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Busy day in court for JP
Friday 10 August 2018 | Published in Crime
Around 39 criminal cases were brought before Justice of the Peace John Whitta yesterday, including three custody and sentencing hearings.
Tour operators onboard for better safety standards
Friday 10 August 2018 | Published in Environment
Recent concerns raised regarding the dangers of increased aqua tourism activity at Avaavaroa passage seem to have now led to real progress, with the passing of official legislation the final goal.
Rare absence from port for Tiare Taporo
Friday 10 August 2018 | Published in Environment
Notably absent from the port of Avatiu at present is a vessel which at one point threatened to become a permanent fixture after being left immobile at the wharf for almost two years.
Key CIP positions to be contested
Friday 10 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Nominations are open for the top roles in the governing Cook Islands Party (CIP) in the lead up to its conference on Monday next week.
Burglaries worry leaders
Friday 10 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
The House of Ariki is concerned with the escalating rate of burglaries on Rarotonga, especially those committed by juveniles.
Old machinery still a mystery
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Local
A collection of what appears to be parts from an early printing press leaning against a tree in the grounds of Takamoa Theological College has attracted new interest from Cook Islands Christian Church general secretary Nga Mataio.
TMN prize clarified
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Culture
A story titled, “Puaikura takes top Maeva Nui prize” published in CINews on Tuesday, August 7 edition, said Rarotonga’s Vaka Puaikura had taken out the Terepai “Sunai” Matapo Trophy for the overall Te Maeva Nui cultural championships.
Crew returns to complete test of landing system
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Local
A specialised calibration aircraft was expected to be back on the job testing Rarotonga International Airport’s new $2 million instrument landing system this week.
Meet our Miss Cook Islands finalists
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Local
Here is another profile on one of the 2018 Miss Cook Islands finalists.
Raro identity to share her life story
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Local
Rarotonga identity Noeline Browne will share her early memories of life in Manu’a, the family home in Taputapuatea at the USP plus meeting at the USP Campus in Takamoa next Wednesday.
Herrmann chairs important regional meeting
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade secretary Tepaeru Herrmann is chairing the 2018 Pre-Forum Meeting of the Forum Officials Committee in Samoa this week.
MOU for agriculture ministry to work with Pa Enua
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the southern group islands government and Ministry of Agriculture aimed at achieving part of the country’s National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP), was signed last week.
Te Maeva Nui 2018 - 'the best party ever'
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Published in Culture
The best party ever! That’s the feedback the Ministry of Cultural Development (MOCD) has been receiving on this year’s Te Maeva Nui celebrations, which ended on Monday with an official closing ceremony in the National Auditorium after 10 days of festivities.
Island roads past 'use by'
Thursday 9 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s roads are way past their “use by” date and will continue to deteriorate, especially after heavy downpours, unless they are resealed.
Puaikura takes top Maeva Nui prize
Wednesday 8 August 2018 | Published in Culture
Rarotonga’s Vaka Puaikura has taken out the Terepai ‘Sunai’ Matapo Trophy for the overall Te Maeva Nui cultural championships.
BTIB assists Friendly Mart
Tuesday 7 August 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) has stepped in to assist the operators of Friendly Mart, which was destroyed by fire in June this year.
Quick arrest of burglary suspect
Tuesday 7 August 2018 | Published in Crime
Police detectives have arrested a 17-year-old male in connection with burglaries that occurred at two major Avarua businesses in the early hours of last Thursday.
Japan hands over fire trucks to Teimurimotia
Tuesday 7 August 2018 | Published in Local
The Teimurimotia fire rescue station took ownership of two pump trucks and a tank truck from the Japanese government at a handover ceremony on Saturday, August 4.
Happy birthday Cook Islands!
Tuesday 7 August 2018 | Published in Culture
The 53rd anniversary of Cook Islands independence has gifted the country with a trail of milestones its people can be proud of, says Prime Minister Henry Puna.
Cultural festival action continues
Tuesday 7 August 2018 | Published in Culture
The feast of Cook Islands dancing and music continued at the National Auditorium on Thursday night, with another large crowd turning out to enjoy Cook Islands culture at its best.
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