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Articles by Al Williams
Police forbid three teen motorists from driving
Tuesday 16 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Three teenagers, all aged 19, were forbidden from driving in the early of hours of Sunday on Rarotonga.
‘Wat-er waste!’
Tuesday 16 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A lobbyist has called out the group responsible for replacing Rarotonga’s water network with claims the new $90 million system has not been designed to respond to the environment.
Henderson to reapply for top role
Monday 15 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
The Government’s Financial Secretary Garth Henderson is considering reapplying for his job as it has been advertised.
Cook Islands Knitters recognised for efforts during conflicts
Saturday 13 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features
Mamas were among those honoured as Cook Islands commemorated 103 years since the signing of the Armistice, which ended World War One (WWI). A crowd gathered at the Cook Islands RSA on Thursday for a remembrance service to mark the date and time WWI ended in 1918 and to honour those who have supported them and others in conflict.
Three people bitten, livestock mauled in spate of dog attacks
Saturday 13 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Three people, including two children have been bitten during a spate of dog attacks on Rarotonga in recent weeks.
Not a proud record: Cook Islands biggest drinkers in the world
Saturday 13 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands has been crowned the highest consumer of alcohol per capita in the world. The findings come as no surprise to those who have been calling for a clampdown on excessive alcohol consumption in the country.
Crime stats show drop in burglary and crashes
Thursday 11 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Reported crime on Rarotonga is trending downwards but residents are being warned not to become complacent.
Customs ‘provide pieces of the puzzle’ in NZ’s cocaine bust
Thursday 11 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
A Cook Islands border agency played a major role in netting one of New Zealand’s biggest cocaine hauls.
Stage set for Netball already in Paradise tournament
Wednesday 10 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Netball, Sports
Dynamic netball talents will be on show in the Netball already in Paradise tournament.
Cloud of smoke hangs over cannabis claims
Wednesday 10 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga resident Steven Boggs claims Cook Islands marijuana laws are being contravened while a cloud of smoke hangs over a rational response.
Government subsidy extended, private sector seeking support beyond Jan 13
Tuesday 9 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
While wage subsidies and sole trader grants have been extended through to the end of January, the announcement is being treated with caution by the tourism sector.
Driver escapes conviction after car crashes into Marumaruatua causing damage
Monday 8 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man who lost control of his vehicle causing it to launch off the dock into Avarua Harbour and damage Marumaru Atua has escaped conviction.
Opposition slams water shortage
Monday 8 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
A call from To Tatou Vai to conserve water has been slammed by an Opposition MP
Police record second cannabis cultivation bust
Saturday 6 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
A 38-year-old man is in police custody after a raid on an Arorangi residence yielded a quantity of cannabis seedlings.
Men in Crisis: ‘Our men are dying young’
Saturday 6 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Health, National
A staggering majority of men are heading towards early deaths as a joint project by Te Marae Ora (TMO), Ministry of Health and the Rarotonga Rotary Club rolls through Rarotonga.
Cannabis accused gets bail following third appearance
Friday 5 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing cannabis cultivation charges has been given bail after his third appearance in court.
Custody continues for cannabis accused as investigation ongoing
Wednesday 3 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing cannabis cultivation charges has been remanded in custody for a second time as police build a case against him.
Rape accused allowed to return to Mangaia following pleas from associate
Tuesday 2 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man facing a raft of indecency charges involving a child has been bailed to his home in Mangaia despite Crown opposition.
Alleged drug dealer denied bail by court
Monday 1 November 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
A man facing drug dealing and money laundering charges was denied bail after his parents offered the court a $10,000 bond to free him from custody.
Suspended DPM and high profile bureaucrats excused from court attendance as fraud and theft investigations continue
Saturday 30 October 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Suspended Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau, former director of the National Environment Service Nga Puna, and former secretary of Infrastructure Cook Islands Diane Charlie-Puna have been excused from appearing in the High Court.
