National

Hot in the kitchen, chefs showcase culinary skills

Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local

Twelve local chefs pulled out all the stops, producing delicious, eye catching culinary delights during the Cook Islands Culinary Championships on Friday.

Local

Package containing illicit drugs intercepted by university staff

Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime

A medium sized box containing illicit drugs surprises and scares staff at university campus.

Crime

Cruise ships 'safe'

Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health

The national tourism body has assured public that “due diligence is carried out” when cruise ship passengers enter the country.

Health

'A mountain that has stood firmly for us'

Monday 24 February 2020 | Published in Economy

Consul-General Rosie Blake marked her retirement this weekend with a call to unity among Cook Islands and Pacific peoples.

Economy

Students combat drink-driving

Monday 24 February 2020 | Published in Education

Grown-ups may be slow to change their dangerous drink-drive habits – but young Cook Islanders are stepping up and taking responsibility.

Education

Go straight to prison, do not pass go

Monday 24 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A 61-year-old road cleaner Ngatokorua Tariu has been convicted and fined $300 for an excess breath alcohol charge.

Crime

Cooks cleared of tax haven stigma

Monday 24 February 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Economy

Government promises to thoroughly overhaul company taxes including looking at taxing overseas corporate who make their profits here.

Economy

You are the weakest link'

Monday 24 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands

Allegations of conflicting political agendas fly in tit-for-tat row over dismissal of six Pukapuka workers.

Outer Islands

Rain and thunder, but Cooks escape cyclone

Monday 24 February 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Weather

Pacific meteorologists are being criticised for “over-forecasting” the last two tropical cyclones, Vicky and Wasi.

Weather

Sharing the BRUV

Saturday 22 February 2020 | Published in Outer Islands

To this group of students, there is no separation between people and resources. For thousands of years, science has informed decisions about resource management – now the science is just a little different.

Outer Islands

Language starts with parents and tamariki

Saturday 22 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Culture

In order for a people to grow and thrive, it is important to know their native tongue. The good news is, there are signs of language revitalisation in the family home.

Culture

Andrea George: New intern gets engrossed in 'gross stuff'

Saturday 22 February 2020 | Published in Environment

OPINION: As Te Ipukarea Society’s newest intern, I get the chance to take part in a number of conservation efforts.

Environment

Mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the Raro rain

Saturday 22 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A drunk British tourist smashed his way into a Muri store to get out of the rain.

Crime

'No professional misconduct'

Saturday 22 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Ousted football executive Tai Nicholas has escaped being struck off as a lawyer – because he did not have a practicing certificate when he made and received allegedly improper payments.