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Wet weather expected to persist
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The rain showers hitting Rarotonga could continue for a few days, the Cook Islands Meteorological Service says.
Airline brings $20m boost
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The arrival of Jetstar Airways as the newest airline to service the Cook Islands route is projected to generate an extra $20 million annually for the local economy.
PM dispels health talk
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Published in Health
Prime Minister Henry Puna says he is fit and well despite rumours circulating about his health, yesterday.
Two new lawyers admitted to the bar
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
It was a milestone moment at the Cook Islands High Court when two young female lawyers were admitted to the bar on Friday.
New toolkit helps assess disaster loss and damage
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
Vili Iese from the University of the South Pacific’s Pacific Centre for Sustainable Development and Climate Change, has been working with the Cook Islands National Council of Women to trial a new toolkit on assessing loss and damage as a result of hazards and disasters.
Tourist drowns
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
A 30-year-old male drowned in the swimming pool at a tourist accommodation on Friday evening.
Graduates embark on their career journeys
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
A group of 136 Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute students were proud to hold their heads extra high after they graduated at the Are Karioi Nui, National Auditorium, on Friday.
Accidents and assaults
Monday 21 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Road accidents, assaults and family disputes again dominated incidents reported to the Cook Islands Police Service over the weekend.
Ministers attend accounts workshop
Monday 21 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
It’s another week of “normal business” on the rock for the nation’s cabinet ministers.
Papa Dennis loves his time in Raro
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
“PAPA Dennis” is the respectful title the students of Takitumu School have given to Dennis Kileen.
Paying for water a 'repugnant act'
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
A high-ranking traditional chief says it would be a “grossly repugnant act” for government to make people pay for water and take water intake lands off rightful owners by warrant.
Validity of surveillance mission challenged
Monday 21 March 2016 | Published in Local
Opposition leader William “Smiley” Heather has questioned the validity of Ministry of Marine Resource’s (MMR) investigation on a number of fishing infringements following this month’s joint maritime surveillance mission, Operation Tautai.
New book a Cook Islands treasure
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
USP’s Advisory Council chairman Tevai Matapo, was MC for the evening for the launch of the new publication Cook Islands Art & Architecture on Thursday night at the USP Centre.
It's all go for the best Beach Day Out
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
The directors of this year’s Beach Day Out music festival to be held at the Safari Tours beach site in Nikao next Friday (March 25), predict that this one will be even bigger and better than previous years.
Big spend on texting pays off for happy phone-winner
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
SAI Sarau could barely contain his excitement yesterday when he walked away with a new $1399 Samsung Galaxy s7 smart phone after winning Bluesky’s “top-up” competition.
Touch of Ireland in Muri
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
Saint Patrick’s Day was celebrated all over the world on Thursday, and though there’s a distinct shortage of Irish people here, Rarotonga didn’t miss out.
Marine talks go beneath the waves
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
Marine issues “beneath the waves” were brought to the surface on Wednesday during a free film festival evening designed to encourage informed discussions on marine issues impacting our community.
Youngsters make most of school fun
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
Youngsters at Blackrock Preschool sure know how to have fun in a learning environment.
Interim order application 'inappropriate'
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
The application for interim order between Apai Mataiapo Komono and Te Ipukarea Society against Prime Minister Henry Puna, Ben Ponia and the European Union was brought for mention before Judge Justice Dame Judith Potter yesterday.
Red Cross steers islands to better health
Saturday 19 March 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Red Cross Society, through its community based health programmes, is helping to keep island smiles bright and bodies moving for healthier lifestyles.
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