Environment
Whale centre to reopen, says Hauser
Tuesday August 14, 2018The Cook Islands Whale and Wildlife Centre in Atupa, which closed its doors last October, will soon be reopening according to whale researcher Nan Hauser.
Tuna experts sceptical of Japanese move
Monday August 13, 2018Tuna experts are sceptical of Japanese government’s impending proposal to seek an increase in fishing quotas for Pacific bluefin.
Whale season off to slow start
Monday August 13, 2018October, Rarotonga’s resident whale expert Nan Hauser says the mighty marine mammals should now “start to pour in, in greater numbers”.
Revealing look into the nature of our rubbish
Monday August 13, 2018Have you ever been curious about what is in our litter?
Ariki unhappy with Avana plan
Monday August 13, 2018The House of Ariki is not happy with the proposed development at Avana Point as the group comprising high chiefs fear it may destroy historical sites in the area.
Cook Islands at conservation workshop
Saturday August 11, 2018Last month the Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) held an interactive workshop on project development, management and leadership over an intensive 14 days in North Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Climate change meeting to resume
Saturday August 11, 2018Consultations on the development of a National Climate Change Policy and Cook Islands Country Programme under the Green Climate Fund will resume next week.
Avarua boat ramp ready
Friday August 10, 2018Work on rebuilding the boat ramp at Avarua Harbour has now been all but completed, with the final load of dredged material removed a week ago and the last two mooring blocks due to be installed in the coming week.
Tour operators onboard for better safety standards
Friday August 10, 2018Recent concerns raised regarding the dangers of increased aqua tourism activity at Avaavaroa passage seem to have now led to real progress, with the passing of official legislation the final goal.
