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Man acquitted of three charges, fined $550 for assaulting female

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

A man facing multiple assault charges against women was found guilty on only one charge of ‘low level assault with no injury’ and fined $550.

Cook Islands completes legacy waste collection programme for Vaka Puaikura

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Te Titā ki te Titā kore project (whiteware and e-waste collection) for Murienua in Arorangi closed yesterday, completing the collection programme of legacy waste for Vaka Puaikura.

Govt steps up preparations for Forum Meeting, mum on budget

Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) says it continues to advance preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in November but would not say how much it would cost.

Kata: Muri Road

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Letter: Questions about the legal system

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

It is puzzling to witness cases where some individuals seem to slip through the cracks of the justice system.

Rarotonga football season round six results: ‘Nail-biting games’

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Rarotonga football season continues to entertain fans with the exciting round six results.

Tokouso 22 - Tabusoro 10 in Tri Nations 15s second match

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

In the second week of the Vodafone - Residents Tri Nations 15s Series it was the dominant Tokouso (Samoa/Tonga) forward pack that laid the foundation for their win, Tokouso winning by 22 points to 10 against Tabusoro (Fiji).

Pet Talk: The round eternal

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk

Banjo Patterson, the man who wrote the words printed on the Australian $10 note, described his office job as “the round eternal”. It never ended, it never really started, and it was very difficult to see any progress, writes Dr Michael Baer.

Zhuhai Municipal Government assists Cooks with Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands Forum

The Zhuhai Municipal Government, People’s Republic of China has assisted the Cook Islands Government with audio and TV equipment that will be installed for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in November.

Man facing multiple male assaults female charges appears before jury

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National

The defended hearing for Okaytime Marsters, who is facing charges of three counts of assault on a female, and one charge of assault with intent to injure continues at the High Court in Avarua today.

Illegal dumping continues to frustrate authorities

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Authorities are continuing to grapple with the random dumping of E-waste on Rarotonga following multiple incidents in the past fortnight.

Compensation claims ‘concern’ and ‘disappoint’ MP

Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National

Member of Parliament for Ngatangiia, Tukaka "Kaka" Ama, has raised concerns and expressed disappointment around the demand for compensation at Muri.

Kata: Delay

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Cook Islands hold on to secure tight victory over Vanuatu in OFC U-16

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The Cook Islands have given themselves a shot at making the semi-finals at the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship in Tahiti.

CICA women register first T20I win

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Cook Islands women’s cricket team recently returned from the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup East Asia Pacific Qualifier played in Vanuatu. Rahul Patil writes the story of a team that learnt a lot and will be richer for the experience.

Runners gear up for Rock Relay races

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Athletics, Sports

Runners are converging on Rarotonga for a week of events, kicking off today with the Round Rock Relay.

Dining Table: Outstanding experience at On the Beach

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

Spend the evening overlooking the blue horizon as the sun sets at OTB, On the Beach Bar and Restaurant at Manuia Beach Resort Arorangi and you cannot miss the friendly welcome and hospitality of not only the staff, but OTB’s very own top chef and owner Philip Nordt.

PM Brown expected to attend Paris Meet

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown is expected to attend the International Energy Agency (IEA)’s inaugural international summit on critical minerals and their significance in clean energy transitions, scheduled for September 28 in Paris.

PM Brown and Australia Foreign Minister Penny Wong discuss flights and maritime surveillance

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

An increase in visitor arrivals from Australia and supported direct flights between Sydney and Rarotonga were among the key discussions held between Prime Minister Mark Brown and Australia’s Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong.

Apii St Joseph’s principal role advertised

Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

Rarotonga’s Apii St Joseph’s Primary has advertised a full time position for the school’s principal.