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Te Ipukarea Society: School holiday programmes dive deep into ecology
Over the last week of the school holiday period, Te Ipukarea Society and Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau have combined efforts to run their respective youth programmes Mata Nātura and ‘Ātui’anga Ki Te Tango (AKTT).
Alleged rapist in remand
A man accused of raping minors aged under 14 is remanded in police custody after he was deemed a “risk” to society.
Vietnam veteran's NZ assistance fails
New Zealand’s involvement in the case for former soldier Bill Framhein’s pension has ended in disappointment. In order for Framhein to get his war veteran’s pension, the former soldier has to live in New Zealand for six months of the year so he is able to claim it all year round. If he fails to […]
How to find leaky pipies
Dear Editor, If MOIP’s water division is committed to making certain that water is not wasted, rather than wait for disgruntled persons to ring in to complain about broken or leaking pipes, all they have to do is drive a couple of times around Rarotonga each day. Once along the main road and then along […]
Police supporters lash out at Dr Oxana
Dear Editor, I wish to raise some issues in regards to a story in your newspaper dated Saturday 15th September 2012 titled ‘Dr Oxana’s frustration grows’ by Matiu Workman. Reading Oxana’s story about her frustration, you went as far as mentioning these officers’ names and publicly criticise them for something you think you know, but […]
Dawn start for 110 runners
By the time you pick up your CINews and have your coffee this morning – the Round Rarotonga Road Race for most runners will be over. More than 110 runners began the round island race at 5.30 this morning from outside the Banana Court in Avarua with the winner of the race expected in on […]
Local derby matches provide entertainment
Local derby cricket matches are sure to provide plenty of entertainment in the third round of the Computer Man men’s and Edgewater women’s cricket this weekend. Ninth placed Davana will be looking for a win this weekend as Paes Kirikava’s boys are ready to rumble in their local derby against the Muri Creeps. The Creeps […]
Peace Day celebrated
Peace begins with you. Be the change to make a difference. They are simple phrases, but for Eleitino Paddy Walker and the Pan Pacific and Southeast Asian Women’s Association (PPSEAWA), they are potent enough to change the world. These are women who have devoted time and energy to waging peace, to reminding people that the […]
Go home and love your family
There is no secret way to turn this world into a peaceful place, says peace advocate Eleitino Paddy Walker. The prescription is simple – children raised in peaceful homes will grow up to value peace. The takeaway message? “Go home and love your family,” she says, quoting a heroine of hers, Mother Theresa. Today, on […]
Minister to Vietnam
Health minister Nandi Glassie wants to pursue ongoing efforts to tackle problems related to non-communicable diseases and will take advantage of an upcoming meeting of the World Health Organisation (WHO) to encourage further steps to strengthen regional policies and programmes. The minister will be attending the 63rd Session of the WHO Regional Committee for the […]
Forum costs still coming in
Cook Islands News still has not received confirmation of the amount that the Pacific Islands Forum cost the country. Prime Minister Henry Puna says his government is awaiting figures and invoices. “As much as I’d love to be up front about it, the reality is we’re still waiting for costs and invoices.” he said. “There’s […]
Heat treatment plant sitting idle
The Ministry of Agriculture is hoping to privatise the much-maligned pawpaw heat treatment unit (above) after it is re-certified by the man who created the machine in October. The unit failed its last assessment after two of the four tests designed to test the heating capacity of the fruit did not reach the required temperature […]
New wheels for Aitutaki police
Aitutaki police are looking spick and span with three new additions to their fleet – two gleaming white motorcycles and a new pick-up truck. The island’s police have had to cope with just one police truck which has been around since 2002 – the oldest police truck still running to date. However, just before Pacific […]
BECA's ports satisfaction clear
It was in 1994 that BECA’s project director John Youdale first noticed the Avatiu port while on holiday and said it needed to have some changes. Fast forward 18 years and his satisfaction is plain for all to see as the ports development reached its completion last month. Sitting in the small office adjacent to […]
Sel's ready and waiting
It’s been a busy first month for new Titikaveka MP Selina Napa – and she isn’t even an official politician yet. Despite winning the seat after the death of Robert Wigmore in the by-election, Napa had to wait until her brother and opponent Teariki Matenga withdrew a petition seeking a formal re-count of the votes. […]
ICT the way of the future
A recent education conference in Bangkok highlighted the need for teachers to understand the technology they are teaching students – but it seems Cook Islands is ahead of the pack. In opening the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Forum on information and communication technology (ICT) in education last week, UNESCO director-general Irina Bokova strongly emphasised the role of […]
No regulation for CI Telecom
The chief executive of Telecom Cook Islands does not believe there is scope here to follow New Zealand’s lead to regulate internet providers. Telecom CEO Jules Maher says there is no demand from customers here to introduce a code that would regulate broadband – which New Zealand recently announced plans to do. New Zealand’s communications […]
E-marketing to boost tourism
Online marketing promises to help boost tourism growth in the Pacific Islands. Tourist arrivals into Pacific Island countries are forecasted to reach 1.8 million in 2015, a growth of 19 percent over the 1.5 million recorded in 2011. Increases in small and medium size tourism operators’ online development and marketing initiatives are expected to contribute […]
New O3b network connects the Amazon
The undersea cable debate is superfluous, believes Telecom’s chief executive, as the country already has a plan for fast internet through Ob3, which has recently expanded its services into South America. During the Pacific Leaders Forum week, a New Zealand-based company announced its plan to build an undersea cable stretching from Hawai’i (through California) to […]
Warping bollard adds to ship safety
The Avatiu port is adding more safety for ships coming to dock with the installation of a warping bollard – a finishing touch to the port redevelopment. It is another improvement to the port after it recently completed the $27 million redevelopment project that included the dredging of 73,000 cubic metres of material from the […]
Veranda checks crucial for safety
MOIP building controller Louis Teiti has called on double-storied home owners to get their exposed verandas assessed ahead of what he predicts will be an “intense” cyclone season. It comes as warnings are being made over veranda safety in America after a student at UNC-Charlotte broke her ankle after a University City apartment balcony she […]
Books come alive at Te Uki Ou
Story and comic book characters came to life at Apii Te Uki Ou on Friday as students dressed up to celebrate world literacy week. Students were also given the option of dressing up as their favourite super hero or movie character making for a colourful day at the school. The school playground was a scene […]
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