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Shark fishing proves a costly venture
Friday 26 February 2016 | Published in Local
A settlement of $110,000 was received by Government last year by the owners of a foreign-flagged licensed longline fishing vessel found with shark carcasses on board.
ICI workshop looks to the future
Friday 26 February 2016 | Published in Local
In an effort to focus on its priorities for the next five years, the Ministry of Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) held a retreat workshop yesterday.
Rainwater harvesting a viable option
Friday 26 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Given current climate conditions, rainwater harvesting will soon become a viable option for access to clean water in the Pacific islands, including the Cook Islands.
Group effort stops fire
Friday 26 February 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
A bush fire lit up about 350 hectares of land on the Rangimotia hill on Wednesday of last week, destroying valuable pine and acacia trees on the island of Mangaia.
Passing the buck on cyclone hazards
Friday 26 February 2016 | Published in Weather
Old and unsafe buildings and trees on Rarotonga could quickly be transformed into lethal weapons if a cyclone hits the island.
Penrhyn claims called 'nonsensical'
Friday 26 February 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
The “outburst” by lawyer and former Penrhyn MP Wilkie Rasmussen involving alleged government plans to establish a huge fishing base on the island belongs in “gaga-land,” says prime minister Henry Puna’s media adviser, Trevor Pitt.
Takitumu appoints new prefects
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Education
Takitumu Primary School inducted new prefects last Friday morning.
New era for TV on Palmerston Island
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
ON an atoll 500 kilometres away from the Cooks capital are 63 highly excited Palmerston residents eager to get home to watch their new television sets to catch up on the daily local news.
Vaka Pride contest gains momentum
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Local
The second round of judging in the Vaka Pride competition has been completed, with bonus tally points now being finalised.
Few at meeting, but feedback valued
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Local
A Cabinet-approved presentation was held Monday afternoon at the Princess Ann Hall to allow open discussion on the Tereora College redevelopment plan.
Cook Islands culture on show at festival
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Culture
The Cook Islands will be represented at the 12th Pacific Arts Festival to be held in Guam from May 22 to June 4.
Water shortage gives pupils half-day off
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Local
Nukutere College students knocked off school extra early yesterday after water supplies ran out.
Booklet launch marks a special relationship...
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Local
A beautifully-produced booklet commemorating 50 years of close relationship between the Cook Islands and New Zealand was launched at Ngatipa, the residence of the New Zealand High Commissioner, yesterday evening.
House renovation reveals 1960's news
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Local
You never know what you’ve got lurking in the walls and floor of your house until you have a close look.
Cyclone possible, says Met Service head
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Weather
A tropical disturbance located in the Southern Cook Islands could form into a tropical cyclone over the next 24 hours.
Penrhyn to fight plans for harbour
Thursday 25 February 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
‘We will fight’ vows former Penrhyn MP.
Guides connect with community
Wednesday 24 February 2016 | Published in Local
The oldest non-government organisation in the country, Girl Guides Cook Islands, celebrated World Thinking Day at the Sinai Hall in Avarua on Tuesday.
Leader ceremony great start for school
Wednesday 24 February 2016 | Published in Local
Twenty-two students from Apii Arorangi were crowned school leaders at an investiture ceremony held at the Aroanui Hall last Friday.
Theft case trial scheduled to last five days
Wednesday 24 February 2016 | Published in Crime
Cook Islands High Court judge Justice Dame Judith Potter will be in Rarotonga from March 7 to 18 to preside over a number of criminal and civil court cases.
Kuki model rocks the ramp in style...
Wednesday 24 February 2016 | Published in Local
Young Cook Islands mum Ricky-Jean Marsters has challenged herself to step out of her comfort zone and gain new experiences through entering modelling competitions.
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