National

Storyteller battles language loss with children’s novel

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National

Storytelling has long been a cherished practice for preserving culture, celebrating heritage, and sharing diverse perspectives.

Education


Rarotonga man found guilty of assaulting sister, pregnant niece

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man who kicked his niece in the stomach and consequently threatening the life of her unborn child has been found guilty of multiple assault charges on two women.

Court


Cook Islands eligible for ADB’s new ‘concessional funding’

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National

Cook Islands is one of the eight small island developing states (SIDS) eligible for the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) “highly concessional funding”.

Economy


Foreign govt official avoids prosecution for late night crash

Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A visiting foreign government official has avoided prosecution following a late night driving incident on Rarotonga.

Court


Vet waves goodbye to the Cooks

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Veterinarian Michael Baer has been a familiar face in the Cook Islands for the past couple of years. He chats to deputy editor Al Williams as he prepares for another chapter in his life.

Local


Aotearoa whanau reach out to draw strength from their Pacific heritage

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

Aotearoa Marae on Rarotonga played host to a group who were here reconnecting with their heritage.

Local


Te Tau Papa o Avarua: A 20-year masterplan to revitalise Avarua township unveiled

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National

Dignitaries unveiled the Phase 1 Te Tau Papa o Avarua project signboards, marking the official start of the plan which includes infrastructure and landscaping activities to be carried out in Rarotonga’s main central business district.

Economy


Initiative to preserve Muri Lagoon

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National

An enthusiastic effort is being undertaken by a whole-hearted community group whose passion is to preserve and protect the popular and beautiful Muri Lagoon in Ngatangiia.

Environment


Pacific financial intelligence units unite to combat financial crime

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National

The Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) from the Pacific convened in Rarotonga last week to bolster regional partnerships in the fight against serious financial crimes.

Economy


Teenager ordered to pay $13k in reparation for burglary offences

Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A teenager involved in high profile burglaries on Rarotonga has been told to pay $13,000 in reparation and given 16 months of probation.

Court


Te Ipukarea Society: Mauke students engage in waste management and ocean health awareness

Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

With the introduction of non-biodegradable equipment and packaging over the past 50 plus years, waste management in the Pa Enua has become very challenging.

Environment


Hard work pays off for Montagot

Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend

The Tereora College Princess Anne Hall was filled to capacity with proud parents and families as they gathered for the school’s senior prize-giving event yesterday.

Education


Tupapa blaze sparks warning

Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

A shed has been gutted by a blaze following an out of control rubbish fire, prompting a warning from emergency staff, as high winds and dry conditions persist on Rarotonga.

Local


Man facing multiple assault on female charges remanded in custody

Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National

A man facing more than a dozen charges related to assaults on two partners has been remanded in custody.

Court


Allegations of a toxic workplace culture at TMO

Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Health, National

A toxic workplace culture has been uncovered at Te Marae Ora (TMO) following the dismissal of an assault charge involving a former nurse and paramedic.

Health


Cook Islands schools to benefit from ADB-funded WASH facilities upgrade

Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced the commencement of project works to improve the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities of Cook Islands’ schools this month.

Education


Arthur appointed immigration head

Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) Mark Brown, confirmed the appointment of Chere Arthur as principal immigration officer earlier this month.

Local


Search continues

Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Police are appealing to the public for assistance in their ongoing search for 15-year-old Allan Murare, pictured, who was last seen leaving his Arorangi home on the morning of Wednesday, November 8, at around 5am.

Local


Confrontation at courthouse as two groups trade insults

Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National

Tensions boiled over as Police were forced to separate two groups of people at the Ministry of Justice Building in Avarua shortly after the appearance of eight men in court facing charges related to a brawl on Rarotonga.

Court


It’s not as colourful: Cook Islanders working to make tourism regenerative

Thursday 16 November 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Economy, National, Tourism

Visitors to the Cook Islands are being encouraged to look beyond the picture perfect post-card and give back to the environment when holidaying there. By Eleisha Foon of RNZ Pacific.

Economy


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