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Ambulance driver double drink limit
Friday 28 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Man disqualified after drunken crash. An ambulance driver at Rarotonga Hospital has been disqualified from driving after smashing into a power pole near the Empire Cinema.
Motorbikes parked in cemetery for fallen heroes
Thursday 27 June 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
The Returned Services Association is among those clamping down on motorists, as parking heats up as an issue in Rarotonga.
New support to protect porous islands borders
Thursday 27 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
New Zealand will support the Cooks to control the remote coastlines of Aitutaki and the vulnerable Pa Enua. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration admits it has had difficulties delivering immigration services over the past three years.
Big resorts must tighten up security
Thursday 27 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Security guards are calling on hotels to take more responsibility for their guests’ safety.
MPs to face off in public
Thursday 27 June 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The new $300,000 Parliament will be opened up to an engaged audience. Parliament has been gutted for a rebuild replicating the adversarial face-off of overseas legislatures.
Bashing is a tragic end to Christmas party
Thursday 27 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A Christmas party turned vicious when an ex-con smashed a partygoer’s head into the wall and window of a beach house.
Creative Centre's new boss doesn't hesitate
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Matake Paruru sits quietly and gracefully in her chair and politely shrugs off questions with a soft smile. It’s hard for her to hear, but her pleasure in interacting with other people is hard to mistake.
Cameras catch massive tuna catch
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Seven longline vessels have transferred 850 tonnes of albacore tuna on to the big Chinese freezer ship that has caught the eye of locals.
Students combat bullying
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Bullying is one of students’ greatest concerns in their first year at high school.
12yo girl punched in the head
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Julia Kajer wanted to punish her primary-aged sister for not doing her daily chore. So she pulled her hair, punched her in the head and slapped her around the face.
Be vigilant of dengue virus, warns doctor
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
A doctor is calling for public vigilance as the numbers of dengue cases continue to rise. Dr Teariki Noovao says though the virus has been under control, the country is not out of the woods yet.
Joining the 390 Million Club
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Derek Fox never saw the mosquito that bit him – but he is one of nearly 70 people thought to have contracted dengue fever in Rarotonga and Aitutaki this year. He tells his story.
'Police just stood by'
Wednesday 26 June 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Mother’s complaint about brutal bar brawl forces investigation. The police have been accused of failing to intervene to help a man being beaten up outside a popular night spot. //
Mangaia comfort
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Aumetua Rennie of Mangaia grabs onto the handrail that helps her move around her home.
Security firm bridges the safety gap
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Last chance to get involved in the Vaka Pride awards. Rarotonga Security does much of its work in the dark of night. But despite that, the role the company plays in keeping Avarua township safe from criminal activities has not gone unnoticed. Its past five years’ work has earned the company a nomination in the prestigious Tupuranga Tangata champion award of the Vaka Pride competition. The Cook Islands Tourism award recognises the efforts of those who keep the community clean and safe.
Meth Menace Campaign: Cooks vulnerable to drug highway
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Fears are growing around drug cartels transporting cocaine and methamphetamine using Cook Islands waters.
Market hut rents are set to double
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Anneka Brown | Published in Local
Small vendors at the Punanga Nui Market are wary of a proposed rent increase.
Accused burglar remanded behind bars
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A young woman facing a burglary charge was remanded in custody after the court was told she had no known place of residence.
Campaign to bring home the body of much-loved fire victim
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The family of Here Makita, who died in a tragic house fire, have launched a fundraising campaign to bring home his body from Australia.
Flu vaccines running low
Tuesday 25 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
There aren’t enough flu vaccine doses in the country for the sick, elderly and vulnerable – but there were enough to give every MP a jab. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
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