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Pukapuka’s Niua School celebrates 60th anniversary
On the isolated and tranquil paradise of Pukapuka, the community came together to celebrate a milestone – the 60th anniversary of Niua School, the island’s only school, which has provided education to generations of students.
Man jailed for stabbing ‘off duty’ police officer
A man who stabbed a police officer and assaulted a tourist in Avarua, Rarotonga, in May last year has been sentenced to one year and two months in jail.
The year that was - headlines
Governments half year economic and fiscal update 2010-11 predicts growth in the economy through new investment in tourism. Prime Minister Henry Puna speaks out for the first time on the first case of HIV diagnosed in the Cook Islands. Puna said the Cook Islands must way up the need to protect a persons identity versus […]
Pawpaw and lime ready for export
The Ministry of Agriculture expects the export of Cook Islands pawpaw to New Zealand to start within the first half of 2012. An extensive pawpaw planting programme supported by Cook Islands government has been underway under the direction of the ministry for a number of months, which is expected to culminate in the export of […]
Fireworks and drumbeats ring in new year
Beach parties, fireworks and drum beats were all the rage as Rarotonga said Kia Orana to 2012. Hundreds flocked to Muri beach on Saturday night for the first fine evening in several days to enjoy the Sails Restaurant Las Vegas themed beach party with many ambling along to Pacific Resort to enjoy the pre-fireworks fire […]
Carter points QSO at Northland
John Carter is absolutely stoked to be made a Companion of the Queens Service Order for his service to New Zealand parliament. I was really chuffed when I got rung I was really stoked and now Im very proud. Carter New Zealands High Commissioner to the Cook Islands has been recognised in the 2012 New […]
The year that was - quotes
"Yes, I had them cut them down. The thing is, if you do something, you get criticised. If you dont, you get criticised. Im willing to take that responsibility. Safety comes first for our people and for our tourists." January 7: Teariki Heather, in response to questions of who cut down the trees along the […]
The year that was - 2010
Devastating floods in Brisbane affect Queensland-based Cook Islanders, but thankfully there are no deaths in the Cook Islands community. A by-election to determine the successful candidate for the Pukapuka seat puts CIP candidate Tekii Lazaro in government. Vaka Marumarua Atua leaves Rarotonga to join her sister vaka in Tahiti, from where the fleet left for […]
Good bloke escapes Beehive
Alfred Ngaro has escaped the Beehives busy environment and is currently holidaying in his native Cook Islands with his family. Ngaro, his wife Mokuina and their children, arrived in Rarotonga on Thursday afternoon. They are staying in Arorangi and plan to spend a few days in Aitutaki next week before returning to Rarotonga and departing […]
Alfred Ngaro's maiden speech in NZ parliament
For his maiden speech in parliament, Ngaro used both New Zealand and Cook Islands Maori sharing the words of his ancestors as they set out on a journey of challenge and change. It is part of the ongoing legacy of our people and I stand in their shadows today. In greeting those in the House […]
Josey honoured
Aitutakis Josephine Lockington has been honoured with the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her service to the public and community. Lockington is one of three 2012 New Year Queens Honours recipients in the Cook Islands. She has long been involved in various community groups within Aitutaki as well as national organisations, including the Girl Guides […]
Bobby Matapo OBE thanks his family
Titikaveka leader Tevai Vaka Matapo known affectionately as Bobby is now an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE). Matapo has been recognised for his service to the community and wider public in the 2012 New Year Queens Honours, announced today. He humbly says to be granted the honour only means […]
Goodbye to dial-up
An era in the Cook Islands digital age has come to an end today with the termination of dial-up internet access in the country. After 14 years in operation, Telecom Cook Islands will officially switch off its dial-up internet services today. A few customers remained on the service until this week, but Telecom sales and […]
Warning to boil water
People at Rarotonga are being urged to drink from bottled water following this weeks heavy downpours and boil any tap water intended for use as drinking water or for cooking. Doctor Rangi Fariu, director of community health services, said animal waste and other contaminants may have seeped into Rarotongas water catchments during this weeks storms. […]
Highest honour to Ariki
Prominent Cook Islands traditional leader Pauline Margaret Rakera Taripo has been bestowed the title of Dame in the 2012 Queens New Year Honours. Taripo locally known properly as Makea Karika Margaret Ariki has received the highest honour of all Cook Islanders in this years list. She has been made a Dame Commander of the Most […]
Two hurt in bike crashes
Two motorcyclists have been taken to hospital following separate accidents on Rarotongas roads. One motorcycle driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries after colliding with a small truck at Ngatangiia about 9.30am yesterday. Cook Islands police inspector John Strickland said the driver was driving on the main road between Muri and Avana at the […]
Surfs up at the Boiler
Surfers and bodyboarders plus one stand-up paddler made the most of what were rare waves pounding at the iconic Boiler yesterday outside Avarua harbour. A group of between 15 and 20 visiting and local surfers and bodyboarders headed out to play in the waves which werent enormous or smooth but loads of fun. While there […]
Skies clearing for New Years Eve
Clear skies and light winds are expected in Rarotonga tonight as people gather to usher in 2012. The Cook Islands Meteorological Service predicts midnights fireworks will be launched into mostly clear skies as the weather system which brought high winds and heavy rain to the southern group of islands moves on. Met service director Arona […]
Tiraa family reunite in Matavera
More than 100 family members from across the Cook Islands, Australia and New Zealand have gathered at Takitumu this week all descendants of Tuakana Mataiapo Tutara Tuakana Tiraa. The Tuakana Tiraa family has spent many rainy days tracing its roots and following the many branches of the family tree to current family members. More than […]
Cash gift to Te Kainga appreciated
An anonymous contributor has given a timely donation to Te Kainga Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, delivering $1000 to the not-for-profit organisation just before Christmas. Te Kainga director Mereana Taikoko said the donation was a welcome injection to the services coffers for the holiday season. She said the centre did not ask for donations, especially […]
Quake heroes due soon
The Cook Islands is anticipating its Christchurch Heroes will begin making the journey over from New Zealand early in the New Year. The 50 heroes and their partners will begin making their way over to Rarotonga from late January or early February for their all-expenses-paid holiday in the Cook Islands. The heroes will come in […]
Quiz for animals
A quiz night is being planned by the Esther Honey Foundation Animal Clinic to raise money for the neutering, treatment and care of Rarotongas animals. The quiz is scheduled for Saturday January 14 at the Tang Tapas Bar in Arorangis Crown Beach Resort and Spa from 6.30pm. It has an animal fancy dress theme and […]
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