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Articles by Katrina Lintonbon
Renewed concerns about roaming dogs
Tuesday 8 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Roaming dogs on Rarotonga are once again causing problems for people with several random attacks reported in the last few weeks.
Quarantine Quiz: Abba, Mama Mia and quarantine
Monday 7 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
Do you know which Abba song was not featured in the first Mamma Mia film? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Preparing for the 'new normal'
Monday 7 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
As a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic, business owners and managers need to be prepared for the “new normal”, says Cook Islands Tourism Corporation.
The perks of being an army officer
Saturday 5 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Weekend
Proud Cook Islander Lance Corporal Thomas Harrison, a soldier in the New Zealand Defence Force, wants to encourage people back home to dream big and pursue any career their heart desires.
Water dosing 'trials' starts
Saturday 5 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
The government says poly aluminium chloride trials for the next six months will allow for making better-informed decisions about the future of Rarotonga’s public water supply, but opponents say proceeding with the trial is irresponsible.
Quarantine Quiz: All Blacks, Batman and Arore
Saturday 5 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
Who has former All Blacks coach Steve Hansen called a “freak of nature”? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Passengers still waiting for results
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
Exactly how many passengers will be on board the flight from Auckland this afternoon remains unknown after only half of the compulsory Covid-19 test results returned negative, while others were still waiting.
Quarantine Quiz: Taramea, Covid and Daisy
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
How many crown of thorns starfish (taramea) have been collected since the beginning of the eradication programme led by Dr Teina Rongo? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
'Good Guys' ready to serve
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
They don’t call them the “Good Guys” for nothing.
Sharp student shooters showcase work
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
The reality of confronting environmental issues can sometimes be best captured through the lens of a camera.
Not just a pretty picture
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Art
Cook Islands multi-media artist Spike Tuara made his public debut at the PrEtTY/uGly multi-media exhibition launch at LBV on Saturday. Katrina Tanirau caught up with him.
Quarantine Quiz: Bees, bees, bees
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
Do you know what beekeepers use to calm bees when they are collecting honey or relocating a hive? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Round Rarotonga, Athletics Champs and the marine centre
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
What was the last marine snake animal that Stephenie Jansen released this week? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Athletes impress at youth champs
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Other Sports
Talented young athletes smashed 30 records at the National Youth Athletics Championships last week.
Families told, ask for help
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
A leading Cook Islands healthcare advocate in New Zealand says in these unprecedented times, it’s okay to seek assistance.
Pretty ugly art
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Art
Interpretation of any work of art is in the eyes of both the artist and the observer.
Crunching diverse datasets
Thursday 27 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Technology
While the team at Inform, led by IT expert Mana Etches is focused on property and development at the moment, they have some big aspirations.
Safety first in tree talks
Wednesday 26 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Environment
The safety of both road users and Takitumu School children remains the top priority for both Infrastructure Cook Islands and the Matavera community, but will 30 toa trees have to be sacrificed.
BSP bank earnings suffer in Covid-19
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
The Bank of the South Pacific has recorded a 12.2 per cent drop in profit for the first half of 2020.
Pressure from school-children to save toa trees
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Environment
Children at Takitimu School sent a strong message to Infrastructure Cook Islands about protecting the 30 toa trees outside their school, ahead of last night’s public meeting.
