Saturday 11 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National, Outer Islands
A ra’ui has been placed in the southern part of the lagoon for Tongareva’s homecoming event to be held in December 2025.
Saturday 11 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro presided over various court matters, including custody matters and cases involving driving offences, assault, and wilful damage, at the Criminal Court on Thursday.
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 14-year-old juvenile suspected of committing multiple crimes, such as theft, burglary, and unlawful taking of motorcycles, appeared in a closed court session yesterday.
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health says there will be a temporary relocation of Tupapa Health Care services from Monday, May 13, due to a project with Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC).
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Other Sports, Sports
Two government agencies have denied involvement in Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee’s (CISNOC) selection process for its new secretary general.
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
The proposed Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2024 would require businesses currently importing and selling tobacco to reapply for a permit.
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Business, Features, Local, National
Selling tie-dye bed sheets or pareu is not only a source of income, but also a way of keeping the art of hand printing or tie-dye alive for young mothers and older women.
Thursday 9 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The daughter of the outgoing secretary general has been named the new head of Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) following a ‘comprehensive selection process’.
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A young man has been sentenced to 12 months’ probation supervision for two separate assault charges where one of the victims was an international league player.
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The role of the head of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) is being advertised as the ministry plans ‘festivities’ to mark its 40 years of service in the Cook Islands.
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A motorist who crashed into the TEM Store in Tupapa in January this year has been ordered to pay around $9,000 in reparations for damages to the store and its goods.
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
A juvenile known to police is suspected of stealing a motorbike from Club Raro last week.
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police Commissioner’s future is expected to be decided by the Cabinet.
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health says the new mammogram machine to replace the outdated one is still in it procurement discussion stage.
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Member of Parliament for Tupapa-Maraerenga, George “Maggie” Angene has procured a digger for the people of Rarotonga.
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman who was convicted of common assault has received a suspended six-month sentence.
Saturday 4 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Other Sports, Weekend
Young mothers face challenges every day, and local rugby league player Sunielia Tom’s message is to live in the moment, avoid stressing yourself out, be patient with your child, and find strength in prayer.
Saturday 4 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition premier men’s semifinal between defending champions Arorangi Bears and Minor Premiership holders Avatiu Nikao Eels promises to be an exciting and intense clash.
Saturday 4 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A number of court matters were presided over by Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning at the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday.
Saturday 4 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
A small business supplier of imitation tobacco products including vape is calling on Te Marae Ora Ministry for Health to consider reviewing the Tobacco Products Control Amendment Bill 2024.