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Drink-driving dominates court cases
Wednesday 1 February 2017 | Published in Local
TWENTY-FOUR matters were called before the Cook Islands High Court on January 26 before Justice of Peace Georgina Williams.
Stabbing victim speaks out
Wednesday 1 February 2017 | Published in Local
The SHOCK stabbing of a security guard outside an Avarua nightclub has many locals worried that Rarotonga society is quickly changing forever and becoming increasingly dangerous.
Eye-catching new museum one of a kind
Wednesday 1 February 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A TOURIST attraction has opened at Muri, and it’s the first of its kind in the Pacific Islands.
Trainer attends Iron ZUU summit
Tuesday 31 January 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Local gym instructor and fitness expert Tamaiti Samson represented the Cook Islands in the inaugural Iron ZUU summit and workshop in Gold Coast, Australia a week ago.
Repeat offender wants to come home
Tuesday 31 January 2017 | Published in Local
A COOK Islands woman living in Australia who has repeatedly offended over the past 12 months, plans to return to her home country to move away from bad influences.
Bluesky answers service critics
Tuesday 31 January 2017 | Published in Local
BLUESKY has responded to a number of smoke signals sent to CI News by disgruntled readers who have been critical of everything from the company’s pre-paid data bundles to slow data speeds and slow broadband.
Unlit area scene of stabbing
Tuesday 31 January 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The STABBING that occurred in Avarua over the weekend was in an unlit area behind the Rehab nightclub close to where dozens of youths regularly drink and hang out.
Boost for ra'ui with creation of new role
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
The HOUSE of Ariki is looking to employ a ra’ui co-ordinator or the Raui Kaumaroro, a new position initiated this year.
Polynesian festival's 42nd anniversary
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
COOK ISLANDS traditional culture, language and food are expected to be showcased by students in New Zealand who will be part of the annual Polynesian festival in March.
Grants support local fishers
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
THE MINISTRY of Marine Resources (MMR) is again inviting applications for the annual fisheries grants scheme this week.
New record for visitors
Monday 30 January 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE INCREASE in visitor arrivals to the Cook Islands grew by about six times last year compared to the three per cent rise from 2014 in 2015.
Youngsters give sailing a go
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
SIXTEEN enthusiastic young children went along to the Rarotonga Sailing Club’s “Moana - Have a go at Sailing” event this week.
New brand launches exciting accessories
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
A LAUNCH party last Sunday celebrated the arrival of a new brand on the island: “LuSantials – So Unique, So You.”
Meetings air copyright issues
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
THE IMPORTANCE of copyright was discussed at two meetings held concurrently at the National Auditorium this week.
Changes reveal NZ connection
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
With the recent changes in its colour scheme and branding, you could be forgiven for thinking the well-known Cook Islands Building Supplies (CIBS) outfit in Panama, Rarotonga, is under new management.
Rougher seas sign of need for extra care
Monday 30 January 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
RAROTONGA’S normally calm lagoon waters are rough at the moment and this has led to a call for parents to be extra vigilant of children in the sea.
FIU head to quit position
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
FINANCIAL Intelligence Unit (FIU) head Bob Williams has resigned and will leave the position on February 20.
Kua ara koe? Awaken from your sleep
Monday 30 January 2017 | Published in Local
“LAZY LOCALS!” someone exclaimed recently in a Facebook post.
Police chief warns over gun amnesty response
Monday 30 January 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
THREE weeks into the gun amnesty and Cook Islanders have handed in only one firearm.
Lady Moana on rescue mission
Monday 30 January 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The Lady Moana is set to sail today on a mission to deliver food to Nassau and pick up passengers stranded by the grounding of her sister ship Moana Nui.
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