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Survey winner takes home a black pearl
Tuesday 17 April 2018 | Published in Local
Kiwi tourist Janine Hyde has won a black pearl pendant for her participation in the online International Visitor Survey (IVS).
Under spend issues complex says Wichman
Tuesday 17 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Local economist Vaine Wichman says the reason a substantial part of the capital expenditure budget has not been spent by the government is based on complex issues involving land and community feedback.
Less mud-slinging forecast
Tuesday 17 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The early election should bring the best out of the contesting politicians and parties, says local economist Vaine Wichman.
Thieves may have eyes in the skies
Tuesday 17 April 2018 | Published in Crime
Concerned locals are asking for tougher regulations to be imposed on drone owners in the Cook Islands after $600 was allegedly stolen from tourists staying in Vaimaanga.
More funding to go round
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Economy
Registered Civil Society organisations have been invited by the Social Impact Fund (SIF) to appeal for project funding in six designated priority areas.
Cook Islands at Indigenous Tourism Summit
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Economy
Cook Islander Ani Katu is representing the nation at the current World Indigenous Tourism Summit 2018, hosted by New Zealand Maori Tourism in conjunction with the World Indigenous Tourism Alliance (WINTA).
Govt confirms shipping subsidy
Monday 16 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The government has confirmed the availability of a shipping subsidy for vessels servicing the northern group islands, with the first subsidised voyage having taken place earlier this month.
Goats mauled to death
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands SPCA has called for dog owners to ensure that their animals have been neutered and are being properly cared for after six goats were mauled to death in Kavera earlier this month.
Cook Islands economy strongest in South Pacific
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Economy
A recent report released by the Asian Development Bank has indicated that the Cook Islands economy continues to be the strongest performing in the South Pacific.
Ministers to stay in Rarotonga
Monday 16 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna and his cabinet ministers will remain home this week.
Opposition ready for elections
Monday 16 April 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
“We are more than ready!” Those were the words of opposition deputy leader and spokesperson James Beer following last week’s announcement of an early general election on June 14.
Police respond to public criticism
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Crime
Cook Islands Police Commissioner Maara Tetava has come out strongly against criticism levelled at the police service in a recent issue of CINews.
Fisherman rescues three teens
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Local
Local fisherman George Koteka may very well have saved the lives of three teenagers who got themselves into trouble in the waters off Arorangi last Friday.
Demos standing up against corruption
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Politics
In the lead-up to the June 14 general election, the Democratic Party has promised to establish an independent committee against corruption.
Healthy living focus of pupil's speeches
Monday 16 April 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Education
Titikaveka College students took part in a Maori speech contest recently.
French patrol boat to call at Rarotonga
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Local
The Tahiti-based French Navy patrol boat Arago will make a stop at Avatiu Harbour from April 19 to 21.
From Italy to Mangaia
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
In February this year, 18 members of the Heather family were in Mangaia to restore the gravesites of their Italian tupuna Iosepha Joseph Agostini and his wife Vaine Uaa.
Huge support for college cultural show
Monday 16 April 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Culture
An energetic display of Cook Islands culture was presented last night at the National Auditorium as Tereora College held their annual anau cultural concert.
Nature-based solutions for septic waste
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Environment
This weekly column is supplied by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with environmental and conservation matters of concern to the Cook Islands.
Closing date set for candidates
Monday 16 April 2018 | Published in Politics
The closing date for nominating candidates entering the 2018 General Election has been set for April 30, with each applicant also required to pay $500.
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