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Articles by Caleb Fotheringham
Rarotongan food celebration expands to week-long festival
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Entertainment, National
Following the successful Barbecue Pitmasters competition in 2021, the event has been turned into a week-long food festival that’s set to get bigger.
Cannabis, the burning question in the Cooks
Saturday 25 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cannabis laws are relaxing globally, even Thailand a country with a history of strict drug legislation decriminalised marijuana cultivation and possession earlier this month.
Rape trial continues, Judge back after Covid
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
A rape trial is back on in the High Court after a three-day hiatus because the Judge had Covid-19.
Ministry monitors health of Mangaia’s marine environment
Friday 24 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) staff took part in a research expedition on Mangaia to monitor the island’s marine environment.
Democratic party accused of campaigning in disguise
Thursday 23 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The Opposition Democratic Party’s visits to primary schools this week for ‘career talks’ has been questioned by the Prime Minister who claimed the visits were campaigning in disguise and ‘smacks of desperation’.
Superannuation funds in decline as world markets tumble
Wednesday 22 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Global stock markets are tanking and it’s directly impacting the Cook Islands Superannuation Fund with all three fund options showing negative returns since the beginning of this year.
Prime Minister confirms Cannabis referendum
Wednesday 22 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National
Prime Minister Mark Brown last night confirmed a cannabis referendum will be part of this year’s General Election to be held on August 1.
Cooks to host Aviation Ministers Meeting
Wednesday 22 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands will host 18 Pacific nations virtually for the Regional Aviation Ministers Meeting today.
Ability Games participants get into the Olympic spirit
Wednesday 22 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
The Ability Games were hosted by Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Ability Olympics kicks off week of sporting events
Tuesday 21 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) kicks off its annual Ability Olympics today at the National Stadium.
Cannabis referendum decision expected this week
Tuesday 21 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The cannabis debate will continue as the much anticipated decision on whether Cook Islands voters will have their say in a referendum will be made this week.
Rarotonga Seawall bursting with colour
Tuesday 21 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Alex Coupe from Auckland says Rarotonga seawall mural is “lovely” and is particularly fond of the coconut crab illustration.
Removal of ‘speed bumps’ eases traffic flow
Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
Traffic was diverted around Empire Bridge from Monday to Wednesday this week to create space for asphalt to be laid.
Supermarkets set to increase prices to cover shipping costs
Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga businesses will have to increase the price of goods they import to cover the cost of shipping from the United States.
Census data indicates resident population up
Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The latest census data indicate Cook Islands’ resident population has increased despite reports of depopulation due to Covid-19 related exodus.
Local tussle with a tourist
Saturday 18 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Robert Graham pleaded guilty in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday last week for common assault after having a “tussle” with a visitor.
Judge tests positive for Covid-19, rape trial on hold
Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
The jury trial for a man charged with rape and multiple other sexual offences has been put on pause after the Judge overseeing the case contracted Covid-19.
Political parties urge electorates to 'use your right to vote'
Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
With 2022 General Election date announced, political parties hoping to get into power are urging people to exercise their right to vote.
Drink driving offences dominate criminal court this week
Friday 17 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National
Drink driving offences were the main focus of the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday with four people charged with excess breath alcohol and one with excess blood alcohol.
Citizens Against Corruption files application against Deputy PM
Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Citizens Against Corruption (CAC) lawyer Norman George filed in the High Court on Monday an application seeking a Declaratory Judgment to challenge the reinstatement of Robert Tapaitau as Deputy Prime Minister.
