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Reported domestic violence, theft and stolen motorbikes falling
Thursday 13 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Annual figures of domestic violence, theft, and the unlawful taking of motorbikes are all trending low in comparison to previous years, according to latest Police data.
‘The bond between Cook Islands and Aotearoa New Zealand will never break’
Thursday 13 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National
New Zealand’s Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta was welcomed to the Cook Islands in ceremonial style yesterday.
Jail ‘outdated, unfit for purpose and overcrowded’: Corrective Services head
Thursday 13 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National
Rarotonga’s jail has been labelled outdated and, in some respects, no longer fit for purpose.
‘Hat off for focusing on the plight of this poor man’
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, Too frequently we read and hear about the egregious behaviour meted out by the Crown, or its servants but, consistent with those in positions to do something about it, nothing happens, and the perpetrators continue their merry way, abusing the rule of law with impunity.
Cook Islands Games enter day 10
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports
Yesterday’s dull weather failed to cloud the spirit at the 2022 Cook Islands Games as island teams put on another good show in various events held around Rarotonga.
Weightlifters set the bar high in bid for international event
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
Cook Islands Weightlifting Federation is looking to host a regional event after the success of the 2022 Cook Islands Games.
Co-captains to lead Kukis
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands rugby league side is settling in well at their base in Hurworth ahead of their opening Rugby League World Cup match against Wales on Wednesday, October 19.
PET TALK: ‘There is a far better way, the animals could have been desexed’
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Pet Talk
They weren’t sure where the noise was coming from, or what it was. High pitched and loud, yes, but not something they could place. It wasn’t a mechanical noise, something alive was definitely responsible. Dr Michael Baer of Te Are Manu Veterinary Clinic reports.
Teachers share knowledge at ‘first of its kind’ education summit on Rarotonga
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Education, National
A first of its kind education summit at Apii Te Uki Ou saw 100 teachers from New Zealand and Cook Islands share knowledge.
More than $2 million spent on MIQ facilities
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National
Managed or supervised isolation and quarantine (MIQ) facilities cost the nation more than $2 million.
‘Population policy’ tabled, as problem still worries authorities
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands population has dipped to below 18,000 according to the latest estimates, and Government is looking at a “population policy” to address it.
NZ Foreign Minister’s marae visit will ‘strengthen ties’ with Cook Islands
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
A special service at the Atupare Marae will be held today to honour the arrival of New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister Nanaia Mahuta.
Corrective Services Minister refutes prison abuse claims
Wednesday 12 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National
Minister of Corrective Services George “Maggie” Angene has denied accusations of inhumane treatment at Arorangi Prison close to a week after former prisoner Teina Simiona Ataera Junior went public with claims he was mistreated by authorities.
Reported burglaries and crashes set to reach pre Covid numbers
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Burglaries and crashes have been labelled as areas of major concern on Rarotonga as law enforcement continues to battle climbing crime rates.
U18 team returns with dreams to become game drivers in future
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
A squad of 15 under-18 girls and three game changers who represented the Cook Islands in a world-class rugby development camp in Auckland from October 5 to 9, are back home.
Mum’s the word: Authorities remain tight-lipped
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Authorities remain tight-lipped following claims of inhumane treatment at Arorangi Prison. Cook Islands News has again approached authorities, as Rarotonga lawyer Norman George has questioned the nation’s legal system and institutions, and called for a committee to be set up to review it.
Superfund partners with regional bodies for sustainable investment
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National
The sovereign wealth, trust, provident, and superannuation funds of the Pacific Islands Investment Forum (PIIF), including the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund, met in Auckland last week, where they accepted the research and recommendations to develop a co-investment platform.
Plastics on the way out as new legislation on the way in
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands will tighten the reins on plastic use but questions remain on when and how.
Former ‘isolation facilities’ back in business
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, National
Tourist accommodation Kiikii Motel became an isolation facility because nobody else wanted to do it, says its owner Napa Napa.
World Mental Awareness Week: ‘There is no health without mental health’
Tuesday 11 October 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Health, National
World Mental Awareness Week is being observed this week with the theme of making mental health and wellbeing a priority.
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