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Covid-19 and stress: The heart of the problem
Sunday 14 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
The passing of tourism leader Sue Fletcher-Vea, who died of cardiac arrest at just 52, has brought new clarity to her work with Dr Evangelene Daniela-Wong to help Cook Islanders manage the stress and anxiety of Covid.
Dolphins befriend lone whale
Saturday 13 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
A young male humpback has been frolicking alone off Rarotonga for the past couple of weeks – until he was befriended by a pod of dolphins.
Mona Jr's dad backs helmets
Saturday 13 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Four months after 14-year-old Mona Ioane Jr’s tragic road death, his father Mona Sr wants to save other families from that pain.
Month's delay expected for helmets law
Friday 12 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Hundreds of people are unable to get helmets in time for new law’s June 26 start date.
A ray of sunshine
Thursday 11 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Rarotonga family and friends yesterday bid farewell to tourism stalwart Sue Fletcher-Vea.
Keeping it clean
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The waves of World Oceans Day will spill out for weeks culminating in a big beach-clean-up.
'Heartbreak' at tourism leader's sudden death
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Family are gathered in Cook Islands and in New Zealand to pay their respects to tourism leader Sue Fletcher-Vea, who passed away suddenly in Rarotonga Hospital yesterday.
'The flames were moving so fast'
Tuesday 9 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
A family who lost all their possessions in a house fire are asking for support from the community.
Pay package for new police
Monday 8 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
New police recruits are receiving an additional $1057 following the implementation of the new government pay structure.
Raised voices in protest
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Motorbike helmets rallies will head to Parliament this month.
Island doctor to return home
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
He helped others; now his family are able to show him the same respect.
'Startling' penalty for dog owner
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Bobby Tutangata was fined $150 for being the owner of two dogs who startled a person in Matavera.
'Heartbreaking' living conditions inspire village dream
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Two papas living in a wet tin shed; a mama in a tent – these are the sad sights that are driving plans for a retirement village in Cook Islands.
Thieves move in on lucrative honey biz
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Thieves have destroyed a family’s hives in an attempted bee theft.
PM stands strong on helmets
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
As helmet opponents gather for a second motorbike rally, Henry Puna acknowledges their views but says safety comes first.
Napa: Too many tears cried for those lost in accidents
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Shadow health minister Selina Napa has looked into the weeping eyes of a mother who lost her only daughter after she was killed in a motorbike accident and felt the terrible anguish and loss.
Border begins to open
Thursday 4 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The quarantine-free invitation to Cook Islanders and work permit holders to return home is the first step in bringing back the tourists.
Concerns about clubs over messy weekend
Thursday 4 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Police will review bars’ and nightclubs’ compliance with social distancing requirements, and will refer any concerns to the Liquor Licensing Authority.
Fish galore at yellowfin tuna event
Wednesday 3 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Master fisherman Dick Marsters reeled in a whopping aggregate of 266.1kg yellow fin tuna to win the Don Beer Memorial Fishing Tournament held over the long weekend.
Standing firm on helmet law
Wednesday 3 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Government mum on protesters’ call to repeal compulsory helmet law.
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