National
Bid to get charges dropped in bush knife case
Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The defence counsel of a young woman who is alleged to have threatened a man with a bush knife is hoping to have charges withdrawn.
Tourism celebrates pre-Covid success
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Although 2020 has been tough on everyone with the tourism industry hit the hardest, the Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards was a happy gathering of the community.
Improving workplace safety for public servants in the Pa Enua
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has been encouraged to live up to its responsibility and ensure Rakahanga island government wharf workers are provided with safety gear to protect against injury when offloading cargo vessels.
In nasty weather it's better safe than sorry, official say
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Ports Authority has plans in place for any cyclone emergency.
Christmas cheer in Rarotonga
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A bumper crowd gathered at the Punanga Nui Market Wednesday night for Rotaract Rarotonga’s annual Christmas in the Market.
Government debt load ‘high risk strategy’
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Public debt is expected to climb and exceed an official target as the economy continues to suffer in the absence of tourists, leading one prominent businessman to question the sustainability of government finances.
Award-winning soldier: Serving provides a greater purpose in life
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islander Staff Sergeant Tokahaumata Oltaches-Tagavaitau says her parents have always told her that the uniform she wears is not a job or profession but is her calling.
Fun in the hot Pukapuka sun
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
The long, hot lazy days of summer have arrived in Pukapuka.
Mongoose support Walk for Life
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The active Mongoose sports group have donated $640 to the Cook Islands Sports & National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) president Hugh Graham in support of the Leaders Walk for Life.
Fraudsters target online shoppers
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Crime, National
Holiday shoppers are being advised to watch out for online fraud and fake websites impersonating local companies.
Stay ‘watchful’ this festive season
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police and a local security firm are calling on the public to remain vigilant at home and in public, even though this year is on target to have the lowest annual theft rate in 10 years.
Tropical Cyclone Zazu watched closely
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service continues to monitor Tropical Cyclone Zazu and keep the public informed through social media and radio platforms.
‘No chance’ of facing charges
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois’ case has not been adjourned as ‘sine die’.
Met service keeping close watch on Cyclone Zazu
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga could feel some effects of Tropical Cyclone Zazu on Wednesday morning, according to Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Pukapuka hospital upgrade on target
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
With a new hospital in the final stages of completion, Pukapuka’s leaders now hope they can lure a qualified doctor to improve the quality of healthcare available on the island.
Flights are getting snapped up in advance of a potential bubble with NZ
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
A quarantine-free travel corridor between New Zealand and Cook Islands will open in March next year and Kiwis are rushing to book their holidays.
Committing to a better future
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
Australian High Commissioner to Cook Islands Dr Chris Watkins became the first diplomatic from his country to visit the northern group island of Manihiki.
Matavera to lose treasured toa trees
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A disappointed community member says Infrastructure Cook Islands didn’t give any other options, apart from destroying the ironwood trees to make way for road development.
Dux dedicates award to mum
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Araura College Dux Dalcynare Kirite has dedicated her award to her mum.
Cook Islands’ tie-dye skills come in handy for former expat worker
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Earlier this year, former expat worker Sanaila Nahuto took his annual leave to visit his home country, Fiji.
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