National
Businesses say 'stakes couldn't be higher'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
The Private Sector Taskforce has issued a white paper to the government that sets out a package of urgent stabilisation measures to help businesses and their employees survive the coming months.
Ministers charter flights north
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
Opposition Democratic Party says charter flights are for ‘political jaunt that will impoverish the government’ when it is struggling in Covid-19 crisis.
Home to Raro, home to family
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health
It was revolving doors at Edgewater Resort yesterday, as returning Cook Islanders came and went. Katrina Tanirau and Melina Etches report.
45 minute fight: Massive catch marks milestone
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Gordon Heather got an extra special present for his 30th birthday – a 262kg blue marlin.
Govt adviser is accused of refusing police order
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Senior government adviser Terry Rangi appeared in court yesterday charged with refusing a breath alcohol or blood test.
Expat worker to appeal drink-drive finding
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Police denied an expat worker his basic human rights when he failed a breath alcohol test, his lawyer says.
Borders should open in July, says private sector
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
One-fifth of companies say they are considering shutting down, and need the tourists back.
'Exciting to finally be going home'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Krissy Lewis enjoyed the last of the afternoon sunshine at the Edgewater Resort yesterday. This morning, she’s going home.
Vodafone disables excessive data for post-pay customers
Thursday 21 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Customers have welcomed a new circuit-breaker on Vodafone’s mobile plans, to stop people blowing their data budget.
Archivists: 'It's been a bit of a shock'
Thursday 21 May 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Culture
Cook Islands archivists are stranded in Wellington, preparing to digitise records of disasters like Cyclone Martin – while living through a disaster of a different sort.
Cooks' biggest cultural event cancelled
Thursday 21 May 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The decision has been made to call off Te Maeva Nui – but in some good news, dance contest Te Mire Ura will go ahead in July.
What becomes of the broken-hearted Raro dog?
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
At 60kg, big tongue-lolling Onion is not typical of the world-famous small, stumpy Raro dog. But very little is typical now as Cook Islands’ long white beaches empty of tourists and their friendly companions.
Tajiya's 'Move with Me' campaign
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
When one door closes, another opens, says Miss World Oceania Tajiya Sahay.
Getting ready for her journey home
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Musician Kura Happ was amongst Ponu the turtle’s many supporters at the Marine and Wildlife Eco Centre on Monday to witness her flippers being tagged.
No alcohol delivery, says police
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Police say those consuming alcohol at the quarantine facility should keep their behaviour under control.
Tents for prison
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
When Arorangi Prison went into lockdown because of the threat of Covid-19, the co-operation of inmates and their families was praised by Minister of Corrections George Angene and Superintendent Teariki Purua.
Breach in quarantine
Wednesday 20 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
The overall risk of exposure to Covid-19 is low, but the question is how did a breach in quarantine occur in the first place?
Police concerned at young people flouting helmet law
Tuesday 19 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Teenagers think they can ‘get away with it.
A 'human right' to be bailed – defence
Tuesday 19 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
An alleged violent offender has been refused bail because of concerns at the risk he poses to the community.
'Learning how to be artists'
Tuesday 19 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
There is some magic being created in the art classes at Tereora College.
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