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Ministries combine to fight fat problem
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Published in Health
The Cook Islands’ incidence of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), is predicted to worsen with increasing problems of unhealthy lifestyle and behaviour according to the 2015 World Health Organisation report.
Kiwi visitors like what they find...
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Published in Local
“Never for once have we regretted coming to Rarotonga.”
Chamber clarifies role in lagoon trial
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
The Chamber of Commerce has clarified its role in coordinating a trial to scrap algae in Muri lagoon using an excavator.
Apii Avarua marks 100 years
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Published in Local
THIS year marks a special occasion for parents, teachers and current and former students of Apii Avarua as they celebrate the school’s 100th year jubilee.
Counsellor speaks out on sexual abuse
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Published in Local
Throughout the gut-wrenching case the young girl sat quietly in the courtroom, tears running down her face during most of the three- day trial.
Nothing to fear from fibre - NES
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Fears of dangerous asbestos fibres floating in the air from a large building being torn down next to CrossFit Gym and across the road from the Edgewater in Arorangi have been put to rest.
Attitudes to mental health change
Saturday 9 April 2016 | Published in Health
Psychiat ric Services staff at the Community Health Services in Upper Tupapa are receiving positive responses from the public about gradual changes in the way people in the Cook Islnds regard mental health problems.
Good health a life investment
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Health
MEMBERS of the public turned up in numbers to make use of the free of charge medical services provided by the Rarotonga Hospital and the Tupapa Community clinic yesterday.
Nothing sinister behind missing report says NES
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Environment
A person who wrote to CI News complaining of the difficulty of accessing an Environmental Impact Assessment report has been the victim of a member of the public ignoring a “do not remove,” warning, says the National Environment Service (NES).
Simple approach makes sewing course popular
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Education
Have you ever heard the terms “pile weaves,” “damasks” or “weft?”
Doctors make big difference to many locals
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Health
THIS year’s orthopaedic surgeries and counselling services project could not have been the success it has been without New Zealand’s orthopaedic specialist Dr David Bartle and Rarotonga-based Dr Deacon Teapa.
Cargo delays vessel's departure
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Local
An unexpected increase in cargo for the Tiare Taporo has delayed the vessel’s departure for the northern islands.
Bishop trial confirmed for July date
Friday 8 April 2016 | Published in Politics
Opposition leader and former Ministry of Marine Resources minister Teinakore Bishop’s high profile case has been confirmed for a trial in July.
Tourism confirms visitor increase
Friday 8 April 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
With the exception of November, the Cook Islands have experienced strong growth in visitor arrivals since October last year, says the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation.
Easter fun keeps right on going for some
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Local
Easter may be over but for some people, the Easter-themed fun hasn’t stopped.
More support needed for art, says Bishop
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Local
Under the CIP government, Cook Islands art is languishing when it should be encouraged and supported, says new opposition leader Teina Bishop.
Seven tenders for solar power project
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Local
Tenders have closed for a $20m project to install solar energy systems on the southern islands.
Aitutaki pupils brush up on their smiles
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
There was much excitement at two of Aitutaki’s schools on Tuesday, when pupils were presented with brand new toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Diabetes checks celebrate Health Day
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Health
As part of its efforts to address diabetes issues in the Cook Islands, the Ministry of Health will conduct free blood and diabetes check-up at all its health centres today to mark World Health Day.
Cruise ship visits pose challenges
Thursday 7 April 2016 | Published in Local
MS Westerdam is the next cruise ship expected to call at Rarotonga – and tourism authorities are hoping the visit will go ahead without problems.
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