Outer Islands
Rapid progress of work
Thursday 31 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Work on the Avatiu port’s new inter-island shipping shed is expected to be finished by the end of this week.
Pukapuka solar power system goes to tender
Thursday 31 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Tenders are being called to construct centralised solar power systems with back-up diesel generation on the islands of Pukapuka and Nassau.
Uma Shipping not subsidised
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The director of the country’s newest shipping service has quashed any rumour it is receiving government subsidies.
Depopulation reduces roll
Tuesday 29 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The principal of Avatea School says a drop in the school roll can be attributed to depopulation.
Pukapuka NZ claim Pacific Cup
Friday 25 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Pukapuka New Zealand proved why they were the Women’s Pacific Cup favourites after securing the title with an eight-wicket victory on Wednesday.
Strong start
Thursday 24 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Placings at the NZ O’pen BIC Manly Sailing Club: TeAkaou Framhein 2nd under 15, 3rd overall Helen Johnson 5th overall Vanic Teina 1st open grade, 7th overall Tamarua Marsters 8th overall Martin Marsters 19th equal Young Cook Islands sailors have made a great start to their preparations for the Auckland Optimist Championships by placing highly at the NZ O’pen Bic competition in Northland.
Japanese film 'Great Voyagers' in Aitutaki
Saturday 19 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
A Japanese film crew is in Aitutaki to make an educational film about voyagers past.
Nassau's Maneanea sports magic
Saturday 19 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
What was once known to be just a motu for the people of Pukapuka now hosts a thriving community with its own sports competition.
Akatokamanava
Friday 18 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Captained by Ianis Boaza and co-pilot Eugene Tatuava, the plane lands smoothly on the Mauke runway.
Fisheries officers catch paua smugglers
Wednesday 16 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Random baggage checks have found paua (clam) continues to be smuggled illegally out of Aitutaki to Rarotonga.
Giant clams on the move
Wednesday 16 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Don’t be alarmed – the giant clams in this photo by marine biologist Tina Weier are for a conservation project in Aitutaki.
Sharks face nervous wait
Wednesday 16 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
The Aitutaki Sharks’ participation in Rarotonga’s rugby league competition is hanging in the balance again this year.
The year in...Entertainment
Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
2012 was a greatly entertaining year for the Cook Islands - with international acts such as Shapeshifter, Ladi 6, and Tina Cross flying over to wow the masses, with local acts like Kura Happ and Credence Pita having just the same effect.
Outer island building materials stuck in Rarotonga
Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Building materials destined for Manihiki and Pukapuka have not reached the islands due to shipping cargo overloads.
Coconut crab on the menu!
Monday 14 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
When it comes to feeding the family – Bonnie Kietonga of Tipitoi in Tupapa turns to Mother Nature for her bounty.
U17 squad prepares
Saturday 12 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Final preparations for the under 17 men’s national soccer squad are currently in progress for stage one of the Oceania Qualifying tournament to be held in Apia, Samoa from January 22 to 26.
Mitiaro mama Mii stays active
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
She might have travelled to Mitiaro to retire, but the work never stops for New Year honour recipient Mii O’Bryan.
Akai's rise yields honour
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
For baker Terae Akai, the new year honour caps a 54-year connection to the outer island of Atiu.
Charlie surprised by honour
Saturday 5 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
An 85-year-old who spent over 30 years serving the people of Aitutaki admits he is surprised with his New Year honour.
Kwai sailing back up north
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Outer Islands
Sailing vessel Kwai is set to arrive in Nassau on January 6 after departing Rarotonga on New Year’s Eve.