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Price drop good news for motorists
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Motorists on Rarotonga and all islands except Aitutaki will pay less for fuel and LPG following the release of a new price order yesterday.
Animal clinic still needs a new home
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Esther Honey Foundation’s animal clinic in Nikao is still looking for a new home.
We're grateful to France, says prime minister
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Patricia Barton has been confirmed as the honorary consul of France to the Cook Islands.
Fishing law-breakers intercepted
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) is investigating a number of fishing infringements, following this month’s successful joint maritime surveillance mission Operation Tautai.
Thieves exposed on social media
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Faced with a rising crime rate on Rarotonga, members of the community have taken matters into their own hands.
Downpour 'a blessing in disguise'
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Despite continuous and sometimes heavy downpours on Rarotonga yesterday, the Cook Islands Meteorological Service is worried rainfall recorded so far is still below the average mark.
Trading vessel completes voyage
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
The controversial trading vessel Tiare Taporo has completed its maiden voyage to the Northern Islands.
Fundraiser for cyclone-hit Fiji
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
Approximately $12,000 wasraised by a fundraiser held at Maire Nui Gardens as part of a Fiji Cyclone Winston appeal over the weekend.
Worm farms fun and environmentally friendly
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Environment
Wriggly worms play a vital role in our environment.
Disabled women encouraged to sue skills and talents
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
WOMEN from all walks of life turned up in numbers to attend the launch of the “Sew Simple Project” held at Are Pa Metua Centre on Friday.
Tukutuku panels showcase best of Maori art
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
New Zealand High Commissioner Nick Hurley met with Foreign Secretary Tepaeru Herrmann on Friday to hand over three tukutuku panels created during the Matariki Maori Art Exhibition.
Ministers on normal agenda
Monday 14 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Discussions on the pending bills and issues which are expected to top the agenda for the first parliament sitting will be the major assignment for the nation’s cabinet ministers this week.
Traditional knowledge base misplaced
Monday 14 March 2016 | Published in Local
This is part two of a series of columns by Te Tuhi Kelly. It ponders the place and relevance of traditional lore in the Cook Islands today.
Rape inquiry continues
Monday 14 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
The police investigation into the brutal rape which allegedly took place in the early hours of Saturday last week, is still underway with no suspects yet arrested.
Drink drivers ignore police pleas
Monday 14 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
The motoring carnage continues on Rarotonga’s roads with five accidents – including two involving drink driving – reported to the police over the last week.
School chooses its own 'ambassadors'
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
Twelve year seven and eight students were awarded positions as ambassadors at Apii Te Uki Ou this week.
Composers' contest shows off culture
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
A display of true Cook Islands culture took place on Thursday night as 10 bold contestants competed in the annual National Mire ‘Atu competition here at the National Auditorium.
My, how we've changed!
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
Soren Kierkegaard, a prolific 19th century Danish philosopher and theologian, once said “life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.”
Heather leads charge on helmet law
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
Deputy prime minister Teariki Heather is leading the charge to make safety helmets compulsory for motorcycle riders aged 16-25 years.
Boxer spreads safety message
Saturday 12 March 2016 | Published in Local
RENOWNED Cook Islands boxer Maire Brown has called on the community to support children in need of cycle safety helmets.
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