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Alleged brawlers told to clean their act up in court

Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Multiple men have appeared in court charged with fighting in a public place following an incident at Super Brown in Nikao on Sunday January 28.


Construction of new multi-million dollar five star resort is underway

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Construction of a $20 million resort is underway in what is understood to be Rarotonga’s first five- star operation. Al Williams reports.

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Trio found guilty in high profile corruption case

Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former National Environment Service (NES) director Nga Puna, and his wife and former Secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI), Diane Charlie-Puna have been found guilty of “all or most offences” following a judgement given by Chief Justice Patrick Keane.

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Trio guilty in high-profile corruption case

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Court, Crime, National

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former National Environment Service (NES) director Nga Puna, and his wife and former Secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI), Diane Charlie-Puna have been found guilty of “all or most offences” following a judgement given by Chief Justice Patrick Keane.


Cops cagey about China visit

Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police are keeping quiet about the visit of a senior officer to the People’s Republic of China.


Cops urge motorists to make the change

Tuesday 30 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National

Last year ended with December recording the highest number of monthly road incidents on Rarotonga, including a fatal in Aitutaki, for 2023, and cops say they are ‘under-resourced and under-staffed’ in being able to tackle the figures.


Assault accused fails bid for bail

Tuesday 30 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man charged with multiple assaults on a female has failed in his bid to be released from custody.


Recidivist offender fails in bid for freedom

Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man with a lengthy list of alcohol related offending has pleaded for his freedom without success.


Assault accused granted name suppression

Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man charged with common assault has been given interim name suppression following his first appearance in court.


Feeling the pinch at the checkout

Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Food and non-alcoholic beverages have weighed heavily in pushing up annual inflation.


Defence lawyer to appeal interim name suppression decision

Saturday 27 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Lawyer Norman George will appeal a decision by Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning to deny his client interim name suppression.


Court news

Saturday 27 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

Assault accused to defend himself


Tears in court as man pleads for brother’s freedom

Friday 26 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

The brother of a man facing burglary charges has pleaded through tears with the court to release him, to help care for their wheelchair bound father.


Lewis hands in resignation to CISNOC

Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, Local, National, Other Sports, Sports

New Education Secretary Owen Lewis has handed in his resignation to the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC), while it is understood he will remain in an acting position, unpaid, as secretary general until a suitable replacement is found.


Visitor arrivals jump 26 per cent in 2023

Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Tourism

Visitor arrivals for 2023 have jumped 26.3 per cent of the number recorded in the year 2022, exceeding the expectations of the Cook Islands tourism industry.

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Volunteer fire brigade kicks off 2024 with more resources

Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade has new resources in the battle against the blaze.


Immigration policy changes on hold awaiting PM approval, says MFAI

Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

The proposed immigration policy changes considered by the National Labour Advisory Board (NLAB) in September last year are sitting with Prime Minister Mark Brown for his approval, says the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI).

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$1.7 million govt electric cars not compatible with charging station

Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National

A $1.7 million fleet of electric cars bought by the government were not compatible with the intended charging station at Te Aponga Uira (TAU), forcing authorities to install two at the Office of the Prime Minister. Al Williams reports.

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Contractors stumped as to what caused $600k lift to break down

Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

The nation’s only public elevator is back in action, but what exactly caused it to fail has contactors stumped.


Opposition questions Education appointment, PM defends choice

Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, National

Opposition Leader Tina Browne criticised the government for ignoring a selection panel’s recommendation in appointing the new Education Secretary, while Prime Minister Mark Brown defended the decision. Al Williams reports.

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