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Articles by Chris Taylor
Thieves target sleeping tourists
Monday 28 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Multiple thefts were reported to police this week in Rarotonga, with some tourists targeted while they slept nearby.
Holiday adventure turns into an ordeal
Friday 25 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
What should have been an enjoyable experience for two visitors to Rarotonga turned into a painful ordeal for one of them last Sunday.
Barge's journey to the water hits dramatic snag
Friday 25 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
The journey of the new Ports Authority Aitutaki barge has been one long adventure – before it’s even hit the water.
Produce levy hits consumers in the pocket
Friday 25 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Fruit and vegetable prices are set to rise in the annual levy imposed by government from September 1 until November 30.
Crashes prompt safety warning
Friday 25 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Slow down and drive safely.
Leadership skills bring promotion
Friday 25 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Cook Islands Police Constable Lisa Tatakura was recognised this week for her outstanding leadership qualities and initiative with a promotion to Acting Sergeant.
First stop Penrhyn for land court
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Penrhyn island will be the first destination on the whistle-stop Land Court visit to the Northern group set to start on Monday.
Students study healthy lifestyle choices
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Education
Students at Nukutere, Titikaveka and Tereora Colleges are taking part in a Healthy Lifestyles programme being taught at secondary schools, and the results will be used to track their future health.
Punanga Nui tar, fresh off the boat
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
It wasn’t just food suppliers eagerly awaiting goods to be delivered this week once the Liloa II container ship was finally unloaded at Avatiu harbour on Monday.
Dialysis could have saved NZ tourist
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
A dialysis machine could have saved the life of a woman who recently died in Rarotonga while on holiday.
It's all go at the wharf
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
It was all action at Avatiu wharf yesterday afternoon as the Ports Authority geared up to crane their new barge into the harbour.
Still there, and berth is still free
Tuesday 22 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
The Pacific Schooners Ltd vessel Tiare Taporo is still taking up prime berthing space at Avatiu harbour.
New FIU head comes well equipped
Tuesday 22 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Financial Supervisory Commission has a new face heading the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
Police solve a 'cold case' no problem
Monday 21 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Clever eye-witness foils “Dumb and Dumber” robbery attempt
Dogs in the gun
Monday 21 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Menacing dogs on the island are being dealt with, the Cook Islands Police Service says.
Demos claim win in Ivirua
Monday 21 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party has retained the tightly held seat of Ivirua in the much-anticipated Mangaia by-election held on Thursday.
Spirit of Elvis rocks Raro restaurant
Friday 18 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
It may have been 40 years since Elvis Presley, the king of rock ‘n’ roll passed away, but he was alive and well – at least in spirit, at Vaima on the Beach’s Presley tribute on Wednesday night.
Good start for jet charter service
Thursday 17 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s new private jet charter service is going well, says Air Rarotonga managing director Ewan Smith.
Rarotonga fishing company up for sale
Thursday 17 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s main fresh fish retail outlet, Ocean Fresh, is up for sale.
Windy weather delays container ship's arrival
Wednesday 16 August 2017 | Written by Chris Taylor | Published in Local
A container ship which has stood off Avatiu for the past five days won’t be able to berth until strong winds drop – which might not be until Friday or Saturday.
