National

Prosecution could be test for controversial marital rape defence

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Crime

Defence lawyer opposes ‘Mickey Mouse’ prosecution of his client for allegedly raping his partner.

Crime


Drink driver loses licence

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Crime

An elderly man has been charged with drink driving in Avarua Court.

Crime

Auckland to Amuri

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands

The island of Aitutaki supported its annual Koni Raoni fesitive season event with a massive fundraising effort.

Outer Islands


Freight boss won't front to families on missing goods

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy

A second Cook Islands family speaks out about losing their household possessions to Marie Uini and her Australian shipping company.

Economy


Food workers must provide faeces sample

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health

Fury at health department’s ‘pointless’ demand for sample – as well as a $120 fee.

Health


Fresh drinking water vital for puppy power

Friday 10 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local

Cook Islands SPCA manager Deb Ramage says they will assist dog owners to find homes for puppies if they aren’t in a position to take care of them.

Local


Dengue bites back again in New Year

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health

Two probable cases of dengue were recorded in the first week of 2020, bringing the total number to 128 since the outbreak began a year ago.

Health


Seeing is believing for former Penrhyn MP

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Outer Islands

Former Penrhyn MP Wilkie Rasmussen doesn’t have to be told that the weather can’t be controlled.

Outer Islands


Ships' safety issues reported too late for little Lapana

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

New Zealand agency took two months to deliver report identifying safety deficiencies in Taio ships – and meanwhile, a little boy was lost overboard.

Local


Demos: PM should not take the credit for Marae Moana

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

The Opposition has slammed Prime Minister Henry Puna’s decision to speak about the Marae Moana ocean sanctuary at a paid event in United States yesterday.

Politics


Scepticism about fibre cable cost savings

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

A local IT consultant is looking forward to a faster and efficient internet when the Manatua cable goes live in the coming months.

Local


Sports star 'attacked from behind' by visiting teens

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Crime

Charges have been laid against two Kiwi teens accused of a cowardly assault on a Cook Islands sports representative while she was out running.

Crime


3600km across the ocean to a quiet Rarotonga beach

Thursday 9 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National

Cook Islands is now hooked up to the world through a 3600km undersea cable just 19mm thick – barely the breadth of an adult’s thumb.

National


Fuel company fails to explain diesel spill

Wednesday 8 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment

The fuel company at the centre of the diesel leak in Avatiu harbour is stalling investigations into the major spill.

Environment


Cable comes with vow to cut data costs

Wednesday 8 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Local internet providers are promising cheaper data plans once the submarine cable goes live.

Local


Security hired for the YWAM land dispute

Wednesday 8 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Security officers were called in to “keep peace” amid fears landowners would take over the Youth with a Mission property, in a dispute over unpaid rents.

Local


Family fundraises to bring 'big-hearted' Andrew home

Wednesday 8 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local

Friends remember gentle and talented young rugby league player at memorial service, after he lost battle with depression.

Local


Aussie freight operator fails to deliver the goods

Wednesday 8 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in National

A couple spent some of their retirement savings to hire a container to ship their belongings home to Rarotonga. Now the woman who promised to freight their goods has disappeared with the money.

National


PM gives 'behind the scenes' insight

Tuesday 7 January 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Americans will pay from $10 to $58 per person to hear the Cook Islands Prime Minister speak in San Francisco tomorrow.

Politics


Repairs to tugboat Toa get underway

Tuesday 7 January 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Engineers are working to fix the engine of the Toa, which overheated and broke down trying to rescue a fishing boat on the reef.

Local


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