National

Water tanks and a boat for Tamarua

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local

THE people of Tamarua in Mangaia now have access to clean drinking water thanks to Climate Change Cook Islands Strengthening the Resilience of our Islands and our Communities to Climate Change (SRIC-CC) staff.

Local


War memories run deep

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Joe Marsters and Keu Tangimataiti walk into the newsroom with a glow on their faces.

Local


Cost of petrol drops again

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local

Reductions in the maximum wholesale and retail prices for petrol and LPG on Rarotonga and all islands except Aitutaki have been announced by the Price Tribunal.

Local

Visit strengthens our ties with PNG

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local

The new Papua New Guinea High Commissioner to New Zealand, Brigadier General Francis Agwi, presented his credentials to Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna at the Office of the Prime Minister yesterday.

Local

Police toughen up on drink-driving

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Local

Police are fed up with motorists ignoring warnings about drink driving and say anyone caught driving under the influence of alcohol will face the full force of the law.

Local


PM's nephew jailed for 'up-skirt' filming

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Published in Crime

A nephew of prime minister Henry Puna has been jailed for 20 months in New Zealand after being caught seeking out young women in shopping malls and filming up their skirts.

Crime

IRMD to investigate Panama Papers

Tuesday 17 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The Cook Islands Revenue Management Division (Tax and Customs) will investigate the Cook Islands individuals and companies whose names are revealed in the Panama Papers leak.

Local


Beachside hotel a top social spot

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

The Islander Hotel continues to attract large numbers of visitors and locals, all of them intent on a good time socialising beside the beach over a drink and a meal.

Local


Gallery goes international

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

Rarotonga’s Bergman Gallery is going international for the first time, presenting the work of artists Mahiriki Tangaroa, Sylvia Marsters and Andy Leleisiúao in special presentation at this year’s Auckland Art Fair in New Zealand.

Local


Hearty thanks from the people of Fiji

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

Fiji Red Cross Society want to say a big “vinaka vakalevu” (meitaki maata) to the people of the Cook Islands for the generous contribution of $120,000 towards Cyclone Winston recovery efforts.

Local


PM off to Los Angeles

Monday 16 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Prime Minister Henry Puna will be flying out of the country this week to attend an international tourism awards in the US.

Politics

Repairs depend on weather

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

Repairs to the front steps of the Ministry of Justice building will be completed as the weather permits.

Local

Tall ship unable to berth

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

STRONG winds on Friday made it impossible for the British tall ship SV Tenacious to berth at Avatiu harbour on Friday.

Local

College moves to arrest sinking roll

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

Titikaveka College is making urgent moves to improve the level of education provided at the school and to make sure all students have equal opportunities, in a move aimed at restoring the school to its glory days.

Local

Concert money missing

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

A Public Service Commission inquiry will start this week into allegations of money being stolen by a Ministry of Cultural Development staff member from the proceeds of concert ticket sales.

Local


Order paper yet to be finalised

Monday 16 May 2016 | Published in Local

With parliament expected to sit on June 7, Clerk of Parliament John Tangi says the order paper cannot be finalised yet.

Local


Debit card live on Monday

Sunday 15 May 2016 | Published in Local

Sign up for your very own BCI Vaka Debit Mastercard and you can access and use your money from anywhere in the world.

Local


Helping animals a dream job for New Zealand veterinarian

Sunday 15 May 2016 | Published in Local

New Zealander Dr Jess Beer’s love for animals all began when she was still a child.

Local


PM encourages children to read more

Sunday 15 May 2016 | Published in Education

THE Education Ministry’s Book in Home Project assemblies ended on a high note yesterday (Friday) with students reminded once again of the importance of reading.

Education


Logo designs built around the fruit dove

Sunday 15 May 2016 | Published in Local

Year four and five students of Apii Te Uki Ou are showing their creativity and originality by designing a new classroom logo.

Local


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