National
Have your say on minimum wage
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Politics
All workers in the Cook Islands are being urged to have their say on the minimum wage review.
Pipeline plan up for comment
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Politics
A controversial proposal for an “over-the-reef” pipeline that may drastically drop the price of petrol is now out for public consultation.
Last-minute entries boost award nominations
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Politics
After getting off to a slow start the 2015 Development Awards to celebrate 50 years or development since self-government in 1965, attracted nearly 70 nomination forms covering over 110 nominations, some of them covering several decades.
Kete in NZ for treatment
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party has confirmed their candidate for the upcoming Vaipae-Tautu by-election is in New Zealand seeking medical treatment.
NCD stats give cause for alarm
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Health
Startling statistics show the number of new Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) cases throughout the Cook Islands has increased rapidly over the past four years, raising questions about the effectiveness of national health initiatives.
Puna has busy time
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna had a busy time in New Zealand this week, including a meeting with the ambassador of the Czech Republic.
Dogs about to enjoy new home
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Local
Finishing touches to the Cook Islands Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ (CISPCA) new kennels will be completed this weekend at the Takitumu property.
'Holiday' among the treetops
Friday 6 February 2015 | Published in Local
New Zealand tree care and management professional Nick Arnold is visiting Rarotonga on what could be described as ‘a busman’s holiday’.
Meeting to showcase our journey
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
Preparations are in full swing to celebrate the Cook Islands’ journey to development at the 2015 Development Partners Meeting to be held next week.
Pair plead not guilty to drink-drive charges
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Crime
Luke Brown and Michael Savage pleaded not guilty to charges of driving with excess breath alcohol when they appeared in the High Court last week.
Never mind the taste, noni's a winner!
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
Brad Stafford is a real character.
Medicine rules in good health
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Health
Regulating pharmacy practices and the availability of medicines to make prescribing them safer is the aim of a visiting pharmacy consultant working with the Ministry of Health this week.
Workers want Government to act on bank sale
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Economy
The Government should intervene in the sale of Westpac as customers feel uncertain about the bank’s surprise decision, says Cook Islands Workers Association.
New bank moves to reassure customers
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands will be seeing more lime green soon, as Westpac Cook Islands gets set to be rebranded using the corporate colours of the Bank of South Pacific (BSP).
Apii potiki opens doors to community
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Education
Young minds have room to grow at Apii Nikao ECE, a place school teacher Mary Tafale says is a ‘community school’.
Waitangi Day will be family affair
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Local
The New Zealand High Commission in Rarotonga is inviting the public to celebrate Waitangi Day with a special “Ngatipa Open Day” at the New Zealand Official Residence this Friday.
Trio in court on theft charges
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Crime
Joseph Wichman, Areariki Cowan and Dawn Ngaeruaiti all faced charges of theft when they appeared in the High Court before Justice of the Peace Carmen Temata last week. Wichman pleaded guilty and police sought a three-week adjournment of his case. However due to the seriousness of the charge and the need for a three -JP sentencing, Wichman’s sentencing hearing was scheduled for June 2, when a probation report will be provided. Defence counsel Mark Short asked police to provide disclosure documents for his client Cowan, and an adjournment was granted to February 5. Police withdrew the charge against Ngaeruaiti on the basis that the matter had since been dealt with by the property owner and defendant. George Keu Fred Maoate appeared on charges of theft by finding. Defence counsel Norman George withdrew his services in the case, handed all disclosures to Maoate and urged the police and court to assist Maoate in seeking new counsel. Police prosecutor Fairoa Tararo submitted a new charge of burglary and sought a two-week adjournment to clarify whether the new charge was to substitute the old charge, or if the two charges would be separate. Adjournment was approved to February 12, with bail conditions to continue. Kyle Tamariki failed to appear on a charge of being unlawfully found on premises. Police prosecutor Tararo said he had no objections regarding Tamariki’s absence as police had withdrawn all charges due to insufficient evidence. Douglas Tau entered two pleas of not guilty to not being licensed or prohibited to have a Class C drug plant and possession of a utensil for smoking a class C Drug. However, Tau, who will appear before a judge and jury on July 23, pleaded guilty to a charge of being in possession of a Class C drug. Defence counsel Norman George sought approval from the court to adjourn the charge indefinitely, or until there had been an outcome from the other two charges. Police agreed with the request but continued to seek judgment regarding a fourth charge of contempt of court. George swiftly entered a plea of guilty on behalf of his client, followed by a further plea to the court for a withdrawal of the charge, on the grounds that his client had been so focused on his work he had simply lost track of the time. JP Temata withdrew the contempt of court charge with a strong warning to Tou not to offend again. The drug charges will be heard at a defended hearing in the High Court on July 23, before Justice Doherty. Teremoana Saddler pleaded guilty to a new charge of contempt of court after police withdrew five previous charges. A sentencing date was set for March 4, with all other pending charges to be heard and rescheduled on the same day. Saddler was remanded in custody.
Healthy lunches catch on with youngsters
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Health
The words ‘reduce, re-use and recycle’ are the focus of a healthy lunch programme making a difference to the health of Rarotongan youngsters and their environment.
Donation criticism is 'naive'
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Politics
Criticism by Opposition MPs of China’s donation of heavy machinery for the outer islands shows naivety and lack of understanding, says Minister of Finance Mark Brown.
Police warning follows assault on tourist
Thursday 5 February 2015 | Published in Crime
Local police are issuing a strong warning that there is no place for violence in the Cook Islands.
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