The Mei Te Vai Ki Te Vai project will release full results of its environmental investigations in September, the latest project management news update says.
One-vote Mauke win will stand, court decides
Thursday 30 August 2018 | Published in Politics
The cliffhanger general election result in Mauke, which saw the Cook Islands Party’s Tai Tura win the seat by one vote, will stand, the High Court has decided.
Met service has a say at Fiji meeting
Wednesday 29 August 2018 | Published in Weather
Met service director Arona Ngari earlier this month attended a weather conference in Fiji where he contributed to discussions on education training for Met Service personnel, particularly in the maritime and aviation industries.
Fudge always a firm favourite
Wednesday 29 August 2018 | Published in Local
The Cooks Fudge Factory’s reputation often precedes them, and has spread possibly all the way around the world, as visitors come to buy the retail outlet’s indulgent treats.
Pupils get to grips with the great outdoors…
Wednesday 29 August 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
This happy bunch of Year 5 and 6 students from Apii Nikao were spotted down at Blackrock yesterday morning.
Atiu journals gifted to island museum
Wednesday 29 August 2018 | Published in Culture
Atiu resident Roger Malcolm has handed over a set of 40 issues of the Atiu Journal to Mareta Atetu, Atiu's Tourism officer and keeper of the Atiu Museum and Library.
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