National

From hero to Zero

Friday 29 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

$1 billion drug yacht ‘Zero’ has been removed from the Cook Islands ships register and is under the hammer for a bargain basement rate.

Local


A lesson in flower power

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

It was once said, where flowers bloom, so does hope – and Rarotonga’s children prove that.

Culture


Young leader quits to focus on family

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Published in Local

Petero Okotai has stepped down from his role as the head of the Cook Islands Investment Corporation.

Local


Pride in same-sex fairness campaign

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local

First Lady Tuaine Marsters launched the Pride Cook Islands campaign last night.

Local


Predator jailed to 'protect children'

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Five years prison for indecent assault on 4-year-old.

Crime

Young designers sewing up a storm

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Five designers have worked tirelessly over the past few months stitching, unstitching and making changes to their garments for the Te Ata o Avaiki show this evening.

Local


Money paid to contracting firm a 'lost cause'

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local

High Court hears CM Contracting is ‘hopelessly insolvent’, to dismay of growing list of creditors.

Local


Showcasing traditional dresses on catwalk

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Eleven contestants rock the stage at the Mama Rauti Para event in Auckland.

Local


Seminar on Uni survival

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

It’s close to the end of the school year, and college students would be going over their university applications and making plans for studies overseas.

Education

Mental health programme receives praise

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health

Efforts to raise awareness on mental health issues in the Cook Islands has been praised.

Health


Ministries promote their message in a flowery way

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

Government offices put on a colourful display to promote the annual flower show.

Culture


New pipes to be disinfected using chlorine

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Anti-chlorine group demands government to provide details on how the chlorinated water would be removed and disposed.

Local


Campaign against same sex law

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Published in Local

A campaign to push for decriminalising of same sex will be launched tonight.

Local


Indecent assault matter adjourned

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A man who was charged for indecently assaulting a female by touching her private area could have the charges against him changed.

Crime

Further charge expected

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Police is expected to lay further charges to the hit and run accused Jeremiah Moce before his court trial next year.

Crime

Drug accused a no-show in court

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

An American resident facing a charge of possession of cannabis is yet to make contact with his legal representative on when he would be able to attend to his court matter.

Crime

Daycare centre closed after flooding

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Weather

A daycare centre in Tupapa has experienced flooding for the seventh time this year.

Weather


Removing same-sex jail time would be 'positive progress'

Tuesday 26 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Decriminalising homosexuality would be a positive step towards a more inclusive and fair Cook Islands society, says the New Zealand High Commission.

Local


Netball courts back in court

Tuesday 26 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Owners of the Muri netball courts say they have been left with no choice but to renew their legal fight to stop the development of a health centre.

Local

Bowling is blooming!

Tuesday 26 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture

The Rarotonga Bowling claimed first place for the Te Mire Tiare decorated properties competition, with a cleverly constructed ‘bowler in action’ on the green.

Culture


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