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Freezer thieves front up in court
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Crime
Two people connected to break-ins on four different businesses two weekends ago appeared in court on Thursday.
Final vote count to start Monday
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Election officials are set to begin their final count of results from last Wednesday’s election.
Top stories online this week
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local
Missed anything in the news this week? Stay up to date with this list of stories that sparked the most interest online.
Low voter turnout skewed by roll numbers?
Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Voter turnout in this week’s General Elections appears to be the lowest in recent memory, but one victorious candidate says the numbers may be misleading.
Election: Mixed reactions from candidates
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Nerves, tears and smiles were all part of election night in the Cook Islands, as candidates huddled around radio and television sets while preliminary results were announced.
Asbestos tests look mostly good
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Health
A Kiwi consultant has been back in the Cook Islands testing asbestos levels at a number of schools and government properties.
Parties quiet on possible coalition
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Party leaders were tight-lipped about the formation of a possible coalition government after Wednesday’s general elections.
Manihiki breakfast on the menu
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
Traditional Manihiki delicacies are being served up at Punanga Nui Market today, as part of a new tourism experience created by Pastor Ngarima George.
Cook Islander awarded doctorate in theology
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Education
Nearly seven years of hard work have paid off for Cook Islander Reverend - and now Doctor - Tokerau Joseph, who has completed a PhD in theology and religion in New Zealand.
BCI funding for Cyclone Martin book
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
A major project to record Cyclone Martin’s impact on the people of Manihiki has been given a much-appreciated funding boost by the Bank of the Cook Islands.
Officials quiet over fishing negotiations
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local
Officials are remaining quiet on the current status of ongoing negotiations with the owners of a foreign fishing vessel accused of illegally fishing in Cook Islands waters.
Book to show Aitutaki's growing potential
Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
The exotic tropical fruit gardens of Aitutaki resident Bill Tschan are set to come to life through a new book currently in the works.
70th birthday surprise in Raro
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Mereani Tangata received a special 70th birthday celebration yesterday courtesy of fellow members of the Punanga Nui Vainetini Mamas group.
Marurai waltzes into office
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
It was a boring election day for Ivirua Member of Parliament Jim Marurai, who ran uncontested on the island of Mangaia.
Youth vote turnout not looking promising
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
Electoral Officers say they have seen very few young voters heading to the polling booths, suggesting the overall youth vote count could be disappointing.
Suspended cop granted travel to NZ
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on July 3 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Pae Tuteru, who made the following judgements:
Bitter-sweet start to whale season
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Local
Whale season has officially kicked off in the Cook Islands and around six humpbacks have already shown up over the past week.
Cultural celebration in full swing
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Cook Islands student performers were welcomed onto the Takapuwahia Marae in Wellington as part of the weeklong Taokotaianga by and for Cook Islands university students.
One Cook Islands as kingmaker?
Thursday 10 July 2014 | Published in Politics
The numbers are close, but one thing is certain after yesterday’s general elections: the political landscape in the Cook Islands has changed in dramatic fashion.
Cooks heritage inspires woven art
Wednesday 9 July 2014 | Published in Culture
Cook Islander, Tuaine Bailey (nee Strickland) is currently showcasing her weaving at Auckland City Council’s Nathan Homestead in Manurewa as part of an exhibition of Maori Art for Matariki Celebrations.
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