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Drunk driver convicted after crashing rental car into creek

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The 43-year-old driver, who drove a rental car off the Nikao seawall and into a creek, has been convicted and ordered to pay $9000 in reparations to the rental company.

Consultant ordered to pay over $9k after careless driving incident

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A consultant employed by Maritime Cook Islands was ordered to pay a $9309 restitution after being discharged for a driving-related matter.

Expat worker discharged without conviction after long delay

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A foreign worker, who was expected to be sentenced for a 2022 careless driving causing injury charge, has been discharged without conviction.

Six dog breeds banned in Cook Islands due to ‘temperament issues’

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National

Six breeds of dogs are banned in the Cook Islands, according to Police spokesperson Trevor Pitt. They are American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Terrier, Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Dogs, Doberman, and Rottweilers.

Temperature soars to 32.9°C as marine heatwave lingers

Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands is experiencing its warmest weather of the year due to a marine heatwave, but the forecast predicts a return to normal weather patterns next month.

Kata: Agriculture

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Defending champs seek redemption

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

As the titans of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition clash once again, anticipation is at fever pitch for another thrilling weekend of matches.

Last-gasp goal crushes Cooks’ Nations Cup dreams

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

A stunning free-kick just minutes from full-time has ensured that Samoa will take their place at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 in June.

Students champion sustainability at annual Te Tateni Korero Māori

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National

Titikaveka College held its annual Te Tateni Korero Māori, Māori Speech Competition, centered around the theme of “Mana Tiaki – Tiaki e te akono i to tatou Matakeinanga (Regenerative Tourism – Guardians of our Environment, Culture & Ways)”.

Preserving paradise: Cook Islands shares ra’ui knowledge in Hawai’i

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Environment, Features, Local, National

Representatives from the Cook Islands are participating in the University of Hawai’i Rāhui (Ra’ui) Workshop to learn more about traditional ra’ui management systems for marine resources.

Cook Islands promotes trust industry in US

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

The Cook Islands Financial Services Development Authority (FSDA) promoted the Cook Islands trust industry at a major estate planning event in the United States last week.

Kermode soars towards dream

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend

Fuelled by a passion for aviation and a relentless drive to conquer the skies, a determined 18-year-old Kanoa Kermode has set his sights on joining the Australian Defence Force (ADF) next month, with the ultimate goal of becoming a pilot.

Thomas Wynne: Leadership – the answer or the problem?

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Guilty as charged, and now the sentence has been handed down and jail terms will commence. Not just for the three defendants that appeared in Court yesterday but for us all, our country’s good reputation and a withdrawal made from the public bank of trust and goodwill, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

Te Ipukarea Society: Flying high with a truly sustainable fishery

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

How many of you have tried the maroro tunutunu (grilled flying fish) available at various outlets around Rarotonga? This traditional Cook Islands treat, often eaten at breakfast time, is something everybody should try.

Teen injured in Nikao motorcycle collision

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National

A renewed call has been made to crack down on uncertified helmets following a crash yesterday morning involving a 16-year-old female motorcyclist who sustained a facial injury.

Former DPM and senior civil servants to serve prison time

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

Former Cook Islands deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau and two former senior government officials, Ngatokorua Puna and his wife Diane Charlie-Puna, were taken to Arorangi Prison yesterday morning after receiving prison sentences.

Kata: Fertiliser shortage

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Ex-Deputy PM, civil servants jailed for public funds fraud

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

The former deputy prime minister and two former senior civil servants have been handed prison sentences for fraudulently using $70,000 in public funds.

Redemption or repeat?: Panthers face off against Bulldogs again

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports

In a highly anticipated clash in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s premier men’s competition this afternoon, Tupapa Panthers are gearing up to face off against Titikaveka Bulldogs at Aretere Park in Avatiu.

Churchtalk: Taking control of your circumstances

Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

A beautiful and powerful message, most appropriate and relevant at controlling compelling or confrontational situations, conditions, age and time, was preached by Elder Peter Graham of the Apostolic Church of Rarotonga on Sunday 10/03/24.