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'You'll never get rid of meth and cannabis'
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
It would be shortsighted for the Cook Islands to put all its energy into fighting methamphetamine alone, says an addictions expert.
$1000 fine: Bing bong merrily and high
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Semisi Loki was yesterday convicted and sentenced to community service and a $1000 fine for possession of a drug utensil.
Pressure on PM over 'genocide'
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Henry Puna is being challenged to press for United Nations intervention in West Papua, where Indonesia has been accused of genocide.
A new world with new rules' for diplomats
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration has outlined its strategy for the future – so it was only appropriate that a Cook Islander of the future laid down the ministry’s challenge.
Mast-er stroke: AM radio station turned off
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Engineer Esben Torget climbed 30 metres up Matavera’s rusty AM radio mast yesterday, in a nerve-wracking survey before beginning the project to dismantle it.
Court ruling: Back to the ballot box
Friday 9 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Te-Hani Brown was seemingly oblivious of her father’s attempts to get her elected to Parliament by chartering a plane for her by-election rally, the court has ruled.
A final farewell for Bishop O'Connell
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Published in Local
The former bishop of Rarotonga, Stuart O’Connell, passed away in Auckland on Friday at the Little Sisters of the Poor, St Joseph’s Home, Herne Bay. He had been ill with cancer for some time.
Detained man's children appeal for his release
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Tannielle McHugh, daughter of detained Edward McHugh, says she feels helpless and all she can do is spread the word of her father’s unique case.
Local shop wins regional award
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Technology
For the third time, local store CIPS Electronics Jay Cars, has claimed the Pacific Islands reseller awards. The win was unexpected.
Pa Enua officers train for biosecurity risks
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Pa Enua biosecurity officers are reinforcing their internal and domestic quarantine training skills on risks associated with the movement of plant materials, fruits, machinery, general cargo and livestock.
'Cancer burden' a Pacific health concern: Herman
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Secretary for Health Dr Josephine Herman has called for a strengthened regional approach to combat what is known in the Pacific as the “cancer burden”.
Police work on arson case praised
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police Commissioner Maara Tetava has praised his investigation team in tackling the three arson fires of 2018.
Dogs put down due to attacks
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Four dogs have been put down near Manuia Beach in Arorangi.
Queen's Rep reappointed
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Published in National
Sir Tom Marsters has been reappointed for a third term as Queen’s Representative for the Cook Islands.
Bread prices go up
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
The wholesale and retail prices of bread in the Cook Islands will increase from tomorrow.
CI News Online subscription
Thursday 8 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
To our CI News online subscribers: please note the new rate for the online subscription - effective as of 1st August 2019.
Nukutere rises through new journey
Wednesday 7 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
The new Nukutere College classroom block is innovative, furnished with fire alarms, tiled floors, modern sturdy chairs and desks, disposal units in its science labs, whiteboards, and a large undercover veranda.
Foreign Affairs sets new five year course
Wednesday 7 August 2019 | Published in Economy
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration is set to launch its five year Statement of Strategic Intentions at Tereora College.
Dinner with Auckland mayoral candidate
Wednesday 7 August 2019 | Published in Local
The race for the Auckland mayoralty is getting it’s biggest shakeup ever this year, and you have a one off-chance to sit down with, and hear from, the person who’s doing that shaking, at Coastal Kitchen this evening.
Former mayor, teacher make honours list
Wednesday 7 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Two long-serving outer island public servants have been recognised in the Queen’s birthday honours for their services to the community.
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