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Study shows high level of domestic violence
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
International Women’s Day was marked on Saturday by a special launch function for the executive summary of the first national Family Health and Safety Report at the Punanga Nui Market.
Motorcyclists run into dogs
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in National
Two motorcycle riders and one passenger were lucky to escape with only minor injuries after separate crashes involving dogs over the weekend.
Psychiatric assessment suggested by lawyer
Wednesday 12 March 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on March 6 was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning, who made the following judgements: Tuiate Dean, 19, appeared to court charged with assault on a female and rape.
Local man beats alleged Muri thief but JP warns: 'Don't do it again'
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Crime
The High Court on March 6 was presided over by Justice of the Peace John Kenning, who made the following judgements: Timothy Vaea, 45, pleaded guilty to a charge of common assault.
Super is voluntary while appeal's on
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
While a constitutional battle plays out in the courts, the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) will temporarily become a non-compulsory scheme.
Turtle rescue in Nassau
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Local
Nassau School students were frantic last week when they rescued their pet turtles from unexpected sea surges.
New safety barrier at Blackrock blackspot
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in Local
Volunteers have been hard at work building a new safety rail at Blackrock designed to prevent motorists driving over the bank.
Rakahanga fishery officer shares skills with students
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Students in Rakahanga are taking part in fishery training as part of their Life Skills programme with assistance from the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).
Phys ed programme for Atiu children
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Kiwi occupational therapy students have started a physical education programme for children on Atiu.
Manihiki corals show adaptability
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Two researchers from Stanford University in California have found that corals in Manihiki have shown they have the ability to adapt to higher water temperatures, showing potential resilience to climate change.
Pasifika popular with large crowds
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Thousands of Kiwis and Pacific Islanders living in Auckland got a taste of the islands at the two-day Pasifika Festival held at the Western Springs Park over the weekend.
TMV petition now has 1500 signatures plus
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
More than 1500 signatures have been added to the petition that aims to put a halt to the Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project, according to its organisers.
Government begins search for new BTIB chairman
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Government hopes to fill in the recently vacated role of board chairman with the Business Trade and Investment Board by the end of the week.
Tutaka gets underway
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Health inspectors were out in force yesterday for the first round of Tutaka health checks in Rarotonga, which run all week.
Blood tests confirm zika
Tuesday 11 March 2014 | Published in National
Test results show that a virus outbreak in Rarotonga is almost certainly zika and not dengue, says the Ministry of Health.
Cabinet in country
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in National
Prime Minister Henry Puna returned from personal leave over the weekend, and will be resuming his normal routine for the coming week.
Aitutaki second best in South Pacific
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in National
Aitutaki has been voted the second best island in the South Pacific by popular travel website Tripadvisor.
Tourists disillusioned after bag was stolen
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in National
A visiting Australian couple are unlikely to return to Rarotonga after having nearly $2000 stolen while they were out for dinner this week.
Estall to get day in court
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in Crime
The long-awaited trial of manslaughter accused James Estall will kick off the first criminal and civil High Court judge session for the year.
Whales to be filmed by expert in Cooks
Monday 10 March 2014 | Published in Environment
One of the world’s top underwater photographers is coming to the Cook Islands later this year to capture stunning images of whales swimming in our waters.
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