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Articles by Katrina Lintonbon
July is goal to reopen border
Tuesday 26 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
It’s been two months since any tourists have visited the Cook Islands – but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Roadworks progress around Rarotonga
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
If there is one good thing to come out of the Covid-19 crisis, it’s the ability to make progress on a number of infrastructure projects around Rarotonga while keeping workers in paid employment.
Bars and nightclubs set to reopen
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Bars and restaurants can remain open until 10pm, nightclubs expected to reopen this week, confirms police.
$76m phase two of Covid-19 Economic Response Plan
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Continued financial lifelines for people and businesses and economic recovery and diversification are main points outlined as part of phase two of the government’s economic response plan.
JP shows compassion for young offender
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Youth was on the side of a 17-year-old who appeared in court for failing to stop on demand and dangerous driving charges.
'I would hate for a little child to be the next victim'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Wendy Tuara is calling for dog owners to take responsibility, after her pet cat was mauled to death.
Businesses say 'stakes couldn't be higher'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
The Private Sector Taskforce has issued a white paper to the government that sets out a package of urgent stabilisation measures to help businesses and their employees survive the coming months.
Home to Raro, home to family
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
It was revolving doors at Edgewater Resort yesterday, as returning Cook Islanders came and went. Katrina Tanirau and Melina Etches report.
45 minute fight: Massive catch marks milestone
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Gordon Heather got an extra special present for his 30th birthday – a 262kg blue marlin.
Govt adviser is accused of refusing police order
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Senior government adviser Terry Rangi appeared in court yesterday charged with refusing a breath alcohol or blood test.
Expat worker to appeal drink-drive finding
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Police denied an expat worker his basic human rights when he failed a breath alcohol test, his lawyer says.
Tents for prison
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
When Arorangi Prison went into lockdown because of the threat of Covid-19, the co-operation of inmates and their families was praised by Minister of Corrections George Angene and Superintendent Teariki Purua.
'Learning how to be artists'
Tuesday 19 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
There is some magic being created in the art classes at Tereora College.
Cook Islanders around the world anxious to return
Tuesday 19 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Students, workers and returning Cook Islanders from around the world plead for better information.
Through the eyes of an artist: Young painter wins acclaim
Saturday 16 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Entertainment
There’s a certain way an artist holds a paint brush. Almost like their hand is being guided by an unseen force as they create something that can only be seen through their eyes.
Government is challenged to pay training fees
Saturday 16 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Hopes for government support to pay fees to upskill workers.
Repatriation flight: Double trouble on the tarmac
Saturday 16 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Cook Islands welcomes home 104 returning residents – and two very new ones!
Going in to bat for Māori cousins
Friday 15 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Small World
New Zealand National Party List-MP Alfred Ngaro said a lot of people are confused about why a Cook Islander has jumped to the defence of New Zealand Maori in regards to their rights to hold tangihana (funerals) on marae to grieve for their loved ones.
'Meitaki atupaka to our government for bringing us home'
Friday 15 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Another 100 Cook Islanders will be up early in Auckland today, to board a long-awaited flight home.
Listen to your Aunties and look after one another
Thursday 14 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
There’s uproarious laughter when Kia Orana Ambassadors Aunty Nane Papa and Aunty Lydia Nga sit down with Katrina Tanirau to talk about themselves, Cook Islands Tourism’s new Mana Tiaki campaign, and getting stuff for free.
