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Articles by Richard Moore
Quarantine best defence against banana killer
Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Strict quarantine is the key to keeping the virulent banana killer Panama disease, Tropical Race 4, out of the Cook Islands.
Deadly banana virus spreads
Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A DEADLY fungus is threatening one of the world’s most vital, and popular, foodstuffs – the banana.
Businessman fired up over new fee
Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A BUSINESSMAN is up in arms over a new fee being charged by the government to have import VAT dealt with by the VAT department.
Firing up for hamper appeal
Saturday 20 August 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
CHRISTMAS may seem a long way off, but the Aroa Mou Trust is already working towards making the festive season better for many Cook Islands families.
Delighting in the joy of rugby Raro Style
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Other Sports
LAST WEEKEND I went to the greatest game of rugby I have seen.
Hopeless-ly devoted to entertaining passengers
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Bus rides in new places can be interesting, exciting or even a little bit daunting.
Island dogs 'a joy'- SPCA caretaker
Saturday 23 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
While some tourists and newcomers may look askance at the number of dogs roaming around Rarotonga, SPCA caretaker Robyn Kippenberger says they shouldn’t worry about them.
Chook right, then left, then right again
Friday 22 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
WHY DID the chicken cross the road?
Our inspectors are watchful, but friendly
Friday 22 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Cook Islands’ fisheries officers have been down at the Avatiu Harbour port recently monitoring the transfer of fish between longliners and a fish-carrier the Asian Star No.1.
Roaming dogs hurt Raro's image
Friday 22 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
RAROTONGA has an international image problem over roaming dogs.
New business jet set to arrive in September
Thursday 21 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
AIR RAROTONGA’S new business jet is expected to land on Rarotonga in mid-September.
RSC yachties enjoy perfect conditions for Tangaroa race
Monday 18 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Other Sports
On A PERFECT day for taking the boat out, the Rarotonga Sailing Club held a handicap race on Saturday afternoon.
Men walk hand in hand to curb domestic violence
Monday 18 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
DOMESTIC violence is a social evil, says Bob Kimiangatau, and he is determined to do something about it.
$200k carpark ticketing system for airport
Monday 18 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
THE AIRPORT Authority has been given the okay to purchase a new $200,000 carpark ticketing system.
Escapee steals bike, pulls weapon
Monday 18 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Crime
An Arorangi resident says a high-risk prison escapee drew a weapon on him after being confronted for stealing the resident’s motorbike.
U16 girls' teams set for another big match
Thursday 14 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Football
SOCCER fans should remember there is a second international match this evening between a Rarotonga Selection U16 side and the visiting U16 team from Tokoroa High School in New Zealand.
Expert lauds men's support group
Wednesday 13 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
THE ROTAIANGA Men’s Support Group has won praise from a New Zealand rehabilitation expert for not only its success, but also the way in which it helps men.
Tuavera to Weston: 'Sack the PM!'
Wednesday 13 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Politics
Opposition leader Tamaiva Tuavera wants Chief Justice Tom Weston to sack prime minister Henry Puna.
Project tackles suicide problem
Monday 11 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
There is no point to laying blame over someone’s suicide, says Metua Bates of the Cook Islands Suicide Prevention Project.
Pacific way on mental health often better: Expert
Friday 8 July 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
WESTERN nations should pause and reflect before telling Pacific countries how to set up their mental-health services.
