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Articles by Al Williams
Recidivist sentenced to probation
Friday 8 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man with a history of domestic violence has been sentenced to 12 months of probation and three-months community service.
In brief: Court news
Friday 8 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing intent to injure, wounding with intent to injure, contempt of court and escaping prison charges will appear in court later this month.
Wandering dogs out of control
Thursday 7 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Authorities are ‘putting out fires’ dealing with roaming dogs on Rarotonga.
Promising rugby players head to New Zealand
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Two up and coming women rugby players leave Rarotonga for New Zealand next week to join a new development programme.
Changes to public health assistance
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora public health team members have not escaped Covid-19 infections and as a result a number are currently isolating.
Police leadership undergoes changes
Wednesday 6 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Police leadership bid a warm welcome back to Rarotonga for Glyn Rowland from the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police (PICP) Secretariat in Wellington.
Motorist refuses to co-operate with police
Tuesday 5 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A motorist is due in court on Thursday after refusing to give a statement and undergo an alcohol screening test following a crash on Rarotonga over the weekend.
Health resources stretched, staff working 12-hour days
Tuesday 5 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health staff are working 12-hour days and calling in Pa Enua personnel for support as resources are stretched.
In brief: Court news
Monday 4 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Lucas Kamana appeared in court after failing to make an appearance on Wednesday last week.
Taking forward steps in spite of struggles
Saturday 2 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend
Rarotonga tourism operators Kave and Jules Tamaariki have put the pandemic behind them and are taking forward steps.
White sandy beaches lure Kiwi academic out of retirement
Saturday 2 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend
Professor Heather Worth thought she had retired when she settled in Ophir – a small settlement in Central Otago, New Zealand – until an opportunity came her way to swap the icy cold temperatures for the tropical shores of Rarotonga.
In brief: Court news
Friday 1 April 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Asaeli Ngahe appeared before Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams on a charge of driving while disqualified.
Kitesurfers upskill, put wind in their sails
Thursday 31 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
For most residents being in a bubble in the Cook Islands was a blessing and one of the best places in the world to be in during the Covid-19 related border closure.
Cooks in the fight for transgender equality
Thursday 31 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands is among the region’s sexual and gender diversity network calling on Pacific Islanders to fight for full equality for all transgender people.
Pitt stood down as BTIB chairman
Tuesday 29 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
George Pitt has been stood down from his role as chairman of the board for the Business Trade and Investment Board.
Visitor left injured after dog attack
Tuesday 29 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A Kiwi visitor to Rarotonga says it’s only a matter of time before someone is seriously injured or killed following a dog attack which left him bitten, grazed and bruised.
‘Attempting the world’s slowest half marathon’
Monday 28 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Sports, Triathlon
First time Cook Islands visitor, Kiwi broadcaster and travel writer Tim Roxborogh took on the ‘Pursuit in Paradise’ marathon on Aitutaki and recounts his steps.
Rising cost of living in the Cook Islands
Saturday 26 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Weekend
The cost of living in the Cook Islands is climbing as the world feels the credit crunch while accommodation and travel expenses here return to pre Covid-19 levels.
Additional charges
Friday 25 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Suspended Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau and former secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands Diane Charlie-Puna face additional charges as a date for their trial looms.
New Solicitor General overwhelmed by warm welcome
Friday 25 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands has welcomed a new Solicitor General and he comes with an impressive CV.
