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Chancellor for last time at Marshall Islands ceremony
Thursday 25 May 2017 | Published in Local
In his last role as USP Chancellor, Cook Islands prime minister Henry Puna conferred certificates and degrees on 46 graduates from the University of the South Pacific’s Republic of the Marshall Islands campus this week.
Early election 'unlikely' – Brown
Thursday 25 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Politics
The result of the RAPPA by-election makes it very unlikely there will be an early general election in the Cook Islands.
Mamas left reeling after France visit
Thursday 25 May 2017 | Published in Local
A group of elderly Cook Islands fabric artists are reeling after a long-awaited commemorative trip to London and France left them virtually penniless, distraught over having to forfeit their works of art because of unpaid accommodation and a litany of broken promises they claim were made by the trip organiser, artist Nia-Val Tali.
A great day for all in the Rutaki Fishing Competition
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Published in Local
After many weeks of delays, the Rutaki Fishing Club competition finally took place at the Rutaki passage last Saturday. A fun day to be had by all who attended and those who keenly watched from the beaches.
Windy and wet weather expected
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The weather office yesterday issued a strong wind warning for all southern Cooks waters.
Man hurt in town road crash
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Published in Local
Police are investigating a road accident yesterday that led to an elderly man being taken to Rarotonga hospital.
Stanford students journey of a lifetime
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Published in Local
An open day was held yesterday on the Sea Educational Association’s (SEA) Sailing School Vessel (SSV), Brigantine Robert C Seamans at Avatiu Harbour.
TIS to hold its AGM today
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Local environmental group Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) is inviting the members of the public to be part of its Annual General Meeting (AGM) today.
Local official attends NZ rescue conference
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Published in Local
Ministry of Transport compliance manager Junior Ngatokorua is part of the regional delegation attending the Pacific Search and Rescue Conference which is underway in Auckland, New Zealand.
Wear pink to end bullying
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Rotaract Rarotonga will be celebrating Pink Shirt Day this Friday to raise awareness against bullying at schools, workplaces and in communities.
Good news Budget for those with children
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
People eligible for a child benefit are in for “a considerable increase” in next month’s Budget.
Trust gives northern students a helping hand
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
Tereora College Staff Room was full to overflowing on May 12 as students from the Northern Group and their guardians gathered for the presentation of awards from the Northern Group Education Trust.
Technology staff take a 'sneak peek' at work space
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
Staff of Tereora College’s faculty of technology visited the project site this week to view the learning spaces they will be occupying from February 2018.
Police officers celebrate their promotion
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
A presentation of warrants marked the promotion of three police officers last week.
Short term permit scheme to continue
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
Despite a low response to the Short Term Employment Permit for New Zealand passport holders pilot programme in its first six months, the government has decided to keep the programme open for the next six months to cover a possible shortage of workers over the tourist season.
Another 'last chance' for regular offender
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
Gaps in the Cook Island justice system were once again a topic of discussion in the High Court last week.
Open day tour on SEA vessel
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
An open day will be held today on the Sea Educational Association’s (SEA) Sailing School Vessel (SSV) Brigantine Robert C Seamans at Avatiu Harbour from 1 to 4pm.
There's a wasp invasion out west!
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Published in Local
An invasion of wasps on the western side of the island has created an overload of work for a Rarotonga pest control expert.
Controversial yacht set to go
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
One of the Cooks Islands longest-staying guests, the yacht Zangano - is nearing the end of its time in our waters.
Gun amnesty extended in bid to tighten control
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Police are widening and extending the firearms amnesty introduced earlier this year in a bid to get control of guns in the country.
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