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National
Abandoned house up in flames
An abandoned Atupa house on the backroad of Nikao went up in smoke and flames yesterday afternoon with authorities and neighbors puzzled as to what caused the outbreak.
Defendants must attend court proceedings
A defence lawyer has raised concerns with the Court over recent media reporting of her client’s non-attendance to court proceedings. However, the Justice of the Peace said that a defendant must be at the hearings and it was not optional.
Young orators captivate audience at Rarotonga Māori Speech comp
Te Maraurau o te Pae Apii Ministry of Education Rarotonga Primary Schools Māori Speech Competition was held this week at Te Are Karioi National Auditorium over two nights.
New Zealand peanut recall doesn’t affect local stock
Two budget brands of peanut products are being recalled in New Zealand due to high levels of aflatoxins, but a local importer says their stock isn’t affected.
Te Ipukarea Society: Cook Islanders gain insights on sustainable Blue Economy practices in US
The International Visitors Leaders Programme (IVLP) funded by the U.S State Department nominated 10 representatives from the Pacific who work within the ‘Blue Economy’ to participate in a three-week long knowledge exchange programme in the United States.
Referendum needed to decide UN membership, says Elikana
Cook Islands Minister of Foreign Affairs Tingika Elikana says a referendum would allow its people to decide whether to join the United Nations and separate from New Zealand.
Browne calls for $12 minimum wage
Opposition leader Tina Browne is calling for a $12 minimum wage increase, criticising the government’s spending and suggesting to use the saved money for the wage increase.
Local charity pays it forward with donation to support new mums and families
Autism Cook Islands has kindly donated $1340 cash that was raised from their Art Auction last year, to the Nui Rarotonga group.
Pride and unity: Inaugural Anuanua Week promotes inclusivity in Cook Islands
Pride Cook Islands is proud to announce their partnership with Te Tiare Association in presenting the LGBTQIA+ Anuanua Week – a vibrant celebration of love, acceptance, and unity in the Cook Islands.
$350 fine for reckless driving and ignoring police signals
A motorist has been convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $300 and $50 court cost for dangerous driving and failure to stop.
Motorcyclist fined $500 for dangerous driving, speeding
A motorcyclist who was reported for dangerous driving and speeding last week has been convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $500.
Court briefs
Defence counsel Norman George has elected for three Justices of the Peace trial for his client Sina Sostris Daniel.
Vaka Marumaru Atua to set sail for Hawaii for Festival of Pacific Arts
Vaka Marumaru Atua with a crew of 16 including youth from Pa Enua islands will sail to Hawaii for the Festival of Pacific Arts.
Apii Avarua students win top trophies in Māori Speech Competition
Apii Avarua students took home the top trophies at Te Maraurau o te Pae Apii (Ministry of Education) Primary Schools Māori Speech Competition held on Wednesday night at Te Are Karioi National Auditorium.
Teamwork and creativity shine at Rotaract Rarotonga’s The Great Easter Eggs-capade
Rotaract Rarotonga’s The Great Easter Eggs-capade held on Saturday was hailed a success despite less than the anticipated number of teams taking part in the event.
Tereora College stages cultural extravaganza at Te Are Karioi
Tereora College students will showcase their cultural talents this evening at 6pm at the Te Are Karioi National Auditorium.
Child Welfare Association and Te Marae Ora partner to improve infant nutrition
In promoting the wellbeing and nourishment of infants, the Cook Islands Child Welfare Association (CICWA) has received a generous donation of cooking utensils from Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Marine biologist says El Nino may be behind Penrhyn Island fish kill
Hundreds of milkfish were found dead in a pond in Penrhyn Island, possibly due to a combination of low pressure, heat and lack of oxygen in the water caused by El Nino, says a marine biologist.
Safe but shaken: Cook Islanders in Taiwan feel strong earthquake
A group of Cook Islanders visiting Taiwan had a close call with the strongest earthquake in a quarter-century that rocked the country on Wednesday morning, killing nine people and injuring more than 1000.
Tapaitau, Puna to appeal against ‘excessive’ sentence
The lawyer representing incarcerated former Cook Islands deputy prime minister has indicated that he will be filing an application to appeal the sentencing.
Vaiimene appointed new director of Cook Islands Meteorological Service
Former senior meteorological observer Maara Vaiimene has been appointed the new director of the Cook Islands Meteorological Service. Vaiimene commenced the top role on March 25.
Air NZ flight to Rarotonga turned back midway due to ‘technical fault’
Passengers flying in and out of Rarotonga faced delays up to six hours after an Air New Zealand flight took a U-turn on Monday morning (Cook Islands time).
