Crime
Te reo needs more work for survival in NZ
Tuesday August 08, 2017As the languages of the Cook Islands were celebrated in New Zealand last week, there was a renewed sense that more needs to be done to ensure their survival.
Burglary numbers drop, violence continues
Tuesday August 01, 2017Burglaries are down across Rarotonga and police hope the trend continues.
Seven graduate from programme for at-risk youth
Thursday July 20, 2017Seven youths graduated from Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute (CITTI) last week as part of a programme that catered to troubled and at-risk youth.
Warnings follow theft
Monday July 10, 2017A dream holiday to Rarotonga turned sour last week for one unlucky visitor following a petty theft just south of Fruits of Rarotonga while he was snorkelling.
Recidivism lands father of three in prison
Wednesday July 05, 2017An eight-time traffic offender ran out of second chances in the Avarua High Court last week. Ngatokorua Tonorio was the first of more than 44 cases before Justice of the Peace, Georgina Williams in Thursday’s court session – appearing for sentencing after earlier pleading guilty to a charge of refusal to undergo a breathalyser test.
Court of Appeal moves at a fast pace
Friday June 16, 2017The Avarua High Court was bustling with activity yesterday, with the Court of Appeal in full swing. Over seven cases were addressed including multiple new matters, two applications for provisional drivers’ licences, and multiple call overs.
Arrest over hidden knife
Wednesday June 07, 2017A man was arrested outside a town nightclub over the long weekend after being caught with a hidden knife.
Three offences in three years lands man with jail term
Tuesday May 30, 2017A man whose assault on a female was described as “callous and cruel” was sentenced to two months’ imprisonment, and 12 months’ probation in the Avarua High Court last week.
Bridge railing demolished in mystery smash
Tuesday May 30, 2017Police are hunting for the culprits who are believed to have driven into the reinforced concrete bridge railing near Raro Fried Chicken over the weekend.
