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Cruise visitors enjoy their day
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Light showers on Tuesday failed to dampen the spirit of cruise ship tourists, who enjoyed their day out in Rarotonga.
Lawyers celebrate landmark day
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Published in Local
There was plenty of cause for celebration on Monday morning when two local lawyers were admitted as barristers and solicitors of the High Court of the Cook Islands.
Tourism office nominated for prestigious prize
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation Australia has been nominated for the Best Tourist Office – International at the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) National Travel Industry Awards 2018.
Tereora College to perform in NZ today
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
The Tereora College cultural team is all set for their debut performance at the 2018 ASB Polyfest in Auckland, New Zealand today.
PSL sets date for resuming service
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Published in Local
The Tiare Taporo may be facing ongoing legal strife regarding the trespass notice served against it by the Ports Authority last month, but owners Pacific Schooners Limited (PSL) are still forging ahead with plans to prepare the vessel for trade by March 31.
'Solar mamas' return from school in India
Thursday 15 March 2018 | Published in Environment
The first Cook Islands first women to attend the Barefoot College in Rajastan, India, are coming home.
Longtime NZ Super campaigner 'delighted'
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Published in Politics
‘Lost Tribe’ campaign stalwart Les Priest says he’s “obviously delighted” that after years of fruitless lobbying for changes to the New Zealand pension eligibility laws, those rules will finally be altered in favour of realm countries such as the Cook Islands.
Creative Centre fundraiser
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
A Rotary-hosted quiz tomorrow night will be raising funds for the Creative Centre in Tupapa.
Pension portability changes 'best news yet'
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Politics
Last week while here in Rarotonga, New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern announced changes to the pension portability scheme.
Fire brigade seeks donors, volunteers
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Published in Local
The Teimurimotia Volunteer Fire Rescue Brigade (TVFRB) is seeking assistance from businesses in the Takitumu area for the construction of two new bays at their fire station in Titikaveka to house new firefighting vehicles due to arrive next month.
Southern islands keen on coconuts
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
It’s all about the coconuts. The Ministry of Agriculture is meeting this week with mayors and executive officers from all of the southern group islands to discuss implementation of their ‘Pa Enua Agriculture for Resilient Livelihoods’ (PEARL) programme.
Rarotonga expansion trims fire engines
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Published in Local
A volunteer fire brigade is adding two compact four-wheel drive fire engines to its fleet to allow crews to get closer to fires, as development on Rarotonga sees houses built higher into the hills and along tighter roads.
National goals 'off track'
Wednesday 14 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
A recent report has revealed that certain indicators measuring progress towards achieving 11 out of the 16 goals in the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP) are either “of concern” or “off track”.
Equality message reaches prime target
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Published in Local
Cook Islands National Council of Women president Vaine Wichman last week had the opportunity to reflect on the country’s progress in gender equality before an important audience: New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern and her high-powered delegation, including deputy prime minister Winston Peters.
MOT seeks help with quality management
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Local
The Ministry of Transport is looking at improving a number of its services and is seeking technical assistance to develop and implement its Quality Management System (QMS) and supporting policy and procedures for its maritime, aviation and corporate divisions.
Cable-laying work goes west
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Published in Local
Motorists are being reminded that movement around the west side of Rarotonga will be affected by a major cable replacement project being undertaken by Te Aponga Uira at the end of the month.
Hosking part of UN team in PNG
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islander Elizabeth Hosking is part of the United Nations Disaster Assessment and Coordination (UNDAC) team in Papua New Guinea for response to the recent earthquake.
Police to inspect WOF issuers
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Police yesterday began and auditing all business operators who have been licensed to issue Warrants of Fitness (WOF) for vehicles since July 2015.
Ugly seaweed washes up in Muri lagoon
Tuesday 13 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Current weather conditions are promoting the growth of seaweed (algae) which appears to be in bloom again in Muri lagoon.
Plenty of praise for 'reject' mural
Monday 12 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Andy Leleisi’uao’s “Mangere Aroha” received an overwhelming response in the opening exhibition at the Bergman Gallery on Thursday night.
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