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National
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.
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.
Court briefs
July 22
Old assault charge brought back
Teariki Araipu, who was earlier found guilty of assaulting a female, was sentenced to six months in prison to be served alongside the 18-month sentence he is currently serving.
Reason to smile
Down Syndrome persons were excited to receive prescription glasses to see more clearly with and six iPads to improve their motivation and individual learning abilities – all made possible through the New Zealand High Commission Fund.
Trans-tasman bubble suspension a blessing in disguise for the Cooks
New Zealand's decision to suspend quarantine-free travel with Australia will not only provide Cook Islands protection from the highly contagious Covid-19 variant but could also result in an influx of Kiwi tourists travelling into the country.
Government looking for new ‘spy’
Cook Islands Government is looking for an “intelligence specialist” to assist in surveillance and response to threats.
Rarotonga Sailing Club to host barbecue bash
A barbecue pitmasters competition is set to raise money for the Rarotonga Sailing Club and celebrate barbecuing.
Drivers urged to maintain distance
Motorists have been reminded to stay aware of safe travelling distances between vehicles following a nose-to-tail incident near Rarotonga International Airport.
Disqualified driver four times over the legal limit
A 29-year-old disqualified driver found four times over the legal drink driving limit is expected to appear in court today.
Budding farmers share fruits of their labour
Aspiring farmers from nine primary schools around Rarotonga converged on Constitution Park in Avarua to showcase and sell their fresh produce to the community.
‘Nosey’ the fur seal sunning at Avarua harbour
Oblivious to the chatter and curious stares from onlookers, the visiting yearling Kekeno/New Zealand fur seal nicknamed “Nosey” appeared to be casually enjoying its “sunning holiday break” on Rarotonga yesterday.
Local business moves past Covid-19 with expansion
A Cook Islands business is putting Covid-19 behind it and taking forward steps in expanding its workforce by branching out to retail.
Tug of war with post delivery expectations
New Zealand Post says mail from New Zealand to the Cook Islands should take no more than nine days to arrive but Vodafone Cook Islands remains adamant that any postal delays are from problems offshore.
Environmental changes main cause of fresh fish shortage, government says
The Head of the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) has refuted claims that overfishing is the cause of low fresh fish supplies that have affected Rarotonga’s residents and visitors for over a month.
Fuel prices increase, gas rates unaffected
Motorists are digging deeper into their pockets when paying for fuel after the Price Tribunal announced increases in petrol prices in the Cook Islands.
Mangaia’s colonial building turns into community hub
The refurbished Mangaia Lodge Community Centre is now home to the Mangaia Red Cross, the Mangaia Elderbility Home Care Services and Te Kainga Pa Metua on the island.
Rare visit from New Zealand fur seal
Since the travel bubble opened with New Zealand, a young Kekeno/New Zealand fur seal has also decided to pop in for a bit of a holiday to Rarotonga this week - travelling over 3000 kilometres from its home.
Assailants avoid prison sentence, gets warned
Two people convicted of assault have been given stern words in the Criminal Court at Avarua.
Young farmers – the future of agriculture
The students at Rutaki School were excitedly preparing yesterday for the first ever School’s Market Day which will take place today from 9am to 1pm at the Constitution Park in Avarua.
Reaching herd immunity ‘is no guarantee’
New variants of the Covid-19 virus will make it hard for countries like Cook Islands to achieve herd immunity, says a leading Pacific health expert.
Public assets worth $403 million
Government’s building portfolio and state-owned enterprises are expected to grow in value to $650 million over the next four years from the current worth of $403 million.
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