Outer Islands
Mangaia ready to launch Puna Plan
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.
Another swimsuit shoot on Aitutaki
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.
Water project offers key lessons
Saturday 29 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Valuable lessons can be learnt from the mistakes made during a major rainwater harvesting project in the Northern Cook Islands, a new report says.
Pukapuka boat finally departs
Thursday 27 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Taio Shipping’s Maungaroa II finally left its Rarotonga berth and departed for Pukapuka on Monday afternoon, carrying about 26 passengers and 100 tonnes of cargo.
Japanese diplomat visits Atiu
Wednesday 26 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A diplomat from the Japanese Embassy in Wellington was recently in Atiu to assess development initiatives on the outer island.
Pukapuka boat prepares for send-off
Wednesday 26 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Avatiu Wharf was bustling with activity yesterday as Pukapuka-bound passengers prepared to set off by boat for the remote northern island.
Workshop prompts call for awareness
Monday 24 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Some adults encouraging youth to drink alcohol from an early age was one of the issues brought up during the Mental Health Workshop recently held on Mauke.
TikiTour expands to outer islands
Saturday 22 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Locally owned and operated TikiTour (formerly The Circuit) has expanded its map and coupon guide services beyond Rarotonga.
New shelter for Nassau
Monday 3 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
It took two days to offload building materials for Nassau Island’s new machinery shelter, the school and the island’s clinic.
Pukapuka barge offloads
Saturday 1 March 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Heavy machinery has been successfully unloaded from a barge in Pukapuka, meaning repairs to the island’s runway can finally begin.
Pukapuka barge to turn back?
Friday 28 February 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
One last attempt is being made to unload heavy machinery from a barge on to land in Pukapuka before workers are forced to abandon the job.
Manihiki harbours to be upgraded
Monday 3 February 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A $2.8 million upgrade to Manihiki’s harbours is scheduled to begin in March.
Urgent boat trip to Pukapuka for pregnant women
Thursday 23 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
An emergency boat trip is being made to Pukapuka to take medical supplies and bring at least two high-risk patients back to Rarotonga, as the island awaits repairs to the airport runway.
Atiu airport work to come out of budget
Monday 13 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Most of the $4.9 million needed to seal Atiu’s airport runway will be paid for out of the next national budget, according to a government official.
Underground cable bound for Atiu
Friday 10 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
About 15 kilometres worth of electric cable is being shipped to Atiu in a step towards making the island’s power supply less vulnerable to natural disasters.
Stranded teachers unable to reach Pukapuka
Thursday 9 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
A group of teachers trying to reach Pukupuka before the school year begins are stranded in Rarotonga while they wait for the northern island’s airport to be repaired.
Pa Enua focus of major donor meeting
Wednesday 8 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Challenges faced by people in the Pa Enua will be high on the agenda when a group of major international donors visits the Cook Islands next month.
Atiu airport to get $4m upgrade
Tuesday 7 January 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Atiu’s run-down airport will be given a $4 million upgrade over the coming months as part of a long-term plan to boost the island’s tourism economy.
Red Cross keeps emergency phones open
Tuesday 3 September 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The Cook Islands Red Cross raised $7300 as part of their door knock appeal to keep the satellite phones on the outer islands turned on during the cyclone season from November 2013 to April 2014.
Coastal management talks in Mangaia
Saturday 31 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Another successful meeting was held in Mangaia to discuss coastal fisheries management recently.