Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The exotic tropical fruit gardens of Aitutaki resident Bill Tschan are set to come to life through a new book currently in the works.
Tuesday 17 June 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Shrieks of laughter filled the room, interspersed with shouts of “Go Fish” and more laughter as the winners snatched stacks of cards to add to their pile.
Thursday 12 June 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Materials and equipment purchased to help pearl farmers in Manihiki are still being held back while each farmer is assessed for eligibility.
Friday 6 June 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Emergency and disaster assistance products worth $30000 have been donated to Aitutaki.
Thursday 29 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A proposal to deepen and widen the Arutanga Harbour entrance in Aitutaki has drawn strong opposition from two local groups.
Wednesday 28 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Avatiu Wharf was bustling with activity yesterday as building materials and cement destined for use in the Manihiki Harbour upgrade were loaded onto a barge.
Wednesday 21 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Four workers from Infrastructure Cook Islands have been welcomed home after completing repairs to Pukapuka Airport.
Friday 16 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Deputy Prime Minister Teariki Heather flew to Pukapuka yesterday on a test flight to check out the island's new runway.
Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
New Fishery Officer Ngarouru Tou has been in Rarotonga this month working with Ministry of Marine Resources’ inshore division staff.
Thursday 15 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Policy guidance for the revival of production and marketing of Cook Islands pearls was adopted at the 2014 Pearl Forum held in Manihiki on Tuesday.
Saturday 10 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Work is well underway in Manihiki to complete a $2.7 million reconstruction of the remote northern island’s two neglected harbours.
Wednesday 7 May 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The election campaign has only just started but in the northern group, some people are over it already.
Wednesday 30 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A group of children from Ngake Village in Pukapuka celebrated the completion of the island’s new airport runway by giving it a solid test run.
Monday 28 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Repairs to Pukapuka’s airport runway are nearing completion and a test flight has been booked for early next month.
Tuesday 15 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
With Mangaia’s new harbour done and dusted, contractor Landholdings Ltd. has now moved on to Manihiki to commence work on its next project.
Monday 14 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Sixty-one wheelie bins have been donated to two small communities on the island of Atiu.
Monday 14 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Pearl biologist Tina Weier has discovered her dream job working in Manihiki.
Thursday 3 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Frustrating delays to the Pukapuka runway project mean financial costs are mounting up and work is unlikely to be finished before the end of April.
Wednesday 2 April 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Mangaia residents are making headway on preparations for the launch of the Mangaia Island and Puna Plans 2014-2018.
Monday 31 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Aitutaki’s stunning lagoon has provided the backdrop for another glamorous swimsuit shoot which is sure to draw more attention to the Cook Islands.