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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.
Police aim to build on burglary drop
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Published in Crime
Police want to capitalise on the significant drop in reported burglaries last month by continuing to crack down on known offenders and encouraging ways the community can help stop the offending.
Plans to revive teachers' union
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Published in Education
A teachers’ union meeting, to be held this Wednesday will be the first of its kind for many years.
Airport eyes first 'master plan'
Tuesday 11 September 2018 | Published in Local
For the first time in its 44-year history, Rarotonga International Airport is looking to put together a master plan that will help guide the facility’s future development.
Schools dress up for Literacy Week
Monday 10 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
To mark the end of Literacy Week, a number of schools in Rarotonga took the opportunity to dress up as their favourite characters, from superheroes and princesses to pirates and scary monsters.
First night of judging for Miss Cook Islands
Monday 10 September 2018 | Published in Local
The search for Miss Cook Islands 2018 got down to business on Saturday night with the first evening of competition at the National Auditorium.
Best young writers honoured
Monday 10 September 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
To close Literacy Week on Friday, the country’s best young writers were honoured at a special ceremony.
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