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Fatal crash accused pleads ‘not guilty’

Friday 18 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

The motorbike driver who is accused of causing a fatal crash on June 10 this year, has pleaded not guilty.

Probation Services apologises, charges against man dropped

Friday 18 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

A man who had defended himself in the Criminal Court in Avarua a week ago had two counts of breach of probation charges against him withdrawn.

Court briefs August 17

Friday 18 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National

Maiarii Kauvai has been remanded in custody until her sentencing on August 28.

Airport parking system out of order since mid-January

Friday 18 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National

The automated parking control system at the Rarotonga International Airport has been down since the start of the year, and Airport Authority Cook Islands (AACI) is uncertain when the service will resume.

Kata: Te Kukupa II

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

‘Crouching Tiger’ grabs gold

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports

Cook Islander Tiana Baker-Echegaray, nicknamed the ‘Crouching Tiger’, has emerged victorious at the Australian Amateur Boxing Championships, winning gold in the bantamweight division over the weekend.

Letter: Fire dangers

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

A few well-known retailers are flaunting several laws by selling electrical items that have flaws.

Letter: ‘We’re not bold enough’

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, It’s been long pointed out to the Government that there is an existing legal framework to legalise both the importation and cultivation of medicinal cannabis under the Ministry of Health Act 2013 and the amended Drugs Act 2009 respectively.

Baby whales ‘thrown over the reef’ during migration due to warmer oceans

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Environment, Features, National, Weekend

A whale scientist in the Cook Islands expects beached calves to become a more common occurrence as storms grow in intensity due to climate change. Caleb Fotheringham of RNZ Pacific reports.

‘Be vigilant, look out for your neighbours’

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National

No one was hurt in a fire that destroyed a shed on private property in Nikao on Tuesday afternoon.

New chair appointed at Avaroa Cable

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Technology

Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has appointed Robert Matheson as the new chair of the Board of Directors at Avaroa Cable Limited (ACL).

Police patrol boat forced to return to port after defect

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

A defect found on Te Kukupa II, on Tuesday afternoon, bound for Cairns, Australia for repairs and maintenance work, forced the crew to return to Avatiu Harbour.

Police: $6000 in cash stolen from tourists

Thursday 17 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National

Nearly $6000 in cash has been stolen from tourists in Rarotonga in the past three weeks, and Cook Islands Police say this is not a good look.

Cook Islands Rugby League part of inaugural Pacific Championships

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports

Cook Islands will be part of a Pacific Championships involving international men’s and women’s teams from seven countries, including Australia and New Zealand, in October and November this year.

Kata: Grassroots partnership

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

Refs for week two football matches announced

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports

The excitement continues as week two of the Rarotonga football season kicks off today at 4:15pm.

Letter: MFEM clarifies business loans

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, In response to the letter from Covid Bank on August 3, 2023, I would like to inform your readers about the loans the Cook Island Government made during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Cook Islands soldier’s sacrifice remembered at memorial event

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

In a deeply emotional and poignant ceremony, the memory of a fallen soldier from Mangaia was honoured in the memorial unveiling of his headstone at the Nikao Cemetery.

Te Puna Marama begins traditional voyaging and navigation programme

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, National, Tourism, Weekend

Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation has launched its Teretereanga Vaka programme on Mauke, providing educational opportunities for youth on the island to participate in a course that promotes and preserves the art of traditional voyaging and navigation.

Cook Islands to host growers’ summit on climate resilience and food security

Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National

Rarotonga will be hosting a regional farmers summit next week focusing on critical topics such as climate change, sustainable agriculture, innovative solutions, and community-led initiatives.