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Search for person missing overboard

Monday 16 May 2011 | Published in Local

The police patrol boat Te Kukupa is on its way to search for a missing person presumed to have fallen overboard from the sailing vessel Kwai. Te Kukupa left Rarotonga just after 2pm yesterday to search for the missing person, thought to have fallen overboard about 8pm on Saturday night, 150 nautical miles north-west of […]

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Brakes fail

Saturday 14 May 2011 | Published in Local

Rarotongas golf course had a temporary obstacle at the sixth hole tee yesterday when a 12-tonne truck crashed through bush and on to the green after its brakes failed. No one was injured in the Nikao accident, which happened just before 11am. Police and the Rarotonga Fire Service were called to the scene, to secure […]

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Controversy in Pukapuka

Saturday 14 May 2011 | Published in Local

Controversy surrounding the June 7 by-election is driving a rift between the Democratic Party and its Pukapuka-Nassau branch. A group of 25 people in Pukapuka and Nassau, headed by Pukapuka-based Democratic Party chairman Rukuaro Marukore, has lodged a petition against the Democratic Partys candidate selection. The Democratic Party has confirmed that Vai Peua as its […]

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Matutu mama!

Friday 13 May 2011 | Published in Local

Local athlete Mona Henderson enjoys a pint of Matutu beer at the midway point of Wednesdays inaugural Matutu Mile fun run. Story and photos, pages 10-11. 11051202

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New visas for Kiwi visitors

Friday 13 May 2011 | Published in Local

Cabinet has approved a new immigration policy for New Zealand citizens. Whereas most overseas visitors are entitled to a 30-day visa, New Zealand citizens can stay in the Cook Islands for a period of three months. Kiwi retirees are entitled to a 12-month visa. New Zealand citizens are entitled to come here for three months […]

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No safe haven for drugs

Friday 13 May 2011 | Published in Local

Police minister Henry Puna yesterday applauded Cook Islands police for their arrest of 13 people allegedly involved in the importation and distribution of class A and C drugs. He said he was told the details of the year-long operation shortly after he was sworn into office, but kept them quiet. The matter was kept very […]

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Woman admits drug charge

Friday 13 May 2011 | Published in Local

The first guilty plea to a charge laid under Operation Eagle was entered in the Cook Islands High Court at Avarua yesterday. Tina Upu (54), of Atupa, admitted one charge of possessing a class C controlled drug, namely cannabis, at Rarotonga on May 4 when she appeared in the dock before Justice of the Peace […]

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Father of the house faces hearing

Thursday 12 May 2011 | Published in Local

MP Norman George told a select committee he did not turn up to a February sitting of parliament because he must be the sardine which did not want to be part of the school. The Parliamentary Privileges Select Committee met yesterday to decide if Atiu MP George was in contempt of a summons when he […]

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Multiple burglaries and thefts

Thursday 12 May 2011 | Published in Local

In addition to the arrest of multiple people on charges of drug possession and distribution, the police arrested one man for allegedly unlawfully taking a bicycle and a motorcycle at the weekend. There were also four burglaries and three thefts at the weekend, though police have not identified any suspects. One Aroko residence was burgled […]

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Rain and wind lash Rarotonga

Thursday 12 May 2011 | Published in Local

Heavy rain and winds ripped across Rarotonga on Wednesday night, as a passing tropical depression brought wind gusts of up to 49 knots. Meteorological services director Arona Ngari said the depression passed eventually to the southeast of Rarotonga. Damage was reported in Mitiaro but the storm did not cause any significant damage on Rarotonga apart […]

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Its $5-6m

Thursday 12 May 2011 | Published in Local

Between $5 and $6 million from the Avatiu harbour reconstruction project is expected to filter through local businesses, says Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) chairman Grant Priest. After initially refusing to grant McConnell Dowell foreign enterprise approval, BTIB has allowed the firm to forge ahead provided it incorporates local contractors in the project. Priest said […]

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Complaints over backdating new tariff

Wednesday 11 May 2011 | Published in Local

The Te Aponga Uira (TAU) tariff hike is hitting customers, who are indignant over the backdating of the price increase. The tariff increase went into effect on Monday, May 2. TAU chief executive Apii Timoti says while the tariff increase applies to electricity meters read on and after that date, it also applies to the […]

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Rumours circulate over drugs bust

Wednesday 11 May 2011 | Published in Local

No new arrests have been made in Operation Eagle the countrys largest ever police investigation of any kind, and the largest investigation of drug importation and distribution. To date 13 men and women have been arrested during Operation Eagle, which has been ongoing for more than a year and has involved at least 11 New […]

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George fronts up

Wednesday 11 May 2011 | Published in Local

Independent MP Norman George will today face the Parliamentary Privileges Committee as it decides if he acted in contempt of a summons from the Queens Representative. George is expected to be at parliament for the 10.30am sitting, which is the third of the committee since it was constituted last month. The committee will decide if […]

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Govt meets Air NZ

Tuesday 10 May 2011 | Published in Local

A private briefing was held yesterday afternoon for Prime Minister Henry Puna and various ministers, following consultation between the Tourism Cook Islands Corporation (TCI) and Air New Zealand officials at present in the country. Cook Islands News understands TCI board members spent most of yesterday at Crown Beach Resort and Spa talking business with the […]

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McCully visits

Tuesday 10 May 2011 | Published in Local

New Zealand Foreign Minister Murray McCully will arrive in Rarotonga this week, after he takes a short trip to Tonga. The minister arrives in Rarotonga on Thursday afternoon, and according to a spokesperson from his office he will stay for just two days. In both Tonga and the Cook Islands, McCully has a similar agenda […]

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Police praised for drug sting

Tuesday 10 May 2011 | Published in Local

Leader of the Opposition Wilkie Rasmussen is praising Cook Islands police officers for apprehending 13 people in the countrys largest ever drug bust. Rasmussen, Democratic Party deputy leader, says the party fully supports the investigation into the importation and distribution of class A and C drugs in the Cook Islands by local and New Zealand […]

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Minister test drives new dental chair

Tuesday 10 May 2011 | Published in Local

Minister of Health Nandi Glassie makes himself at home in the chair as director of dental services George Hosking (back left) shows him the newly renovated dental clinic, along with Dr Rangiau Fariu and secretary of health Tupou Faireka. Report and photos, page 9. 11050529

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Drug use by young people targeted

Monday 9 May 2011 | Published in Local

The use of illegal drugs by young people is a concern of local police, but they say compared to some neighbouring Pacific nations, illegal drugs are not as prevalent in Cook Islands society. Police commissioner Maara Tetava says illegal drugs of any kind and any level are a worry, and he is determined to identify […]

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Triathlon turou at Muri lagoon on Saturday

Monday 9 May 2011 | Published in Local

Warrior Katu conducts a traditional turou (welcome) and blessing for the 150 athletes who took part in Saturdays Air New Zealand International Triathlon. Report and photos, pages 8­10.

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