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Owner calls for action after ‘Stray dogs’ maul pet cat
Saturday 12 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The ongoing problem of stray dog packs mauling livestock has resurfaced again, in this instance a well-loved pet cat named ‘Georgie’ was mauled to death earlier this week.
Murienua Puna installs PCR Covid testing station
Friday 11 March 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
A new PCR Covid-19 testing station, provided by the Murienua Puna, is being established at Kavera Meeting House in an effort to help with increased demand in the community.
Guilty of rape, indecent acts and indecent assault
Friday 11 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A man has been found guilty of rape and other sexual offending against a 15-year-old girl following a three-day jury trial at the High Court in Avarua.
Search underway for missing fishermen
Friday 11 March 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
A Cook Islands Police led search party is looking for two fishermen who went missing during a fishing trip off Rutaki on Saturday night.
Prayer evening held for Ukraine
Thursday 10 March 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National
A number of people have attended the Ukraine prayer meeting on Sunday evening, with one of the organisers Jakub Postrzygacz saying the event “was amazing”.
Celebrating women who lead the way in sustainability
Thursday 10 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Five inspiring women have shared their perspectives on climate change and building a sustainable future at a dinner organised by the Cook Islands Business and Professional Women’s Association (BPW) on Tuesday, in celebration of International Woman’s Day.
Kōrero O Te Ōrau’s fishing vaka launched
Thursday 10 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A vaka built by Kōrero O Te `Ōrau leaders and students with the assistance and guidance of expert boat builder William Powell, were blessed and successfully launched on Saturday at Avarua harbour.
Critically endangered turtle found dead
Thursday 10 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
The death of a critically endangered Hawksbill turtle is likely due to pollution in the Avatiu Harbour.
Students pass bill in ‘Practice Parliament’
Wednesday 9 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A special practice parliament was held in celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD).
USP marks International Women’s Day
Wednesday 9 March 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The University of the South Pacific (USP) recognises the significance of International Women’s Day (IWD), by providing equal opportunities for women’s participation and leadership within the University.
Bates named netball coach
Tuesday 8 March 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Netball Cook Islands has finalised the national team management for the World Cup Qualifiers in July this year.
Optimistic about the future
Tuesday 8 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands National Council of Women president, Vaine Wichman says celebrating the achievements of our women through International Women’s Day, which will be marked here today, makes her more optimistic about the future.
Fire destroys Titikaveka home
Tuesday 8 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga mother of six has been hailed a hero after rushing into a blazing inferno to rescue her son.
Queen’s Baton journey continues throughout Cooks
Monday 7 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Baton for the Commonwealth Games will spend an hour from 9am to 10am at the Punanga Nui Market for anyone who wants to take a closer look.
'Do the mahi, get the treats'
Monday 7 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Eighteen-year-old Heath Mokoroa-Heather was inducted as one of the 24 hostel and school prefects at the Sacred Hearts Boys College (SHC) in Auckland, New Zealand a week ago.
Grieving from a distance
Saturday 5 March 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga family in quarantine after contracting Covid-19 last week was unable to give a proper farewell to their fallen wife, mother and grandmother.
Drink driving accused changes plea on advice of JP
Friday 4 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A man facing charges of reckless and drink driving has reversed his guilty plea on the advice of a Justice of the Peace.
MOU seals agreement to co-manage sporting facilities
Friday 4 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) and the Cook Islands Sport and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) last year, agreeing to co-manage the National Stadium and Sports Arena is now in operation.
Te Kukupa farewelled one last time
Thursday 3 March 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Rapid antigen tests, a Bible reading from Exodus, and a brief promotion ceremony were the order of the day as police patrol boat, Te Kukupa pushed out from its Avatiu mooring for the last time.
Inconsistent advice leaves Raro resident exasperated
Thursday 3 March 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, Local, National
A Rarotonga man, who is a close contact of a Covid-19 positive case, says inconsistent information from Te Marae Ora health ministry staff has left him feeling exasperated.
