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Threatening to kill charge withdrawn
Monday 19 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in
In the High Court on Thursday the Police prosecution asked to withdraw a charge against Nigel Hoeflich of threatening to kill, based on a lack of evidence.
Woo Store robbery: Two plead guilty, bail for one
Saturday 17 April 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in
A Cook Islander deported from Australia involved in the Woo Store robbery was denied bail in High Court this week.
OPINION: Is there a plan to deal with Covid-19?
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
There is a much greater risk than Covid-19 entering the Cook Islands if a travel bubble does not start soon, writes Dr John Dunn.
KATA: Stop cutting down our trees
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion
Enhancing a climate resilient marine sector
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
On the island of Aitutaki, efforts are underway to reverse the major declines in important marine resources caused by a combination of climate-driven and human-derived stressors.
Upstart airline grounded before take off
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Plans to start a new airline to provide direct flights from Wellington and Christchurch to the Cook Islands have been shelved.
The community raises its young men
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A dozen young Cook Islands men who successfully completed a one-week course that has been “spiritual, physical, emotional and mental” were awarded their certificates yesterday in front of proud family members.
MOU seeks to define roles between government agencies
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The misunderstanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) and the Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB), instigated the process towards the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two agencies.
Governmenmt slammed by Opposition for ‘shameful spending’
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Government must curb spending and prioritise spending in areas that affects the livelihoods of the people, says the Opposition Democratic Party.
Changes to flight schedule made to facilitate runway repairs
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Air New Zealand’s new flight schedule to Rarotonga has come into effect this week, allowing runway repair work at Rarotonga International Airport to pick up after earlier delays.
PET TALK: An itch to scratch
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Dr. Ellen McBryde | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Has your pet got an itch to scratch? Dr Ellen McBryde, the lead veterinarian at Te Are Manu Charity Vet Clinic, has the answers to your problem.
KATA: Wearing a helmet on a hot day
Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion
Liloa II brings much needed freight
Monday 12 April 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in
The arrival of a cargo vessel over the weekend is set to bring
Unuia wins Te Mire ‘Atu
Saturday 10 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Judges had a difficult time selecting an overall winner at the Composers Competition with each contestant showcasing an excellent display of talent.
Students depict the greatest love story
Saturday 3 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in
Pupils at St Joseph’s Primary School started their Thursday morning jumping right into the spirit of Easter with their reenactment of the story of Jesus’ resurrection.
Rarotonga electricity subsidy extended
Wednesday 31 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in
The electricity discount for households and businesses from Te Aponga Uira has been extended for an additional month.
Social Mix Volleyball competition enters round two
Thursday 25 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in
The Social Mix Volleyball Tournament heads into round two competition tonight at the National Sports Arena.
The trial of public opinion
Saturday 20 March 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Ultimately, we stand before the judgement of public opinion and ultimately a Judge that will judge us on our life, our thoughts and our decisions and then it won’t matter how much money we have or the position we hold.
Football reaches northern group islands
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in
A week ago, a Cook Islands Football delegation led by president Lee Harmon visited the northern group islands of Rakahanga and Manihiki for the first time in football history.
Drummers show off their girl power
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Lia Taio loves her culture so much she opted out of swimming training because it clashed with drumming rehearsals.
