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Youngsters learn from the best at Junior Rugby League Clinic

More than 100 children gathered at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday to learn from the best of Cook Islands Rugby League international stars as part of the Cook Islands Athletic Development Junior Rugby League Clinic.

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Tropical Cyclone Pita downgraded to a low pressure, strong winds and heavy rain continue

Cook Islands Meteorological Service has confirmed this morning that Tropical Cyclone Pita has now been downgraded to a low pressure.

Judge slams Cook Islands criminal justice system

The Cook Islands criminal justice system has been slammed by Justice Christopher Toogood in convicting and discharging a man following a lengthy period of frustration.

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SPCA’s Volunteer house in line for an upgrade

The number of dogs residing at the Cook Islands SPCA shelter has nearly tripled in less than two years, while staff numbers are unchanged. Now, the organisation is turning to fixing up its volunteer house to attract more help.

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Putting passion over profession

Luisa Peters may be only 165 centimetres tall but she stands head and shoulders above many when it comes to her professional technique and strength. That goes for both weightlifting and the Police Service where the Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) Detective Constable has been a valued member of the team since 2019.

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Breathing new life into an old facility

Club Raro on Rarotonga has received a facelift in recent weeks as part of a combined effort to breathe new life into a facility constructed in the 1970s. Couple Tish and Owen Mete have been behind the two-month project.

Business


Public submissions open for major town project

The Panama beautification and Punanga Nui Market re-organisation project is gaining momentum with the National Environment Service yesterday announcing an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) permit application for public scrutiny.

Environment


Is the fate of our deep sea environment in the hands of the mining companies?

For some, the issue of seabed mining is not yet on their radar. For others, it’s a topic that’s too technical to understand so their interest drifts elsewhere. There are those who have already been convinced mining is the way to go. Then there are others who don’t want mining to ever go ahead. The truth is we simply do not know enough to make that decision.

Environment


‘E Lupe’ all the way from Wale wins Te Mire Atu

Seven talented composers participated in Te Mire Atu 2023 Composers Competition held at The Edgewater Resort this week. The annual event celebrated the original Cook Islands compositions by cultural artists.

Culture


Cook Islands Football Association leadership dispute lands in court

The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) leadership dispute has landed in Court, with ‘dismissed’ president Tiraa Arere filing for an immediate interim order to restore him to the top role.

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French ambassador visits Cook Islands National Council of Women

Ambassador of the Republic of France, Laurence Beau was humbled, honoured and touched to receive her first colourful ei katu and special gift of a rito hat from the members of the Cook Islands National Council of Women yesterday.

Local


Man guilty of injuring gets bail following night in custody

A man has been bailed after spending a night in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.

Court


‘Your abuse has stolen her life’ Man, 50, sentenced to eight years in prison for rape

(WARNING: This story contains graphic descriptions of the offences committed by the defendant). A Mangaia man who only stopped raping his teenage victim after she gave birth to their son has been sentenced to eight years in prison.

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Dancing in unity: Cooks, Korea celebrate decade long diplomatic relations

Drums, fire, cultural and contemporary dance performances dazzled dignitaries and guests at the 10-year celebration of diplomatic relations between Cook Islands and the Republic of Korea at Tamarind House on Wednesday night.

Business


‘Bad turn’ leads to crash outside Police Headquarters

An unlucky motorist was only a hop, skip and jump away from help in Avarua township when she took a bad turn.

Local


Aitutaki resident puts pen to paper to realise 10-year newspaper dream

Recognising an opportunity that takes dedication, hard work and thick skin, Aitutakian entrepreneur Alan Nanai has taken on producing the island’s Morning Star newspaper.

Local


Woman faces arson charge in connection to house fire

A 39-year-old woman has appeared in Court charged with arson in connection to a house fire in Arorangi on Sunday night.

Court


Penrhyn schools participate in inaugural Maths Quiz

The Penrhyn school of Tetautua crossed the island’s lagoon highway to attend the first Maths Quiz hosted by Omoka School last Friday.

Education


Man guilty of injuring and remanded in custody following three-day jury trial

A man has been remanded in custody following a three-day jury trial in which he was found not guilty of injuring a woman with intent but guilty of injuring her by an unlawful act.

Court


Parliament: Discussion on key Bills ruled out

There will be no debate of new and existing Bills in Parliament next week, as the 10-days’ notice has not been filed by Prime Minister Mark Brown.

National


Tourist arrivals slump in Feb

Tourism operators have been bracing themselves for the downturn after a quiet couple of months.

Economy


Cook Islands, Republic of Korea celebrate 10th anniversary of diplomatic relations

Prime Minister Mark Brown yesterday met with new Ambassador to the Cook Islands, His Excellency Changsik Kim, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary for the Republic of Korea.

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