National
Fire razes Aitutaki resort units
Tuesday 31 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
An electrical fault in a kitchen appliance is thought to have caused a fire which completely destroyed three accommodation units and a beach bar at the Aitutaki Lagoon Private Island Resort on Sunday afternoon.
Rakei Manava turns on inspiring show
Monday 30 July 2018 | Published in Culture
The National Auditorium was full of excitement and anticipation as the Rakei Manava event got underway on Saturday.
Warm welcome for Miss CI seven
Monday 30 July 2018 | Published in Local
Miss Cook Islands 2018 contestants made their first public appearance at the Rakei Manava event to an eager crowd who roared with support and excitement as each of the contestants introduced themselves.
Vandalised signs threaten public safety
Monday 30 July 2018 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Water Safety and Surf Life Saving Council is “very disappointed” with the actions of some reckless people.
Koutu Nui weigh in on Avana issue
Monday 30 July 2018 | Published in Local
Increased foreign investment is not the answer to sustainable domestic development for the indigenous people of the Cook Islands, says Koutu Nui president Terea Mataiapo Paul Allsworth.
Hostel means team can stay in one location
Monday 30 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Culture
The team from Atiu and their supporters are enjoying their new accommodation on Rarotonga for the first time during a Te Maeva Nui celebration.
Five arrested after police target burglars
Monday 30 July 2018 | Published in Crime
Targeted operations by the police have nabbed five people for burglary and other crimes as well as netting a further four offenders connected to around 12 stolen electronic items.
Coroner looks into road death
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
The Cook Islands coroner is looking into the death of a man in a road accident earlier this week.
CI artefacts in hot demand
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
A collection of Cook Islands artefacts has fetched 25 times more than its original value at an auction in Kent, England.
Lighting skills of QR save the day...
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Published in Culture
The lighting of the Te Maeva Nui flame at Government House yesterday morning almost struck a snag after Queen’s Representative Tom Marsters pulled out box of matches to light it – and found only one match inside.
PM declares Te Maeva Nui open
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Published in Culture
Prime minister Henry Puna opened Te Maeva Nui 2018 yesterday, calling it a time to “reignite national pride by celebrating our oneness and our achievements”.
Join the battle against plastic bottles
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Published in Environment
Te Ipukarea Society is working on a new campaign called “Plastic Battle.”
Ambitious plan unveiled
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
Outer islands residents have suffered “economic vacancy” in silence for far too long, while Rarotonga and Aitutaki enjoy the bounty of “developed” status economy without them, says Merchant of Paradise Fred Webb. Webb is calling for support for Merchant of Paradise’s ambitious development plan for the outer islands, in partnership with Chinese interests under One China Policy (OCP).
Medal marks officer's 15 years of service
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
History and family were the key themes of messages at a special medal ceremony at Ngatipa on Thursday when Lieutenant Commander Kerry Driver was presented with the New Zealand Armed Forces Award.
New holiday programme at Te Uki Ou
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
A new holiday programme at Apii Te Uki Ou is helping keep Rarotonga kids active while on the current three-week school break.
Parade issues anger crowds
Saturday 28 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Culture
Rarotonga residents have aired their frustrations online after problems with yesterday’s long-awaited Te Maeva Nui parade.
CITC opens Matavera store
Friday 27 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
The latest Cook Islands Trading Corporation venture, “KAPS Matavera”, was officially opened on a wet Wednesday afternoon.
Salads tasty and good for you, too
Friday 27 July 2018 | Published in Local
On my weekly visit to the Punanga Nui market one recent Saturday I called at the Oasis Hydroponics stall and spoke to manager Jakub Postrzygacz.
GCF reaches out to northern people
Friday 27 July 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) team in the Cook Islands has been meeting up with people from the northern group here for Te Maeva Nui celebrations, to consult with them regarding the development of the country programme.
Float parade starts festival in style
Friday 27 July 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Culture
Today’s Te Maeva Nui float parade with feature a total of 38 floats and is guaranteed to be plenty of fun.
« Previous 1 … 634 635 636 637 638 639 640 641 642 … 1,904 Next »