National
New travel bans stop locals returning home
Friday 28 February 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Mark Serito was airborne over the Pacific last night, returning to his family in Cook Islands, when the Covid-19 travel ban was extended to 16 countries.
Medical examiner looks at teen death
Friday 28 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime
Family are grieving the sudden passing of 18-year-old Nicole Mata Tavai in Nikao at the weekend.
Japan aid for Mitiaro's water problem
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
The people of Mitiaro are grateful for the concrete water tanks that have sustained the community during its dry weather periods.
Addict needs help, not jail – counsellor
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Violent row involving substance abuser sparks calls for better support for addicts, the mentally ill and troubled young people.
Secure your rubbish, advises Infrastructure
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Roadside refuse must be secured tightly to prevent animals from scavenging through the rubbish, says Infrastructure Cook Islands.
Illegal drugs are smuggled in marked 'medicine' – Demos
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Published in Local
It’s time authorities acknowledge there is a real hard drugs problem in Rarotonga, says Democratic Party police spokesperson Tamaiva Tuavera.
Pa Enua students granted future
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
At the end of year 11, Danielle Nimeti had a realisation: anyone can achieve anything, even if they come from a small island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Man dies from crash injuries
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime
A young father who died after sustaining serious injuries in a motorbike accident on Mangaia has been remembered as a loving father, son, partner, uncle, cousin and friend.
Ash Wednesday- Catholics mark the beginning of lent
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Students gathered at St Joseph’s Cathedral in Rarotonga to mark the symbolic beginning of the season of Lent, and 40 days of fasting.
'I had a feeling I would win something'
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Winning photographers recognised for capturing Cook Islands summer.
Driven to distraction
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A YOUNG woman who was disqualified from driving last year has been caught at the wheel again.
Police: 'Put victims first'
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A repeat offender who rear-ended a car in front is refusing to pay the full cost of the damage.
Health u-bend on faeces samples
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health
Unsafe food practices happening all over the islands, chefs’ representative warns.
Court restrains haircut school
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
An Australian court has issued an interim injunction stopping a private school expelling a 5-year-old Cook Islands boy because of the length of his hair.
Repeat offender hurt MP
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois has appeared in court accused of driving while disqualified, after allegedly crashing a rental car on Nikao main road at the weekend.
More security guards target crime, crashes
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Three round-the-clock teams are needed to respond to trouble on the island, security boss says.
Miracle turtle: Shell be right
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Environment
Against all odds, an orphaned green sea turtle is exploring the lagoon and nearly ready to return to the open sea.
Today's prefects, tomorrow's leaders
Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Newly-inducted primary school prefects from Apii Nikao and Takitumu are ready to take on the challenge.
Pukapuka saga: Claims of unpaid wages
Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Dismissed Pukapuka government employees cry foul over unpaid wages.
Father who alleged police assault further charged
Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Aue Vakatini was looking forward to his charge against a police officer being withdrawn in April.
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