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PM launches our week of flowers
Monday 27 November 2017 | Published in Local
The prime minister Henry Puna officially announced the opening of the 2017 Te Tiare festival at a ceremony outside the National Auditorium on Thursday.
Top students in speech contest
Monday 27 November 2017 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Environment Service (NES) in partnership with the Tauranga Vananga (Ministry of Cultural Development) will be holding a Rarotonga Schools Tiare Week Maori Speech competition on Monday November 17, under the Dome at the National Auditorium.
Punanga Nui market turns 25
Friday 24 November 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Punanga Nui Market was opened with all the pomp and ceremony fit for a king, or at least an heir to the throne, when Prince Edward cut the ribbon in 1992.
Auditorium notches up 25 years
Friday 24 November 2017 | Published in Local
Twenty-five years after their opening, the National Auditorium and the Te Puna Korero Complex continue to give back to the Cook Islands community as both celebrate anniversaries today.
Paddle Art show opening tonight
Friday 24 November 2017 | Published in Local
The work of more than 20 Cook Islands and New Zealand artists will go on display at the Beachcomber Pearl Market in Taputapuatea today to celebrate the start of the Vaka Eiva paddling festival.
Resort offers work experience
Friday 24 November 2017 | Published in Local
The Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG), recently extended an offer to local high school students interested in gaining practical work experience during the school holidays.
Bright new art for shelter
Friday 24 November 2017 | Published in Local
Arorangi residents and frequent passers-by would have noticed the newly-painted bus shelter opposite the Edgewater Resort and Spa, but not many might know how the bright new artwork came about.
Vaka Pride contest in seventh round
Friday 24 November 2017 | Published in Local
The Vaka Pride competition is heading to the seventh round of prizes since launching back in 2015 – but this time the contest has changed a little.
Colours and a smile brighten the day
Friday 24 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Vendors put on a bright smile to lighten up the mood during gloomy weather yesterday at the Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) Go Local Trade Day.
Muri drowning victims identified
Friday 24 November 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
One of the two men who drowned at Muri lagoon Wednesday morning has now been identified as US Republican State Representative for South Dakota, Craig Tieszen, 68.
Water levels remain critical
Friday 24 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Water capacity at the catchments around the island remain at a critical level despite the rainy spell this month.
Draft policy for caregivers up for scrutiny
Friday 24 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Ministry of Internal Affairs has completed the Cook Islands National Caregivers Draft Policy and has made it available for people to comment.
Crimes Bill prompts robust discussion
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Family Welfare Association (CIFWA) hosted an information session regarding the new Crimes Bill yesterday.
Aitutaki airport marks 75th year
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Aitutaki airport was built in turbulent times during World War Two, and in its heyday was even visited by internationally-known movie stars.
Busy start to week for police
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Published in Local
It’s been a busy week so far for police on the island with a variety of cases being followed up. A laptop was reported missing from a tourist accommodation in Muri on the weekend and police are continuing inquiries.
Farming teaches family
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Published in Local
A single Mangaian mum of four is managing to balance teaching her family about the climate change with successfully maintaining their farming livelihood.
Two drown in attempt to cross reef
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
A small group of visiting family and friends are today coming to terms with a tragedy following the death of two members of their wedding party yesterday morning at Muri Lagoon.
Tiare festival colourful boost for island
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Published in Local
An abundance of colours, natural flora and fragrances will fill the air this week, with the opening of the annual Tiare Festival.
Tourism to work on noise issue
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation says it will work with key stakeholders to ensure issues that annoy some visitors, such as too much noise late at night, are addressed.
Badminton win excites pupils
Wednesday 22 November 2017 | Published in Local
Shuttles were flying high at the inaugural Primary School Badminton Tournament held at the Bluesky Arena last Friday, but not as high the level of excitement among St Josephs School pupils when they were announced the Overall Champions for 2017.
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