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BTIB to roll out business seminar
Wednesday 5 April 2017 | Published in Local
The Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) is rolling out another workshop for small businesses interested in developing accounting skills.
Young stars ready to cook up a storm
Wednesday 5 April 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Four talented young chefs are to battle it out for the chance to be the first Cook Islander to go dish-to-dish against the best up-and-coming cooking talents in the world.
Gun amnesty about to end
Wednesday 5 April 2017 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands ranks as the sixth most armed population in the south west Pacific – that University of Sydney finding isn’t likely to change after Friday when the three-month gun amnesty expires.
Henry fires back over APS funds allegations
Wednesday 5 April 2017 | Published in Politics
The chairman of the Cook Islands Investment Corporation board Michael Henry has rejected the accuracy of an article that stated his organisation was involved in Aitutaki Power Station Authority (APS) activities.
Rakahanga gets message on violence from visitor
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Published in Outer Islands
On Thursday last week, the Rakahanga Vaine Tini joined with the Rakahanga Fishing Association members to hear a presentation from Cook Islands National Council of Women president Vaine Wichman on the main findings from Te Ata o te Ngakau’ report.
Northern visit proves timely
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Published in Local
Ministry of Marine Resources legal officer Myra Patai is visiting the Northern Cook Islands to discuss areas of importance the ministry believes should be included in the Marine Resources Sector Plan which is now under development.
Reaction to comments earns $250 fine
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Crime
A man who objected to another’s comments about his partner has been fined $250 for common assault, with an extra $50 in court costs.
Budget group gets down to work
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Published in Economy
The Budget Support Group (BSG) was established to provide support during the budget process in evaluating ministry and agency submissions and provide recommendations to cabinet.
Telecoms meeting off to a great start
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Pacific Islands Telecommunication Association (PITA) 21st annual general meeting and trade show got off to a positive note with high hopes of improving the industry in the region.
New hopes for Atiu scheme
Tuesday 4 April 2017 | Published in Local
Atiu businessman Roger Malcolm hopes the proposed revival of the Atiu retirement housing scheme for expats might finally gain some ground, eight years after it was first proposed.
Visitor lost friend, but found more
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Local
New Zealander John Carroll visited Rarotonga last week in search of his long-lost friend Tearii Pua-Tipokoroa.
PM speaks at PITA conference
Monday 3 April 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna is back in the country after attending the University of the South Pacific graduation in Suva, Fiji last week.
Locals wanted for new course
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Education
Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute (CITTI) is calling on potential students to register for a beauty, body and spa therapy course launching this month.
Dumped in spite of hard work
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Environment
They worked hard and by all accounts they did a good job, but the Aitutaki Power Station Authority Board still got dumped.
APS money Aitutaki's, says Mills
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Outer Islands
The former chairman of the Aitutaki Power Station Authority is adamant all funds accumulated by the entity from the island’s residents paying their power bills, rightfully belongs there.
Flower paintings on show
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Local
New Zealand-based Cook Islands artist Sylvia Marsters will launch an exciting new exhibition of her latest work at the Bergman Gallery, this Thursday.
Happy birthday Glenda - and thanks
Monday 3 April 2017 | Published in Local
Motone co-director Glenda Tuaine isn’t just talented at organising events and concerts, and being the master of ceremonies at them.
Punanga Nui favourite place to play
Sunday 2 April 2017 | Published in Local
Sisters Marie and Tehana Maruhi and their cousin Zion Peyroux say the Punanga Nui market playground is their favourite place to hang out after school.
The problem with Health...
Sunday 2 April 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Health
With health spending in the news recently, a CI News reader has contributed this feature which highlights deficiencies in the national health budget. The writer, who is well qualified to comment on this issue, has asked not to be named. He says Health spending is currently $10 million below recommended minimum
Puna in Fiji for USP graduation
Sunday 2 April 2017 | Published in Local
A total of 1680 students of the University of the South Pacific (USP) in Fiji graduated at the Vodafone Arena in Laucala, Suva on March 31
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