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Tourist due in court following alcohol fuelled incident

Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National

A tourist accused of damaging holiday accommodation on Rarotonga while under the influence of alcohol has a date in court today.

Crime


New patrol boat takes part in first regional co-operation exercises

Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, Outer Islands

New Cook Islands patrol boat Te Kukupa II has been on the high seas conducting regional co-operation exercises.

National


Cook Islands welcomes Korea’s climate change commitment

Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National

Korea and Pacific Islands Foreign Ministers affirmed the importance of utilising existing regional mechanisms, including the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) and Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific, for cooperation and partnership.

Environment


Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority ‘concerned’ with New Zealand’s call for deep sea mining ban

Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Environment, National

Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Authority (SBMA) will not back New Zealand’s call for conditional moratorium on deep sea mining in international waters.

Environment


Nikao and Matavera meet for a second time

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

Going into another round of football, the first mid-week match will be Nikao Sokattak and Matavera, with Nikao hosting.

Football


Pensioner to serve probation for drunk driving

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime, National

A pensioner will serve more than a year’s probation for crashing a rental car into a power pole.

Court


‘Shaking their heads’: Bunker blunder stuns World Cup as ugly tackle ignites fiery clash

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Papua New Guinea came away with a 32-16 win against the Cook Islands in a league game that included a pair of sin bins and a controversial try.

Rugby league


Vaka Waa’Qab in Mangaia for cultural study

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

Vaka Okeanos Waa’Qab departed for the island of Mangaia on Tuesday morning with a team from Macquarie University, Australia.

Culture


Guilty verdict for man who challenged excess blood alcohol charge

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime

A man who attempted to defend himself against charges of driving with excess blood alcohol has lost his case.

Court


More cruise ships to visit the Cook Islands

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, Tourism

Cruise ships are returning to the Cook Islands, with more expected to arrive this weekend.

Local


Rejoicing in the Gospel

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Sylvana Taoro-Puia, Numangatini Tangi Ariki, Tangi Taoro and Tutai Rairi Tereapii celebrate Tae’anga Evangelia or Gospel Day at Raemaru Park in Arorangi yesterday.

Local


New Zealand to send firefighter trainers to Cook Islands

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Features, Local

New Zealand firefighters are scheduled to train Cook Islands brigade volunteers early next year.

Features


PET TALK: It’s all in the eyes

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, Opinion, Pet Talk

Bright, clear, liquid, dazzling, sad, doleful, crying, lying, beautiful. Eyes can be all of these things. Dogs are experts at puppy dog eyes. Cats are expert at death stares. Eyes tell us all sorts of things about their owners. But sometimes things go wrong. Dr Michael Baer explains.

Local


Rape accused to be sentenced

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Crime

A Mangaia man has pleaded guilty to numerous sexual offences and will be sentenced next month.

Court


LETTER: A memorable birthday for all the wrong reasons

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Yesterday, October 22, was my birthday, it was also the day my brother would return from Rarotonga to Auckland on Air New Zealand 945 with a Premium Economy seat that I booked and paid for (no awards points used, just good old hard cash) back in August, one of the last two seats available for this grade of service. I treated him to a Business class ride up here but I was unable to purchase a return Business Class seat because they were ALL SOLD OUT BACK IN AUGUST.

Letters to the Editor


Yellow Bellies play Mongoose

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

The 53 strong Yellow Bellies golden oldies rugby team from Hamilton, New Zealand are visiting Rarotonga for the third time.

Rugby Union


Feeling blessed

Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

At the graceful age of 86, Marii Parekura Kaina Ripata affirmed her Christian belief and received Confirmation - a Sacrament in the Catholic Church, on Sunday.

Local


The Irish make their own luck

Wednesday 26 October 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports

Day five of the T20 World Cup Super 12 stage saw the biggest upset of the tournament so far with Ireland beating tournament favourites England by 5 runs in a rain affected match. The game between New Zealand and Afghanistan was abandoned without a single ball being bowled due to some wet and miserable Melbourne weather. Analyst Rahul Patil looks back at all the action from Australia.

Cricket


Stormy Stoinis sinks Sri Lanka, saves Australia

Tuesday 25 October 2022 | Written by Rahul Patil | Published in Cricket, Sports

In a must win game against Sri Lanka, hosts and defending champions Australia were in a spot of bother until a blistering innings from Marcus Stoinis won the game for them. Analyst Rahul Patil looks back at all the action live from Australia.

Cricket


Superfund promises higher returns with balanced option

Tuesday 25 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy

Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund is changing its existing default members from the ‘low risk’ conservative option to the balanced fund which should bring bigger returns in the long run.

Economy


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