National
Fun dress-up day promotes literacy
Friday 18 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
It seemed almost as though The Avengers of movie fame had assembled for a mission.
Police complaint over land deal
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Politics
A formal police complaint has been laid by a local businessman against Manihiki land claimants who allegedly threatened to vandalise the islands’ two solar power plants if government didn’t advance them land compensation monies.
Peace Day promotes partnerships, dignity
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Local
A day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples, is just around the corner.
Hollywood veteran lends expertise
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Education
Students at Nukutere College had a rare opportunity to brush up their film and editing skills last week, with the help of a former Hollywood film editor.
Heather hits at 'double standards'
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Politics
Opposition Democratic Party leader William “Smiley” Heather says he is surprised at the Prime Minister’s “double standards”.
Wave warning prompts police action
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Weather
A national command and coordination centre was set up at the Cook Islands Police headquarters on Rarotonga yesterday following a tsunami warning for the islands of Rarotonga, Penrhyn and Pukapuka.
Occupation right changes stir action
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Politics
It appears likely a call for a moratorium on the Land Court dealing with occupation right applications will be made by the three Vaka on Rarotonga.
MFEM to review Act
Thursday 17 September 2015 | Published in Politics
The Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) has started a review of the MFEM Act 1996/97 with the aim of continuing the process of improving public finance management in a modern Cook Islands context.
Land court issue 'huge'
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Politics
Opposition to controversial new Land Court rules applying to the land occupation rights of Cook Islanders is fast gaining momentum and looks to become a huge national issue.
Demos copying the Aussies, reckons a 'confident' Puna
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna believes the Opposition is taking a leaf out of the Australian political book by attempting to oust him as leader of the Cook Islands.
Chikungunya numbers hit zero
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Health
The Chikungunya outbreak which swept through the nation has finally come to a standstill, with only one case reported in the last fortnight.
Lack of water closes college
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Local
Tereora College students got to leave school early yesterday after water was cut off to the national secondary school.
Busy month for Chief Justice
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Crime
Cook Islands Chief Justice Tom Weston has his work cut out for him this month with a string of high profile trials and sentencing lined up.
Students out to keep island looking great
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
While most teenagers’ ‘squad goals’ include fun times and luxurious living, the Araura College Enviro squad only want to promote environmental awareness within their school and community.
Task force to speed up delayed park timeline
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The timeline set by the task force working on the proposed Marae Moana Marine Park has met with more delays, prompting efforts by the taskforce to speed up the process by holding more regular meetings.
Police confiscate 10 motorbikes
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Crime
Drink-driving continues to cause havoc on Rarotonga’s roads, with police confiscating 10 motorbikes from drivers over the weekend.
Pupils raise funds for literacy 'champion'
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Education
Teachers and students at Tereora College celebrated World Literacy Day to fundraise for their own champion of words last week.
Road safety not on island time
Wednesday 16 September 2015 | Published in Health
Health has responded to a letter in Monday’s paper condemning their consultation period for the new Road Safety Strategy.
Demos: Snap election soon
Tuesday 15 September 2015 | Published in Politics
The Opposition coalition is preparing for what they believe is an imminent snap election after it was revealed that in June, Minister of Health Nandi Glassie was closer to becoming prime minister than he will publicly admit.
Workplace problems discussed
Tuesday 15 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Identifying problems at a workplace were among issues discussed at the three-day labour workshop which ended on Thursday last week at the Cook Islands Red Cross in Tupapa.
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