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Moana keen to develop youth

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Moana is one of a growing number of Cook Islanders bucking the trend by returning to the Cook Islands after having studied, lived and worked in New Zealand and Australia.

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Australia boosts local water safety

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Cook Islands Water Safety and Surf Life Saving Council received another huge boost to community water safety with the delivery of rescue boards and resuscitation masks from Australia.

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Researchers fight Pacific obesity and NCDs

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Four young Pacific health researchers are working with Pacific teens and their communities to help break the intergenerational cycle of obesity and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

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When things go bump in the night

Monday 12 June 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local

During a stormy night on Sunday the Lady Moana copped a pounding from not only the weather – but a barge that broke free from its moorings.

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Justice breaks law to run courts

Monday 12 June 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local

A lack of funding by the government means the Ministry of Justice is struggling to provide quality services to Cook Islanders.

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Fun and games at annual triathlon

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Apii Te Uki Ou pupils had a wonderful time at their annual school triathlon held yesterday at Ngatangiia Park.

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Small shop with some big ideas

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

A Nikao resident has made turning the big “five-oh” an enjoyable event, giving herself a very different gift in the form of her own standalone shop.

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What to do with leftover cooking oil

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

This weekly column is supplied by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with conservation and environmental issues of concern to the Cook Islands.

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Opera recitals hit the high notes

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Sold-out houses for the BCI Opera in Rarotonga shows reinforce that the events are exceptionally popular with people on the island.

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First debate declared a success

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands’ first Speaker’s Debate took place on Wednesday night at the National Auditorium and was a resounding success.

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Survey aids ship navigation

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Mariners travelling to the Cook Islands will soon be able to use more accurate nautical charts, which will be updated using findings from a hydrographic survey completed recently by the New Zealand Defence Force.

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E-bikes the way to ride...

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Ride Rarotonga is offering an alternative for anyone wanting to roam the island, explore, and get from A to B – with minimal effect on the environment.

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Young Georgia cares about our environment

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Georgia might not yet by 19, but she has already been a mother to many… chickens. Some even have names, such as Bob and Kevin!

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The special bond behind enforcement of drug laws

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Say hello to man’s best friends – unless you happen to be smuggling drugs.

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Fined for driving offences a year apart

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Resina McBirney was convicted and fined $500 when she appeared before Justice of the Peace, Tangi Taoro in the High Court in Avarua on Wednesday, charged with two separate offences, committed a year apart.

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Meet 'eyes and ears' of our police service

Monday 12 June 2017 | Published in Local

Being the “eyes and ears’’ of the Cook Islands Police Service and monitoring the community and all its movements and activities is a key responsibility.

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TIS condemns Trump's climate change decision

Monday 12 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Local environmental group Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) has condemned US president Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate change agreement.

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Police cop flak over fight night

Monday 12 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

A director of On The Rocks Nightclub claims police actions on Saturday last week almost jeopardised their inaugural Fight Night event which featured boxing and Muay Thai boxing bouts.

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Koutu Nui supports gun amnesty

Friday 9 June 2017 | Published in Local

The Koutu Nui has lent its support to the work carried out by the Police Commissioner in implementing the latest gun amnesty.

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Contestant out to expand horizons

Friday 9 June 2017 | Published in Local

Nooroa is the fourth of eight siblings, and she tells me she’s the shyest. She joined the pageant to meet new people, expand her horizons and build her self-confidence.

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