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Articles by Anneka Brown
Concerns over water safety continue
Tuesday 28 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism says there are severe gaps in our laws and regulations regarding water safety.
It's World Turtle Day
Thursday 23 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Today is World Turtle Day – an annual celebration that has been taking place since 2000.
Turtleman refutes rescue report
Thursday 23 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Turtleman Tours owner-operator has refuted claims made against them of a recent mishap in the Avaavaroa Passage.
Turtle tourist party 'rescued'
Wednesday 22 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
A group of tourists are counting their lucky stars after being reportedly rescued from the Avaavaroa passage while on a turtle tour last week.
School receives boost ahead of championship
Tuesday 21 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Netball
Apii Rutaki celebrated the presentation of their new netball and rugby uniforms yesterday morning.
Who is/isn't a Cook Islander?
Saturday 18 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
How do we determine who is and who isn’t a Cook Islander? What are the criteria? These are the questions being asked by year 9 and 10 social studies students at Papaaroa School.
Digital technology workshop is free
Saturday 18 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Technology
A free digital technology workshop to be held next week is a great opportunity for local enterprises to learn about digital marketing strategies to help improve their businesses, says co-director of Learning Solutions Cook Islands Mereani Talbot.
UK team works on CI database
Friday 17 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Cook Islands naturalist Gerald McCormack is heading to the UK to work on the Cook Islands Biodiversity Database.
Tour operators divided on 'safety'
Wednesday 15 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Tour guides have started pulling out of Avaavaroa Passage, saying it has become too crowded and dangerous to take visitors there.
New executives for women's association
Saturday 4 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Business & Professional Women’s Association (CIBPW) held their annual general meeting earlier in the week to welcome their new executives for 2019.
Turtle conservation society formed
Saturday 4 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Environment
The inaugural meeting of the Cook Islands turtle society, Te Ara O Te Onu, was held on Wednesday to discuss the protection and conservation of turtles and elect its executive.
Feedback on exports from northern group
Wednesday 1 May 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The residents of Manihiki and Rakahanga were recently consulted on how the Punanga Nui Market can help them sell their craft, produce and fish in Rarotonga.
Join in the fun walk for safety
Saturday 27 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Ministry of Internal Affairs says it is proud to announce a national Solidarity Walk in commemoration of World Day for Safety and Health at Work.
Cook Islanders visit mosque
Wednesday 17 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
After the recent Christchurch massacre, Cook Islanders Dr Roro Daniel and Dr Jenny Te Paa Daniel visited the Al Noor mosque this month, one of two mosques that were attacked.
Call for artists to join colouring-book project
Tuesday 16 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Cook Islands colouring-book project Colour for a Cause is an opportunity for talented Cook Islands artists.
Road marking priority for safety
Monday 15 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) is making road marking a priority to increase road safety.
Four huge water tanks take to road
Saturday 6 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The McConnell Dowell construction team has almost finished transporting the first of the large steel water filter tanks to be used in stage two of the Te Mato Vai project.
New surgery at Arorangi vet clinic
Thursday 4 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Te Are Manu vet clinic treats a range of animals, while remaining focused on providing a desexing service for dogs and cats.
Chiropractor helping to boost people's well-being
Wednesday 3 April 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Cook Islander and qualified New Zealand chiropractor Dr Chad Esaiah is back on Rarotonga today to provide his services to the community.
$2,000 goes towards meeting house
Friday 24 July 2015 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
A cheque for $2,000 has been donated to the Ruatonga community, thanks to a special community fund.
