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In the bank!
Friday 27 December 2013 | Published in Local
Local support centre for the elderly, Are Pa Metua, received an early Christmas gift from ANZ bank earlier this week.
Sharks found on vessel, no charges laid
Friday 27 December 2013 | Published in Local
A foreign flagged vessel that entered Cook Islands waters in September with shark carcasses on board was not prosecuted under national anti-shark fishing laws.
Bad apples' leave animals in sun
Tuesday 24 December 2013 | Published in Local
A number of “bad apples” have been leaving their livestock tied up in the blistering heat without shade or water, says the Ministry of Agriculture. Tiria Rere, chief livestock officer, said the ministry has been receiving complaints over the past few weeks about cases of animal cruelty. Both locals and tourists have voiced their concerns […]
Two in hospital after car crash
Tuesday 24 December 2013 | Published in Local
Police were called out to four car crashes over the weekend, including one in Titikaveka which left the two occupants in hospital. Senior Sergeant Maevarangi Kirikava said the accident in Titikaveka took place near Palm Grove Resort at 3:15 am on Sunday. “The car veered off the road and landed in the ditch. The two […]
Pensioner's account raided by govt
Tuesday 24 December 2013 | Published in Local
Eight days before Christmas, the government has gone directly to a senior’s bank account to collect thousands in what it says is unpaid tax, assessed on a New Zealand government-paid pension. Tupapa couple Teariki and Nancy Simiona – who both collect the NZ-paid superannuation – were startled to see on Nancy’s most recent Westpac Bank […]
No shark-related prosecutions, 2013
Monday 23 December 2013 | Published in Local
BreAches of shark sanctuary rules are likely to be settled confidentially and out of court, says secretary of marine resources Ben Ponia. No prosecutions have been made under regulations that came into effect roughly one year ago on December 12, 2012, with the establishment of the 1.9 million square kilometre shark sanctuary. At the time, […]
Solar expert concerned about lead batteries
Monday 23 December 2013 | Published in Local
A local solar power expert is concerned about a plan to send about 2000 lead batteries to the northern group as part of a renewable energy project. The government is working towards having solar energy systems installed in Manihiki, Rakahanga, Penrhyn, Pukapuka, Nassau and Palmerston by the end of next year. Lead batteries will be […]
Top dog!
Monday 23 December 2013 | Published in Local
Australian vet Michelle Gray (left) recently returned home for Christmas, handing the reigns of the Esther Honey Foundation over to new practice manager Amy Compton (right). The pair recently went on a trip to Aitutaki and Atiu, where they worked hard to desex 40 animals and treat another 15 for various conditions. Compton will now […]
Sharing the love
Saturday 21 December 2013 | Published in Local
It’s the time of year for giving, and CITC has been sharing the love and Christmas cheer with its service providers and supporters. CITC key brands manager George George (left) and his ‘little helper’ Toru Katuke (right) delivered gifts and treats to their friends in business including CINews, represented here by general manager Tony Fea’o […]
Demos to lodge police complaint – by-election
Saturday 21 December 2013 | Published in Local
The opposition Democratic Party, led by Wilkie Rasmussen, will be lodging a complaint with the police in relation to allegations of bribery and treating stemming from September’s Murienua by-election. “I have sought legal advice from a number of people, have discussed the matter with my executive and caucus, and we’ve decided that through me, a […]
Airborne asbestos found at school
Saturday 21 December 2013 | Published in Local
A potentially hazardous level of asbestos has been found at a primary school on Rarotonga, reports an expert.
Santa's little helper!
Friday 20 December 2013 | Published in Local
Five-month-old Maria Bruno was dressed appropriately for the festive season at Wednesday’s Christmas in the Market, and enjoyed taking in the sights with mum Joy Poila. Hundreds of people flooded into Punanga Nui market for the fairy tale-themed Christmas fundraiser, which saw kids dress up as fairies, Santa’s helpers and even Superman. The event raised […]
Xmas bonus paid to beneficiaries today
Friday 20 December 2013 | Published in Local
All beneficiaries can expect to find some extra cash in their bank accounts today. The payments of $50 are part of an annual Christmas bonus paid by the government. Minister of Internal Affairs Nandi Glassie announced the bonus yesterday, which is expected to be paid regardless of the type of benefit people are receiving. This […]
Young man loses life in motorbike crash
Friday 20 December 2013 | Published in Local
A young man killed in a motorbike crash last weekend was on his way to church when the incident happened. Exham Constantine Nga, aged 24, was taken to hospital soon after the crash on Sunday morning but died that afternoon. The incident was reported to police at 10:40am, said detective inspector Areumu Ingaua. “This man […]
Police get 'significant' information on arson
Friday 20 December 2013 | Published in Local
Two members of the public have come forward with “significant” information about the arson attacks that shocked Rarotonga two months ago. On October 20 an arsonist burned down six classrooms, three resource rooms, a canteen and a small side room at Nukutere College. Later that day, another act of arson left six classrooms and a […]
Govt revises numbers, forecasts $2m deficit
Thursday 19 December 2013 | Published in Local
After previously forecasting a small surplus, the government is now predicting an operating deficit of nearly $2 million for the current 2013-14 fiscal year. During his $196.5 million budget speech to parliament last June, Minster of Finance Mark Brown said the government anticipated an operating surplus of $46,000. That number has been revised due to […]
'Tis the season of giving
Thursday 19 December 2013 | Published in Local
Santa’s little givers Lily, Saoirse and Jade Tierney presented Annie Fisher of Hospital Comforts with a cheque of $350 raised during a fun kids’ Christmas class organised by the team at Le Bon Vivant in Muri. Fifty kids gathered at the Muri eatery to create their own unique Christmas cards, bake and ice Christmas cakes […]
High honours
Wednesday 18 December 2013 | Published in Local
A special ceremony was held recently to introduce five distinguished individuals to the Cook Islands family, giving them honourary PR status. Pictured above is Suzzanne Fisher, Lady Marito Maoate, and Marian Gallagher. Maoate – the wife of the late Sir Terepai Maoate – and the lovely ladies were on hand to see Fisher and Gallagher’s […]
MP Bishop calls for his own suspension
Wednesday 18 December 2013 | Published in Local
Aitutaki Member of Parliament Teina Bishop is calling for his own suspension from parliament. Since July, the education and tourism minister has been the subject of allegations of bribery and corruption, and a long-running police investigation into the matter is taking a personal toll and stalling his political career, he said. “It’s too slow,” said […]
Avatea and Nikao schools to merge
Wednesday 18 December 2013 | Published in Local
A cabinet submission to merge Apii Avatea and Nikao Maori School has been approved. In a proposal dated December 10, Minister of Education Teina Bishop recommended that Cabinet approve the construction of one new school called ‘Apii Nikao’ to serve the area, accommodating students from both schools. The submission was supported by Cabinet. The proposal […]
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