National
Election: Court battle for Matavera?
Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Are arch rivals Kiriau Terepu and Cassey Eggelton about to battle it out in court for the honour of being Matavera’s Member of Parliament?
Alleged thief an 'untrained accountant'
Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Crime
A Fijian national facing trial over theft of around $10,500 from employee wages was a head accountant who, allegedly, was not trained for the job, the court has heard.
Election: More results released
Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Politics
A further six successful candidates have been announced, following the election on July 9.
Vaka to be part of Te Maeva Nui
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Traditional voyaging is set to be part of the annual Te Maeva Nui constitution celebrations, starting on July 28 with the arrival of double-hulled voyaging vessels Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia.
Rego plate money to make roads safer
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Local
Selling off old vehicle registration plates to tourists has helped Bank of the Cook Islands raise nearly $1000 for the cause of making roads safer in Rarotonga.
Plastic bag money going to recycling
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Environment
Shoppers will be charged 10 cents for every plastic bag they take home from Cook Islands Trading Corporation stores, starting this Thursday.
Depopulation high in the Cooks
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Local
Depopulation of the Cook Islands is at one of the highest rates in the world, according to an online report this week.
Election campaigns 'lacked substance'
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Campaigns from the two major political parties were pre-occupied with offering ‘lollies’ to voters, instead of focusing on the big issues, says one of the country’s former lawmakers.
Validity of postal votes questioned
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Politics
The arrival of postal votes from New Zealand on Friday – two days after election day - has sparked concern over their validity.
Election results announced
Tuesday 15 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Six victorious candidates have been announced by the Electoral Office.
Papas brighten up playground
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Local
The Punanga Nui Market playground will be a brighter and safer place for kids thanks to the papas and mamas of the Mongoose Golden Oldies Club and members of the Rotary Club of Rarotonga.
Reusable nappies onto third child
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Environment
The mother and baby who featured in Lagoon Day’s reusable nappy infomercial is visiting again, two years on – and with another gorgeous baby to hug.
Mauke fuel subsidy needed, says MMR
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Local
Mauke fishers may need some form of fuel subsidy to make their industry viable, according to the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).
Trip for takeaways costs driver his licence
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on July 10 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams, who made the following judgments:
OCI candidates hold 'wrap-up' in Mauke
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Politics
One Cook Islands supporters in Mauke and their Rarotongan counterparts gathered on Friday evening for a campaign “wrap-up” celebration for candidate Tungane (Nane) Williams.
O3b satellites successfully launched
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Technology
New global internet provider O3b Networks has successfully launched its next group of four satellites from the Space Center in French Guiana.
High Court Judge in Raro this week
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Crime
Fijian national Avitesh Prasad gets his day in court in the first week of High Court judge Justice Colin Doherty’s schedule.
Election: Bitter battle likely in Atiu
Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Jubilation over Rose Toki Brown’s victory over political veteran Norman George has quickly faded as allegations of bribery and treating begin to fly in the Atiuan constituency of Teenui-Mapumai.
Pair aim to make solar affordable
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Environment
A new player has emerged in the local solar energy market, offering “self-funding” packages designed to be more affordable for everyday Cook Islanders.
Esther Honey raising funds for vehicle
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local
Hard-working volunteers at the Esther Honey Foundation are trying to raise about $8000 to buy a new vehicle – and made a healthy sum selling baked goods this week.
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