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Court briefs 03.03.2023

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

Ngamau Wichman Tou appeared in High Court last week, facing a charge of obtaining by false pretence which was replaced with a charge of forgery. Crown Prosecutor Jamie Crawford said the Crown had “finally received information from the Financial Intelligence Unit, as to why it took so long”. “We have given our position; we will […]

Court


New growth recorded for endemic Mitiaro species – Iniao

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

A survey recently conducted in Mitiaro has identified new growth of endemic species, Mitiaro fan palm.

Environment


Warring madness, or a sad anniversary

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The Ukrainians and the Russians are not the only people being hurt by this war. Possibly there are two impacts of the war that we have felt in the Cook Islands, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.

Church Talk


Drink drivers convicted, disqualified from driving for 12 months

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

Several people charged with drink driving appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta in the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday.

Court


Top of the table clash

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Panthers will be looking to finish their round one women’s rugby league competition undefeated when they take on Lady Eels this afternoon.

Rugby league


Cruise ship passengers enjoy Raro hospitality

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Tourism

Cruise ship MSC Magnifica anchored in Rarotonga bringing more than 2000 passengers with her.

Local


‘We will protect it and we will harvest it’: PM

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, Economy, National

Seabed explorer vessel Anuanua Moana has been blessed and named as she prepares for research work in Cook Islands waters.

Business


Starlink to benefit outer islands

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in

Dear Editor, This is great news (Starlink set to be launched by June, March 2, 2023). I’ve had Starlink since it was launched in Australia a few years back. It’s a game changer when it comes to a fast, reliable internet connection. I’m not sure if Rarotonga or the outer islands are connected via fibre optics (which provides faster up/download speed than Starlink). But if you are currently connected via a satellite provider, seriously consider switching to Starlink when it is made available.


Alleged rapist granted bail, matter heads to High Court

Friday 3 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in

The Criminal Court yesterday granted bail to a man facing charges of sex with a minor and rape.


Starlink set to be launched by June

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands

Elon Musk’s Starlink service should be up and running in the Cook Islands within a few months.

Economy


Delayed mental health facility undergoes ‘$700k expansion’

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, Local, National

Rarotonga’s long-awaited mental health facility project has been expanded to incorporate more buildings, following $700,000 donor support.

Health


Punching above her weight

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

If the Police Service was likened to boxing, then Sharon Kareroa is one officer who is consistently punching above her weight.

Local


Airport Authority supports national cultural events

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, National

Airport Authority Cook Islands has come on board to support the four national cultural events over the next two years.

Culture


Squash ready for new season

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Squash

Eleven teams have signed up for the first Cook Island Squash tournament of the year in the BSP Business House competition starting this evening (Thursday) at the TSA course in Nikao starting at 4.30pm.

Sports


Met Service keeps an eye on cyclones

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Meteorological Service is keeping an eye on upcoming tropical cyclones.

National


The big problem at Air NZ

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Opinion, Tourism

Kiwis trying to book a trip to Rarotonga will be frustrated with reduced flights to Rarotonga. On many days the airline is now only flying one daytime flight from Auckland to the Cook Islands, which was an astonishing $1800 return when I tried to book for June this year, writes Brook Sabin of Stuff.

National


Woman facing assault charge weeps in court

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A woman was crying and visibly shaken as she appeared in court on a charge of common assault.

Court


Out of control rubbish fires engulf ‘really dry’ Tupapa section

Thursday 2 March 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

What started out as a couple of rubbish fires soon got out of control. Ten volunteer firefighters were tied up for more than an hour trying to get the blaze under control in Tupapa yesterday.

Local


PET TALK: Cattle are extraordinary

Wednesday 1 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Cattle are multipurpose. They can produce meat and milk, and make excellent tractors. They pull ploughs, they tow trailers. They harvest their own fuel and provide fertiliser in return for fuel, writes Te Are Manu clinic medical director Dr Michael Baer.

Opinion


‘Timely’ arrival of emergency equipment from China

Wednesday 1 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National

The arrival of emergency equipment costing more than $150,000 for the Cook Islands has been hailed as “timely” in the wake of destructive weather events such as Cyclone Gabrielle.

Local


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