Environment
Lagoon problems nothing new
Monday January 11, 2016Controversy over the state of Muri lagoon and the algal blooms which regularly appear on the lagoon floor certainly isn’t anything new.
Another piggery set to be closed
Tuesday December 29, 2015A pigsty causing environmental problems in Ngatangiia could be closed down shortly.
Disaster claim just money snatch, says George
Friday December 18, 2015Calling environmental concerns over Muri Lagoon a “national disaster” was simply an attempt by government to snatch the $800,000 set aside for dealing with the aftermath of cyclones, claims lawyer and politician Norman George.
Landowners halt new road
Wednesday December 09, 2015Titikaveka landowners have forced a stop to construction of a new road being built inland to enable the laying of water mains for Te Mato Vai project, saying what the government has done so far regarding the road is illegal.
Can Muri Lagoon be saved?
Monday November 09, 2015Muri beach and lagoon are considered the crown jewels of Rarotonga – but there are now deep concerns whether this magnificent stretch of sand and water is beyond saving.
Sunscreen killing reefs and lagoons
Monday November 02, 2015Daily sunscreen use is essential to protect against sunburn and skin cancer, but it may be killing local lagoons and reef systems.
Climate change huge challenge
Thursday October 29, 2015Climate change continues to be the greatest risk to the livelihoods and security of the peoples of the Pacific.
Development plan consultations begin
Thursday October 29, 2015The first phase of the consultation for the latest iteration of the National Sustainable Development Plan (NSDP 2016+) will begin with a series of stakeholder consultations starting today.
WATSAN unit moves on to Arorangi
Tuesday October 27, 2015The WATSAN unit previously situated at the Muri meeting house has relocated to the ICI main office in Arorangi.
