National
Bars and nightclubs set to reopen
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Bars and restaurants can remain open until 10pm, nightclubs expected to reopen this week, confirms police.
$76m phase two of Covid-19 Economic Response Plan
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Continued financial lifelines for people and businesses and economic recovery and diversification are main points outlined as part of phase two of the government’s economic response plan.
JP shows compassion for young offender
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
Youth was on the side of a 17-year-old who appeared in court for failing to stop on demand and dangerous driving charges.
Jean Mason: To know our trees is to save them
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Cook Islands Library and Museum curator Jean Mason is passionate about the conservation of trees. She believes that if we can identify trees, especially tupuna trees, they can be pruned to make sure they live on for hundreds of years.
'I would hate for a little child to be the next victim'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Wendy Tuara is calling for dog owners to take responsibility, after her pet cat was mauled to death.
Kelvin Passfield: Seaweed is a good local fertiliser
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Fertilise your organic vegetables and help clean up the coastline at the same time.
'I heard a loud bang and woke up'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
Papa Teina Ataera Snr built his home 60 years ago for his new wife, the late Rangi Wichman. On Thursday afternoon, it burnt to the ground.
Rallying call against helmets
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A Rarotonga resident plans a motorbike rally to protest against the new law requiring all motorcyclists to wear helmets.
Friends donate $20,000 for sick teacher
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
The family of Rarotonga teacher Grace Archer has set up a fundraising page to help support her recovery.
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.
« Previous 1 … 462 463 464 465 466 467 468 469 470 … 1,913 Next »