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Matavera’s new two storey commercial hub to open soon

In Matavera, the smallest district by land size on Rarotonga, a new two storey building “Te Waka” is set to redefine the local landscape with its mix of culinary delights, island apparel and commercial opportunities.

Court

Driver ordered to pay over $11,500 in reparations after crash

Terea Ngatokorua Maruaau, who appeared in court yesterday, has been ordered to pay over $3000 in reparations to the Te Aponga Uira (TAU) after falling asleep while driving a rental vehicle and crashing into a power pole in Nikao last month.

Singing their hearts out

Tough competition in the Karaoke Idol singing competition has resulted in two ‘wild card’ entrants selected by the judges to advance to the finals.

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‘Run for the Hub’

The Compassion Project Rarotonga (CPR) has come up with an energetic effort to raise funds for a hub that will serve as the centre of the local non-governmental organisation (NGO).

Local


Palmerston resolves mayor impasse

Bill Marsters has been appointed the Mayor of Palmerston Island after the three family heads on the island – Papa Bill for the Akakaingaro line, Bob Marsters (Matauia line) and Taepae Marsters (Tepou line) – agreed to resolve the impasse over this issue amicably.

National


Brutality claims unfounded: Police

Cook Islands Police say claims of brutality against one of their officers filed by a Fiji national ‘don’t stack up’.

Crime

No plans for booster shots

A government spokesperson says the Cook Islands is not considering Covid-19 vaccine booster shots at this stage.

Health


Happy to be home

It has cost Cook Islands taxpayers $94,000 to fly 87 people from Christchurch to Rarotonga on the first of two repatriation flights.

Local


Mobile desexing clinic completes Ngatangiia Puna

Te Are Manu Vet Clinic took their mobile desexing clinic to their fourth stop, the Ngatangiia Puna yesterday, where they were able to desex 12 dogs before midday. Only two vets are now carrying out the desexing procedures, as border closures have stopped overseas volunteer vets to fly over for additional help.

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‘No jab, no fly’ policy receives mixed response

Air New Zealand’s decision to ask customers to get ready for international travel by getting vaccinated has received a mixed reaction from Cook Islanders.

National


Aitutaki set to receive $32,400 for Bi-Centennial Celebrations

Each of the eight villages on Aitutaki will receive a cheque of $4050 from the Aitutaki Peoples Association Inc (APAI) of Rarotonga to assist with the expenses of hosting the island’s historic 200th Bi-Centennial Anniversary of Christianity’s arrival, later this month.

National


Empire bridge construction ‘on pause’

Work on the Empire Bridge is on pause while Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) waits for the Cook Islands National Environment Service to approve the rest of the project, which could happen in a month and a half.

Local


Concerns over ‘irresponsible behaviour’ on Rarotonga roads

More incidents of irresponsible behaviour on Rarotonga roads have prompted another reminder to motorists of responsible driving.

Local


Deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau suspended over corruption related charge

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been suspended pending outcome of his court case after he was revealed as the government member being charged with conspiracy to defraud.

Crime

Murienua holds ‘Food and Garage Sale’

The opening day of the ‘Food and Garage Sale’ yesterday organised by the Murienua community proved a major hit with more produce and delicacies expected today and tomorrow.

Local


Deputy Prime Minister ‘steps aside’

Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau has been revealed as the government member facing conspiracy to defraud charge.

Crime


Autism Cook Islands gears up for busy term 4

Autism Cook Islands spent last week wrapping up what had been a busy term 3 filled with activities. The organisation is already looking forward to what they will cover next term.

Local


Playground to open on Saturday

Jacob and Andrea Tuitoga have had a great start to the school holidays - the siblings were having fun at the Punanga Nui Playground yesterday.

Local


‘It’s about supporting, encouraging and developing young business women’

Cook Islands Business and Professional Women Association (BPW) celebrates 30 years of supporting women in business this year with a thread of ongoing events to follow their anniversary celebrations including a charity fundraising gala and the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards.

Local


Government plan for the returning Cook Islanders

Cook Islands Government has outlined its plan for the returning stranded Cook Islanders while keeping the country Covid-19 free.

Local


Festival goers show support for breast cancer awareness

Pink October kicked off to a great start yesterday in a joint effort between the Cook Islands Football Association and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation to host a ‘She Shines’ Football Festival at the CIFA Complex.

Local


Inmate admitted to hospital with breathing difficulties

An inmate from the Arorangi Prison was admitted as an in-patient at the Rarotonga Hospital last Friday October 3, after he was found having breathing difficulties.

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