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Local Fijians' condolences
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Fijian community vice president Savenaca Tukitoba expressed his condolences to both families of the deceased.
Our photographer without borders
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Local
Alex King’s image was trying to tell a unique story about Pacific Islands connections when she shot this image at Taputapuatea. According to the judges of a prestigious photography competition, she succeeded.
United in drink-drive battle
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Slam down on binge drinking – that’s the message Titikaveka MP Selina Napa hopes the Cook Islands Government will take a hard line on.
Support for helmets and a lower drink-drive limit
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Actions speak louder than words: that’s the message to government, police and even parents and the community when it comes to a road safety crackdown.
'Just pray for your children'
Friday 31 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Mother of 16-year-old girl killed in head-on crash calls for helmets for all.
'We're elated – compulsory helmets will save lives'
Friday 31 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Police say it will be straightforward to enforce new laws requiring the wearing of helmets and cracking down on drink-driving – but they are calling for the community to get behind them in making the roads safer.
Mona's legacy: 'Enough is enough'
Friday 31 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna reveals plans to make helmets mandatory, ban drivers from using phones and earphones, and lower the drink-drive limit.
Cook Islands Maori to lead new Catholic tertiary institute
Thursday 30 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Local
Christianity was a big part of colonialism, but it also helped provide education to Pacific peoples, says new Catholic university boss.
Be responsible dog owner or face the consequences
Thursday 30 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
At 5.30am last Thursday, Greg Amos heard a commotion outside his house and knew his cat BB was in trouble.
'I wish the tides will bring me home'
Wednesday 29 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Family and friends on three islands are grieving the loss of their sons and brothers – and urging greater precautions on the roads. Moana Makapelu Lee and Losirene Lacanivalu report.
I am sad at what I am seeing'
Tuesday 28 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Local
Floods came to the doors of homes and businesses on Avatiu stream yesterday – but unlike November, the water didn’t cross the thresholds. Moana Makapelu Lee and Jonathan Milne investigate whether stream-clearing has made a difference.
Fencing or tying dogs may be 'new reality'
Tuesday 28 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Agriculture investigators unable to confirm cause of dog’s poisoning.
Heartbroken: Families mourn as 'horrific' head-on crash kills two
Monday 27 January 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
A young expat worker and a ‘desperately loved’ 14-year-old boy were killed yesterday in a head-on motorbike crash that left another man in hospital.
Generosity reaches the ear of Aussie PM
Saturday 25 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has been told of Cook Islanders’ generosity – the small country of barely 15,000 people who together raised nearly $30,000 for the battle against the bushfires.
First Open Marlin Fishing Tournament announced
Friday 24 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Aitutaki Game Fishing Club has announced it will host the country's first Open Marlin Fishing Tournament, running March 9-14.
Niuean musician supports hostel
Thursday 23 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Local
Sing it and they will come … Moana Makapelu Lee reports on an RnB artist’s dream to help his people in Cook Islands build their new community hall.
Shock horror! We reveal who's bringing power to the people
Wednesday 22 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Local
It was a mystery worth of serious journalistic inquiries: Who was responsible for the multiplug hanging off Tupapa night market’s controversial power board? Moana Makapelu Lee investigates.
A gritty job – but someone has to do it
Wednesday 22 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Roadworks crews are slowly making their way around the island, stabilising the main road with cement in many places to ensure the new surface has a long life.
The 'cruel' poisoning of pet dog
Wednesday 22 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The suspected poisoning of a family pet has brought new demands for a ban on the lethal herbicide paraquat.
Toa is ready to return to service
Tuesday 21 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s only tug boat , the Toa, undertook successful sea trials last week in the final step to returning to service.
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