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Articles by Al Williams
Cops find one in five vehicles non-compliant
Saturday 13 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
More than one in five four-wheeled vehicles are estimated to be non-compliant on Rarotonga.
Drink driving accused ‘out of control’, says lawyer
Saturday 13 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man who has entered guilty pleas to multiple drink driving offences has been described by his lawyer as “out of control”.
Teens bailed on burglary charges
Friday 12 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Three teenagers facing multiple burglary charges have been released from custody following a court appearance in Rarotonga on Thursday.
Assault accused remanded back into custody
Friday 12 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing a charge of common assault has been placed back in custody on the recommendation of his lawyer.
Try Alcoholics Anonymous, serial drink driver told
Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing his sixth charge of excess breath alcohol has been told Alcoholics Anonymous is an option for him after pleading with the court that he wants to turn his troubled life around.
Technology campaigners set sail for the Cook Islands
Wednesday 10 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend
A massive water access project is coming to the Cook Islands – by sail.
Motorist ‘very shocked’ following golf ball incident on Rarotonga
Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
A motorist had a frightening experience when her windscreen was smashed by a flying golf ball in the vicinity of the Rarotonga Golf Club in Nikao.
Kiwi muso raises the spirit on Raro
Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Entertainment, Features
High profile Kiwi musician Che Fu made an unexpected appearance at Rehab Nightclub on Rarotonga over the weekend to cap off a much needed ten-day break with his family.
Caregiver frustrated with health system
Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
96-year-old mother misses out on cataract surgery again.
Court briefs
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man who was over five times the breath alcohol limit has been disqualified from driving for 12 months.
Teens remanded in custody on multiple burglary charges
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Three teenagers facing multiple burglary charges have been remanded in custody following a court appearance in Rarotonga on Friday morning.
Fishing vessel rescued following engine failure
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Dozens of Police and Cook Islands Ports Authority staff have been involved in the rescue of fishing vessel Zambucca.
Jetstar flight arrives in Raro short of passenger luggage
Friday 5 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Jetstar passengers to Rarotonga have been left in the lurch after their luggage did not arrive with them.
Cops to change the rules for WOFs
Friday 5 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Police are changing the rules for those who issue a warrant of fitness in a “streamlining move for efficiency”.
BMX dream draws nearer
Friday 5 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Grand plans are turning into reality for BMX in the Cook Islands as there is heavyweight support behind a track.
Press and Government build better relationships on 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day
Thursday 4 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
It was only by coincidence when Cook Islands senior government officials met with senior Cook Islands News staff on World Press Freedom Day.
Weekend drink drive incidents continue to frustrate authorities
Thursday 4 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Weekend drink drive incidents on Rarotonga are frustrating Police as motorists are not getting message.
Court briefs
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
May 3, 2023
Old makes way for new as Raro retailer expands
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
A Rarotonga retailer is pressing forward with a development worth close to $1 million.
Chief Justice, Crown share concerns around attempted rape case
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A Chief Justice and Crown lawyer have both expressed concerns about the amount of time a man accused of attempted rape has spent in custody.