National

Cops dismiss suggestions to extend helmet law following Atiu crash

Tuesday 15 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National

Police have no immediate concerns and say there is not enough activity to justify helmet laws in the outer islands following a crash in Atiu over the weekend.

Crime


Missing teenager: ‘We’re not sure whether he is still alive’

Tuesday 15 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Editor's Pick, Features, Local, National

Parents of a 19-year-old male who has been missing since late July fear their son is dead.

Editor's Pick


Landowners annoyed with perceived lack of consultation around Avana Harbour project

Tuesday 15 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Environment, Local, National

Landowners in the Avana Harbour area are hot under the collar after a digger turned up on Monday and started dredging in the narrow stretch of water.

Environment


Stricter rules for e-cigarettes proposed in Amendment Bill

Tuesday 15 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, Local, National

A review of the Health Act is about to take place, with new rules for electronic cigarettes likely to be proposed.

Health


Consultants to improve online business

Monday 14 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, National, Technology

A five-person team of consultants will meet in the Cook Islands in early December to improve online transactions for businesses.

Business


Atiu trio medevacked to Raro after head on motorbike crash

Monday 14 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Health, Local, National

Three people from Atiu are admitted to Rarotonga Hospital after a ‘suspected’ alcohol-related motorcycle crash over the weekend.

Health


Stakeholders prepare for 2022/2023 cyclone season

Monday 14 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National, Weather

The Cook Islands Meteorological Service facilitated the National Climate and Oceans Forum Workshop with its stakeholders on Friday to prepare them for the 2022/23 cyclone season which runs from November to April.

Environment


Early childhood care and education is connected with nature

Monday 14 November 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, National

A series of photos depicting Cook Islands’ early child care education will be exhibited at the World Conference on Early Childhood Care and Education in Tashkent, Uzbekistan this week.

Education


Court briefs 14.01.22

Sunday 13 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, Crime, National

Conflict of interest Ngatokorua William had his case adjourned because of a conflict of interest with the Justice of the Peace in the Criminal Court at Avarua. William appeared on Thursday charged with excess breath alcohol and careless driving. JP Vania Kenning told the court there was a conflict of interest but did not say […]

Court


Court briefs 11.11.22

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Court, National

Guilty to assault Eria Bubutei pleaded guilty to four counts of assault on a child in the Criminal Court at Avarua on Thursday. Bubutei pleaded guilty through his lawyer Mark Short. Short said: “He wants to take responsibility and that is why he is taking this plea today.” Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning set […]

Court


‘No safety risk’: Airport waiting for funding to swap cracked slabs

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, National

The Cook Islands Airport Authority is adamant there is ‘no safety risk’ from the hairline cracks in the newly laid concrete slabs on the runway as they wait funding to replace them.

Business


Moment of truth at COP27

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, Environment, National

The 27th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 27) comes at a time of climate crisis, and the Cook Islands took a delegation to the event in Egypt. Matthew Littlewood talks to those interested in the conference’s outcome.

Business


Lest we forget: WWI veterans remembered

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

A solemn ‘Remembrance Service’ commemorated Armistice Day at the Returned & Services Association Cook Islands (RSA) in Nikao yesterday morning.

Local


Issues behind the smoke screen

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National

Vape waste poses a particular waste problem because it falls in the categories of e-waste and hazardous waste, writes Te Ipukarea Society.

Environment


‘It’s no walk in the park’ Regulated environment for the Cross-Island trek proposed

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National

The mountains over Rarotonga are proving too much for an increasing number of visitors who are underestimating their difficult and sometimes treacherous climbing conditions. It comes at a cost, but it’s a question of who pays.

Local


Managing, minimising and preventing sports injuries

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National, Sports

The Cook Islands Games may be over, however, several sports codes on the island including cricket, rugby 7s, football and several gym exercise programmes are still active leading up to Christmas. And with sport comes injuries. Visiting sports physiotherapist Tanya Browne shares some tips on caring for sports injuries.

Health


Hungry mouths gather for fundraising feast

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Six pigs, 50 cartons of chickens and hundreds of steaks kept the crowds fed at the biennial St Joseph’s Primary School Gala in Taua Terevete Park on Friday.

Local


Cook Islands Va‘ine at Aotearoa Art Fair

Saturday 12 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Business, Entertainment, National

When the Aotearoa Art Fair opens in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland on Wednesday, November 16, it will be a celebration of Cook Islands Va‘ine for Bergman Gallery. By Rachel Smith.

Business


Vaka to get makeover and new name

Friday 11 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Culture, National

A vaka gifted to the Cook Islands is about to get a makeover and a new name.

Culture


‘Communities will decide how tourism is run’

Friday 11 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Business, Economy, National

Communities are going to decide how tourism is run, just look at Hawaii, says New Zealand Māori Tourism chief executive Pania Tyson-Nathan.

Business


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