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Huge drop in crashes but driver behaviour remains unchanged
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
The Covid-19 pandemic is being credited with a significant decrease in the number of motor vehicle crashes this year compared to the same time in 2019, but police are urging drivers to be sensible.
Third time’s a charm
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
After two unclaimed winners, the CookSafe finally has a winner for its Tag In competition.
Tourism to pay tribute to former leader
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards next week will pay tribute to former Tourism Industry Council president, the late Sue Fletcher-Vea.
Cook Islands Law Society under new leadership
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Law Society’s newly-appointed president Marie Francis is looking forward to working with fellow society members and the Cook Islands community.
Target set for lowest annual break-ins
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Despite an increase in the number of reported burglaries last month, police are on target to record the lowest annual number of break-ins in more than five years.
Taking the plunge! Local photographer gets international recognition
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
A photograph taken by a local photographer has been recognised in the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards.
Santa Claus is coming to town
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Santa and his elf, Christmas carols and cartoon characters will share festive cheer through town in the Tropical Christmas parade, starting at 4pm tomorrow.
New water station at centre of community
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui Market’s first water station’s blessing took place on Friday morning with the special planting ceremony of lemon and chilli trees.
Shanya Sahay admitted to the bar
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Shanya Ruth Sahay in Brisbane Australia was admitted as a Barrister of the High court of the Cook Islands via an audio video link.
Head girl leads by example
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
An emotional Leah Schuster fought tears as she made her way to the stage to receive the Dux of the Year award at the St Joseph’s School prize giving ceremony yesterday.
Lawyer returns for her people
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Michelle Tangimama returned to the Cook Islands in 2019 for the first time in 18 years. Reconnecting with her people has triggered her heart and got her thinking to one-day return home for good.
Staying put to ride out the pandemic
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The pandemic has wrecked the nation’s tourism dependent economy. Previously when times were tough, people fled overseas in search of opportunity. That has yet to happen, but the business community believes the threat of depopulation remains.
Flowers for hope in prison
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cabinet Minister George “Maggie” Angene is open about his troubled past and time spent in prison, even though he’s now the Minister of the institution that was his home on and off for 34 years.
Something for everyone at car boot sale
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local, National
A campaign for the elimination of violence against women and children continues on Friday with a car boot sale event to be held at Punanga Nui Market.
Recognition for service to school
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Mary Mare was named the senior Dux for Papaaroa Adventist School at the school’s annual prizegiving awards on Wednesday.
Barge captain reporting for duty
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Derek Fox | Published in Local, National
As the MV Taunga Nui prepares for her maiden voyage, veteran journalist Derek Fox caught up with barge captain Panapasa Vonokula and the fellow Fijian Captain Sitiveni Sese who will take over.
A true pa metua o te peu Maori
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A soft-spoken talented Cook Islands cultural master – the late Rutera Taripo loved, studied and treasured our language, art, music and traditions.
Car boot sale for quick cash
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
As part of a 16-day activism for the elimination of violence against women and children, a car boot sale event will be held at the Punanga Nui Market today.
Formal relationship recognised with MOU
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Signing of Memorandum of Understanding cements relationship between Vaka Takitumu in Rarotonga and Takitimu Waka in New Zealand.
Official recognised for 50 years of public service
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Tamarii Tutangata, who has worked closely with all former Cook Islands leaders, calls it a day. By Melina Etches.
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