National

MPs learn to be more effective

Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Peter Marshall challenged local Members of Parliament (MPs) to be on top of their game when it comes to scrutinising bills and attending select committee hearings.

Politics


Trip to Penryhn proves problematic

Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Published in Outer Islands

A shark researcher is one of several people stranded on Rarotonga because of the lack of a regular shipping service to Penrhyn.

Outer Islands


High seas threaten harbor

Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Published in Weather

Sea swells could force the closure of Avatiu Harbour this week, raising questions about the fate of the Tiare Taporo, which remains moored at the wharf despite promises from its owners that it would be back in service early this year.

Weather


Tender open for telecoms cable project

Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The tender for supply and installation of a submarine cable system which is expected to bring faster and more affordable internet to the Cook Islands, is now open.

Local

Mama Mousie's incredible fight for life

Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Published in Local

This time two years ago, “Mama Mousie” began the flight for her life.

Local


Traditional dance school on the cards

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Local

Seasoned traditional dancer Pastor Ngarima George is looking for opportunities to pass on his knowledge – and is thinking that setting up a dance school might be a good way to go.

Local

Tax reporting software selected

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands government has selected Digimap Ltd to provide a software solution and services to meet the country’s Automatic Exchange of Information for tax purposes (AEOI) reporting commitments.

Local

College starts year with pupil increase

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Education

Araura College has started on their voyage of learning this year with more pupils than it has had for some years.

Education


Depressions pose no threat

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Weather

Despite the presence of two tropical depressions in the Southwest Pacific this week, the Cook Islands are not at risk from a cyclone, says the Met Office.

Weather

Top NZ movie screens for Waitangi Day

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Local

The most critically acclaimed home grown New Zealand movie that pulled in audiences in New Zealand, Australia and America, will be shown in the Cook Islands for the first time on Friday night. The Hunt For The Wilderpeople, the zany adventure comedy directed by Taika Waititi, New Zealand’s hottest director right now,will be screened to mark Waitangi Day, and as a fundraiser for the Aotearoa Society.

Local


Atiuans give thanks for funeral help

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Outer Islands

The secretary of the Atiu community has extended a big meitaki to all of those who help organise the funeral of the late Ada Teaupurepure Rongomatane Ariki.

Outer Islands


'Watershed moment' for Marae Moana

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Local

Prime minister Henry Puna says it was “a watershed moment” when the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) to the Marae Moana Council had its first meeting the week before last.

Local


Police to clarify dog legislation

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Local

As the debate over dog registrations on Rarotonga rumbles on, the police have conceded that “legal clarifications” over the legislation that governs pet ownership are required.

Local

Debate on mental health issues

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Health

Prominent members of the community and the health sector will air their views on how effectively mental health issues are being addressed in the Cook Islands at a Speaker’s debate on Thursday.

Health


Workshop helps MPs prepare for next sitting

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Cook Islands Parliament will run a two-day bills workshop starting today at the Crown Beach Resort and Spa in Arorangi.

Politics

'Diversity' college theme for the year

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Education

Students wearing freshly-ironed uniforms were welcomed back to Titikaveka College on Monday to begin the new school year.

Education


Proud Palmerstonians

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Education

A group of Palmerston students in Rarotonga have made their families at home very proud, having recently attained NCEA qualifications at Levels 1 and 2 in various subjects.

Education


Scholarship for aspiring vets

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Education

A scholarship covering academic fees is being offered to would-be veterinary nurses in Rarotonga.

Education

Jasons extend footprint in the Pacific

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Rarotonga-based Jasons Travel Media (Jasons) continues to extend its footprint in the Pacific after launching the first Jasons’ American Samoa visitor map which will be available in market from this month.

Local

Low-cost garden fun to make

Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Published in Environment

A keyhole garden is a low cost home garden that is not only fun to make but very effective in producing a variety of yummy and nutritious vegetables.

Environment


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