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Families outraged over scooter and bike thefts

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National

Cook Islands Police are investigating recent thefts of scooters and bikes, which they suspect are connected to juveniles, after three separate incidents occurred on the same day this week.

Crime


High Court delays sentencing in cannabis case, Judge questions defendant’s motive

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court

The sentencing of a man who was charged for cultivating cannabis and selling or offering to supply a Class C controlled drug has been adjourned to tomorrow.

Court


Community urged to be mindful of fire safety after Ngatangiia incident

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

A raging inferno fuelled by coastal winds that propelled flames up to the heights of nearby coconut trees in Ngatangiia was fortunately doused before reaching nearby properties this week.

Environment


Review panel established to address challenges facing Cook Islands Police

Thursday 3 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National

Government has established a review panel to assess the Cook Islands Police Service, identify areas for improvement, and develop a strategic plan for the future, with the aim of appointing a new Police Commissioner who aligns with the Service’s priorities.

Crime


Primary school athletic competition concludes with record participation

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Sports

Proud parents and families attended the annual CITC Prince of Wales Primary School Athletic Championship, a two-day event that concluded yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.

Athletics


Letter: Public payroll

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Two more job offerings in the newspaper by Cook Islands Investment Corporation. Your readers might want to have a look at CIIC's webpage and the small army of people standing proudly in the main picture.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: PAC report

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

The PAC report showed that only 13 out of 59 government entities, representing only 22 per cent, submitted their 2022-2023 performance reports. Forty-six (46) out of 59, which is 78 per cent of government entities, are not meeting their reporting obligations.

Letters to the Editor


Letter: A call for political reform

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In an interview gathering exercise for a BBC podcast on seabed mining (SBM) over a week ago, I mentioned that we have disproportionate representation i.e. my one vote is worth about 10 Raro votes. You can see why government makes sure to buddy buddy with the pa enua.

Letters to the Editor


Licensee anticipates delay in seabed exploration research

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National

Delays in the seabed minerals exploration and research are expected due to opposition and the efficiency of the regulatory system, says one of the three deep sea mining companies exploring the Cook Islands seabed.

Environment


Man convicted of motorcycle crash ordered to pay $5131 in reparations

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The man convicted of the motorcycle crash in Nikao last February has been ordered to pay $5131 in reparations to the victim.

Court


Cook Islands artist honours ancestral home with 100th exhibition

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

Cook Islands artist Sylvia Marsters returns to Rarotonga for her 100th career exhibition project with a new collection of paintings and prints, on Tuesday next week at the Bergman Gallery in Rarotonga.

Art


14 years in a row: Apii Avarua students jump, run and leap to victory – once again

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Sports

Apii Avarua has done it again, taking home the coveted CITC Prince of Wales Primary Schools Athletic Championship overall trophy.

Athletics


MPs spend nearly half of travel budget in less than three months

Wednesday 2 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament

Cook Islands Members of Parliament (MPs) have spent nearly half of their annual travel and allowance budget in less than three months.

National


Kata: Govt entities

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Kata


To Tatou Vai has legal authority to  charge water tariff, says CIIC chair

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism

Rarotonga water authority, To Tatou Vai (TTV), has the right to charge water tariffs for supply and services, says Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) chair Fletcher Melvin.

Economy


Mixed reactions as new water tariffs come into effect today 

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National

As water tariffs come into effect from today, business owners and residents say they have no other choice but to pay.

Economy


800 students compete in annual Prince of Wales Primary School Athletic Championship

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Athletics, Sports

Close to 800 students from 11 primary schools are competing in the annual CITC Prince of Wales Primary School Athletic Championship.

Athletics


Man denies driving related charge

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The defence lawyer of a man who has denied the charge of careless driving causing injury in Rarotonga, says there is insufficient evidence to convict her client.

Court


Cooks Breast Cancer Foundation focuses on raising awareness, supporting women’s health

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National

Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation will kick off another Pink October with a focus on raising awareness, supporting women’s health, and celebrating the progress being made in the fight against breast cancer—both locally and abroad.

Local


St Joseph’s Cathedral encourages unity among migrants

Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Church Talk, Features

Cook Islands Catholic Church Bishop Reynaldo Getalado has stressed the message that every migrant and Cook Islanders should be one family regardless of their cultures and languages.

Church Talk


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