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Artefacts gifted to King’s Representative

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Features, Local, National

Veteran Kiwi journalist and Cook Islands News publisher John Woods has turned his hand to woodturning and is utilising his new found skills with Cook Islands native timber.

Features


Man facing assault charges against female free to travel

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A Crown prosecutor and defence lawyer have continued a heated argument in court over a Rarotonga man facing multiple assault charges against a female.

Court


Concern over Manuae Trust

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Environment, National, Outer Islands

Tension is building over the establishment of a Conservation Trust for the uninhabited atoll of Manuae.

Court


The arrival of the Gospel

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features, National

I wrote this muse two years ago, as we were celebrating the arrival of Gospel to Aitutaki, I thought it was worth raising up again in the light of Rarotonga’s 200-year celebrations in 2023, slightly edited of course, writes Paul Kauri, lead pastor at The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.

Church Talk


Drink driver avoids jail on fourth conviction: ‘It is difficult to ignore persistent offending; your drinking is the issue’

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man with multiple drink driving convictions was nearly seven times over the limit when he lost control of a motorcycle.

Court


Neighbours battle for village pride

Friday 10 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Village pride will be at stake when neighbours Titikaveka Bulldogs and Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles meet in the opening match of the Cook Islands Rugby League weekly 13s competition this afternoon at Teimurimotia Park.

Rugby league


Road incidents poised to return to pre-Covid levels

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National

Statistical data on traffic trends is reinforcing what Police have been predicting for the past several months, says spokesperson Trevor Pitt.

Crime


Minimum wage to be debated

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, Local, National

An independent panel tasked with recommending the changes to the minimum wage in the Cook Islands is due to meet today, as New Zealand hikes up its own minimum wage.

Business


Aitutaki cricket swing back into action

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports

After nearly a decade long break, cricket is swinging back in action on the island of Aitutaki. The 2022 season marked the island’s third year in reviving the sport “that most Aitutakians love to play and watch”, said Daniel Mataiti, president of Aitutaki Cricket Association.

Cricket


Inspiring women in maritime

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

The Bank of the Cook Islands yesterday hosted female crew members of the visiting US Coast Guard Cutter (USCGC) William Hart. The ship’s commander Cynthia S. Travers spoke at the event, sharing her experiences to inspire local women in maritime.

Local


Starlink set to enter Cooks market

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Regarding Starlink access into the Cook Islands, what is not confirmed in this article is who will be a local partner and it would be silly not to (Starlink set to enter Cook Islands broadband market, Cook Islands News, February 6).

Letters to the Editor


‘Like shooting fish in a barrel’

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National

A Ngatangiia resident has renewed a call to shorten the reduced speed zone through Muri as Police set up a checkpoint in the area for the second time in as many weeks.

Court


Was the haul of cocaine in Cook Islands waters?

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, Local, National

It’s likely more than three tonnes of cocaine found floating in the Pacific Ocean were recovered from Cook Islands waters – but authorities are tight lipped.

Crime


Vaka Paikea to get whale art as tribute to legendary Maori ancestor and his journey

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

According to Māori legend, Paikea, a great fisherman from the island of Mauke who gets lost at sea, landed on Aotearoa New Zealand on the back of a whale many centuries ago.

Culture


Tamarua for NRL All Stars clash

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islander Rochelle Tamarua will officiate the NRL All Stars women’s clash between Maori Women’s and Indigenous Women’s at Rotorua International Stadium in New Zealand this afternoon.

Rugby league


Understanding court process around succession, occupation right, and lease applications

Thursday 9 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, National

The Ministry of Justice is releasing three brochures relating to the Land Division of the High Court that will assist the Cook Islands community in understanding the court process around succession, occupation right, and lease applications.

Court


New Ombudsman looking to form human rights institute

Wednesday 8 February 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Culture, Local, National

The Cook Islands new Ombudsman will head to Fiji to continue with efforts in forming a Human Rights Institute.

Culture


Traffic infringements keep cops busy

Wednesday 8 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Court, Crime, National

More than 50 minor offence notices have been issued to Cook Islands road users in the five weeks since the New Year. Joanne Holden reports.

Court


Woman more than three times the limit abused others

Wednesday 8 February 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

A woman was more than three times over the legal drink driving limit when she stopped her vehicle and confronted the public with profanities.

Court


Cook Islands Prime Minister calls on Japan to protect oceans

Wednesday 8 February 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics, Regional

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has spoken with the Prime Minister of Japan about his concerns about the plans to dump nuclear discharge into the Ocean.

National


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