National

Day 14: Talbot hopes for the best

Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

However, Talbot hopes for the best and strives to complete his journey for the Creative Learning Centre back in Rarotonga.

Local

CI looks to boost Nordic relations

Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Politics

Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand Elizabeth Wright-Koteka was delighted to join diplomatic representatives from Norway, Denmark, Sweden and Estonia for a combined Pacific/Nordic luncheon last Thursday.

Politics


Travel scheme sets up in CI

Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The controversial multi-level marketing business, WorldVentures, has set up shop in the Cook Islands and already attracted some local members.

Local

OSH policies set for feedback

Wednesday 13 February 2019 | Published in Local

The Ministry of Internal Affairs, with support from the its social partners, has released the draft policies regarding workplace safety and health.

Local

Helping readers' sight with 840 pairs of glasses

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health

A Good Samaritan from Hawaii has secured about 840 pairs of reading glasses which will be given to people in need for free this Friday.

Health


Call for better care of livestock

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The Cook Islands Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is appalled at the lack of attention some livestock owners are giving to their animals.

Local


DAY 13: $6400 raised so far for Creative Centre

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Creative Trail fundraiser James Talbot has so far raised more than $6400 towards the Creative Learning Centre in Rarotonga.

Local


New advisor for Te Kukupa

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Crime

The Police Service Maritime Division has warmly welcomed the first Cook Islander to take up the role of Technical Advisor (TA) under the patrol boat programme.

Crime


Mama Tapu blessed to be 90

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local

Tapumanoanoa Andrew (nee Tinirau), affectionately known as Mama Tapu, was overwhelmed with the surprise 90th birthday organised by her family last week.

Local


Tourism to host third global breakfast update

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Economy

Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is hosting their third Global Breakfast Update for 2018/19 on Thursday at 8am at the Edgewater Resort and Spa.

Economy

Wrecked vehicles a concern

Tuesday 12 February 2019 | Published in Local

More than 1000 wrecked or abandoned vehicles on Rarotonga are waiting to be scrapped.

Local


Cyclone dies out, danger remains

Monday 11 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather

Cook Islands may have avoided the brunt of ex tropical cyclone Neil, but the danger of another forming is still lurking.

Weather


Licence cards now available

Monday 11 February 2019 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands Police Services has confirmed that the photo driver’s licence cards are now being issued.

Local

Driving, assault cases top court list

Monday 11 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A number of driving related and assault matters were brought before the Cook Islands High Court last Thursday.

Crime

Fear over seabed minerals law

Sunday 10 February 2019 | Published in Environment

The perception that too much authority may be vested in the minister responsible is among wide-ranging public concerns raised over the controversial draft seabed minerals law.

Environment


A month in the life of a TIS intern

Saturday 9 February 2019 | Published in Environment

Jessie Nicholson has been with Te Ipukarea Society for a month and tells us about her experiences.

Environment


Avarua honours its new prefects

Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education

Prefects for Apii Avarua 2019 were presented their badges at the National Auditorium yesterday morning.

Education


Wright-Koteka at Waitangi Day celebrations

Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics

The High Commissioner of Cook Islands to New Zealand Elizabeth Wright-Koteka has been active in her role in representing the Cook Islands at the Waitangi Day commemorations.

Politics


'Unusual' court cases adjourned

Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Defence counsel Mark Short has requested the court for the adjournment of what he calls two “unusual cases’’ in the Cook Islands High Court.

Crime

Man convicted for assaulting wife

Saturday 9 February 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A 36-year-old man has been convicted in the Cook Islands High Court for assaulting a female.

Crime

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