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Too many children overweight, says Glassie
Saturday 5 March 2016 | Published in Local
About 43 per cent of the nation’s children are overweight.
Another chance to see photo show
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Cultural Development’s Historical Photographic Exhibition opening yesterday was such a big success that it will remain open longer today, to give more people the opportunity to see it.
Artist's bid to curb violence
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
Samoan artist and designer Talia Pau will be on Rarotonga this Sunday for the One Million Stars to End Violence project.
Rent a plate and help protect the island
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
In a bid to help protect the island’s environment, a new fundraising effort has begun at the Muri Night market.
Puaikura wins big in Vaka Pride
Friday 4 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Vaka Puaikura once again scooped the major prize in the second round of the Vaka Pride contest when the results were announced yesterday.
Gift shop has something for all
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
It’s no simple matter choosing the most perfect gift for family and friends back home when you are a visitor to the Cook Islands.
Mental health policy launch today
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Health
IN an effort to address mental health and road safety issues, the Ministry of Health will launch the Cook Island’s Mental Health Policy and Cook Islands Road Safety Strategy at Sinai Hall today.
Donation brightens students' smiles
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
A LARGE amount of dental equipment is being donated to schools around the Cook Islands.
Simple secrets lift meals up a notch
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
Day one of the “Cook like a Boss” course run by the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute held a successful launch on Tuesday night, with a full class of 12 students.
Fishing consultation process 'flawed'
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
The absence of an independent observer on prime minister Henry Puna’s latest journey to the northern islands this week makes the government’s consultations flawed, says Te Ipukarea Society director Kelvin Passfield.
Voluntary departure 'meaningless'
Friday 4 March 2016 | Published in Local
Convicted basher Afeleti Iona taking the option of leaving the country voluntarily should have been rejected by authorities here, because it makes a mockery of the country’s immigration system, says a legal adviser to the victim’s family.
Marae Moana policy finally finished
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
After a year of discussion, the Marae Moana Oceans Policy is now with Prime Minister Henry Puna who will present it to Cabinet.
Workshop ends on a high note
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Local
COOK Islands Customs Services in collaboration closed its two-day workshop yesterday with words of encouragement to the business industry.
Europe meets with Paradises
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
In a bid to boost its Europe market, the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation chief executive officer Halatoa Fua is attending a series of Meet the Pacific events this week.
Pupils learn how to run a business
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Education
The Youth Enterprise Scheme – YES for short, is into its fourth year at Tereora College, and a new class of bright-eyed final year students have stepped up to take on the year-long option that gives them hands-on experience to operate their own business.
Students tackle building challenge
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Education
Tereora College has plans for a Building Academy class aimed at giving students an opportunity for some real life practical experience.
Work of art celebrates partnership
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Local
New Zealand High Commissioner Nick Hurley met with Air New Zealand Cook Islands manager David Bridge on Wednesday to hand over artwork created during the Matariki Maori Art Exhibition.
Trip north fishing for votes
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Local
The culture of political victimisation still exists and northern islanders won’t be expressing their real feelings about purse seining in their waters because they don’t want to lose their government jobs.
Old photos a drawcard
Thursday 3 March 2016 | Published in Local
MORE than 500 people are expected to attend a fascinating exhibition of historic photos that begins at the National Auditorium today.
Money theft lands woman in court
Wednesday 2 March 2016 | Published in Crime
A teacher aid charged with stealing money from CITC supermarket where she worked part-time, has been ordered to come up for sentencing in six months if called upon.
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