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Violence no laughing matter
Thursday 7 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Comedian Tofiga Fepulea’i plays his most serious role this month – a starring role in Cook Islands’ White Ribbon campaign.
Stephen Lyon's message to New Zealand: 'I'll be back'
Thursday 7 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Politics
For the past year, Pacific Divers director Stephen Lyon has been being working towards the goal of becoming the New Zealand National Party candidate for the South Auckland electorate of Botany.
Resorts welcome the pink dollar
Thursday 7 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Tourism operators are opening their arms and their doors to same-sex couples.
Movember: 'We tell our boys to stop crying'
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
For too long, men haven’t been brought up to ask for help when they’re struggling. Now, a group of young men are leading the change in dramatic fashion.
Grieving dog owner warns others to keep their dog safe
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A dog owner is raising new concerns about poisoning, after the deaths of three more dogs.
MPs' consciences v human rights
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Politics
Churches and representatives of the gay and lesbian community have today explained their positions on criminalising same-sex relationships.
Cook Islands tops list of breakout destinations
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Cook Islands is No 3 on a list of the top emerging travel destinations in the world.
'How many deaths will it take?'
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
A fifth motorcyclist death this year is driving new promises to make helmets compulsory.
'Public support' for same-sex ban
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The decision to reinstate homosexual sex in the Crimes Bill was a response to the numbers of submissions and views expressed at public meetings around the Cook Islands, the committee chairperson says.
Sharing music with the world
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture
Twenty-two University of Melbourne music students have visited Rarotonga and Aitutaki to collaborate with local musicians to share Cook Islands beats with the world.
Outer islands get biosecurity officers
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
As a way of ensuring that Cook Islands border is protected, outer island agriculture officers are undergoing a special training to be part of the biosecurity team.
Minister asks for pesticide alternatives
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The SPCA is calling for education for dog owners and for planters using pesticide pellets, to prevent accidental poisoning.
If life gives you lemons …
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Published in Local
Lewis Tutai and his sister picked a bunch of 13 lemons from his dad’s farm yesterday – and his grin says it all.
Runaway developer's firm faces claims
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
CM Contracting Ltd ‘giving building industry a bad name’.
The pā'oa of Aitutaki
Monday 4 November 2019 | Published in Culture
Aitutaki pā’oa (bark cloth) deserves its resurgence. There is desperate need for it to be demystified and “modern day” women to breathe new life into it, writes Dr Tepaeru-Ariki C. French.
Dengue infections in visitors
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Two tourists visiting the country from French Polynesia have been confirmed to have been diagnosed with the dengue type 2 (DENV – 2) virus.
Dialogue on sustainable oceans
Monday 4 November 2019 | Published in Environment
A discussion on Cook Islands approaches to international engagement to secure sustainable oceans will be held today.
Court briefs
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Hefty fine for excess alcohol A man who exceeded the alcohol limit for driving has been convicted and fined $450 by the High Court.
Online petition against ban on same sex starts
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Efforts are being made to decriminalise homosexuality in the Cook Islands.
35yo dies in road crash
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A man died as a result of the injuries he sustained when his motorcycle crashed into a party bus on Friday night.
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