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Articles by Al Williams
Arrest process slammed: ‘Police did not conduct themselves according to law’
Friday 16 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Police conduct has been slammed by a Justice of the Peace in dismissing drink and careless driving charges in court yesterday.
Tropical Christmas Santa parade postponed
Thursday 15 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Christmas has briefly been postponed, well at least the Tropical Christmas Santa Parade on Rarotonga, as persistent rain continues to pound the island.
Retro revival on high rotation for one last spin
Thursday 15 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Big hair, ripped jeans and fluoros are back as Rarotonga braces itself for another dose of nostalgia before the sun sets on 2022.
Reported crime drops
Thursday 15 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, Local, National
While cops are anticipating a busy end of year season with crashes, domestic violence, theft and burglary adding pressure to frontline police, latest figures show reported crime is projected to be lower than pre Covid-19 years.
Cooks courts clogged with unpaid fines
Thursday 15 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Cook Islands courtrooms are continuing to be clogged with climbing numbers of people who haven’t paid their fines.
Cooks health authorities brush off Covid-19 concerns despite emerging reinfection rates
Tuesday 13 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Health authorities in the Cook Islands are brushing off Covid-19 concerns despite reinfection and hospitalisation rates jumping here and across the Pacific.
Cooks get international exposure
Tuesday 13 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Handball, Sports
Cook Islands received a timely international exposure at the Men’s IHF Trophy Oceania tournament held last week in Rarotonga in preparation for a busy 2023 season.
Growers and farmers sow collective seeds in bid for better harvest
Tuesday 13 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, Local, National
A Cook Islands co-operative of farmers and growers are moving forward in marketing and branding their unique products here and around the world.
Cook Islands’ human rights measurement to continue
Monday 12 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, Local, National
A New Zealand-based human rights initiative is once again looking for buy in from the Cook Islands to ensure the rights of people are not breached by the state or other people in power or with authority.
Historic assault case thrown out after five years
Saturday 10 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
An assault case stretching back five years has been thrown out of court following lengthy correspondence between the defence and the victim.
JP: ‘This matter has become really, really messy’
Saturday 10 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A Justice of the Peace has expressed frustration as a case stretching back close to two years is dragging on.
Tahiti and Aussie prove their strength in handball tournament
Saturday 10 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Handball, Sports
Before the final day of the Men's IHF Trophy Oceania, the winners of both youth and junior tournaments had already been determined.
Retiring Chief Justice on his time here, suggestions for law reform
Saturday 10 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Features, Local, National
Retiring Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams KNZM, KC has spoken with Cook Islands News and shares some insight into our judiciary.
Accused denied festive booze as strict bail conditions continue
Friday 9 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man facing intent to injure charges has asked the courts if he can consume alcohol over the festive season despite bail conditions stipulating he can’t.
Race still on for Oceania handball crown
Friday 9 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Handball, Sports
Tahiti has stepped up in making their mark at the International Handball Federation Oceania Trophy Tournament on Rarotonga.
Cooks still in the fight for handball domination
Thursday 8 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Handball, Sports
The 2022 IHF Oceania Youth and Junior Men’s Trophy in Rarotonga continues with Australia, Tahiti and New Zealand proving their strength across the competition.
Domestic violence case: ‘No one deserves to be treated like that’
Thursday 8 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A Justice of the Peace has told a man while sentencing him for assaulting his partner that domestic violence is ignored by some and excused by others in the community.
Court told drink driving and careless use increasing on Raro
Wednesday 7 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who drove when nearly four times over the legal limit, and then crashed, has left the victim unable to continue playing contact sport.
Cooks drop the ball as Kiwis step up
Wednesday 7 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Handball, Sports
Cook Islands lost their pace on the court during the second day of competition in the International Handball Federation Oceania Trophy Tournament on Rarotonga.
Young Cooks athletes set to take on Kiwis at national champs
Wednesday 7 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Athletics, Sports
Young Cook Islands athletes have the first opportunity in two years to stretch their legs at the New Zealand Secondary Schools Track, Field And Road Race Championships.
