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Articles by Al Williams
Politician’s son facing multiple assault charges granted name suppression
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
The son of a high profile Cook Islands politician has been given name suppression, along with three others who all face multiple assault charges.
Aitutaki water runs low
Friday 30 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki is again experiencing a dry spell as the island grapples with ongoing water rationing issues.
‘Narrow escape’: Tourist bus crashes with eight on board
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a ‘narrow escape’.
Four charged following bar brawl
Thursday 29 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Four people have been arrested and charged with a range of offences relating to a brawl at the Hula Bar on Rarotonga earlier this month.
Bus crashes with eight on board
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in BREAKING NEWS, Local, National
A bus carrying seven passengers has crashed on to its side on Rarotonga in what authorities described as a “narrow escape”.
Annandale now a barrister
Wednesday 28 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
Recently appointed Deputy Solicitor General Lauaki Jason Annandale, now acting in the top job, has been admitted as a barrister and solicitor of the High Court, taking an oath in a ceremony on Rarotonga.
‘Every day is a learning curve’: Minister Nicholas
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Politics
Newly-appointed Cabinet Minister Albert Nicholas is casual and relaxed as he sits on the porch of his Avatiu home. It’s a contrast from the day before, when he was among dignitaries attending his swearing in ceremony at the Office of the Prime Minister.
Man avoids jail, but must leave country
Saturday 24 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who breached his probation orders on multiple occasions has avoided jail, but has to be out of the Cook Islands by Wednesday next week.
Nicholas ‘has earned his place’: Court proceedings against Avatiu MP withdrawn in 2020
Friday 23 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Politics
Court proceedings against Avatiu MP withdrawn in 2020: NZ Police Incoming Cabinet Minister Albert Nicholas has the confidence of his Prime Minister, despite his ‘colourful’ background.
Workshop for specialist importers
Thursday 22 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Local, National, Technology
The National Environment Service (NES) has held a training workshop on the Montreal Protocol Licensing system.
Woman fails to front on drink-drive and assault charges
Thursday 22 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A woman facing multiple charges including assault and using profane, indecent and obscene language in public, failed to turn up for sentencing at the court in Avarua on Wednesday.
Child slapped, thrown to the ground in ‘serious’ assault
Thursday 22 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
A father of 10, with another one on the way, has narrowly avoided jail after assaulting his five-year-old son.
Junior athletes achieve their best in NZ
Wednesday 21 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Athletics, Sports
Young Cook Islands athletes have scored personal bests at national competition level in New Zealand.
New Aussie diplomat is announced
Wednesday 21 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National, Politics
Phoebe Smith will be Australia’s next High Commissioner to the Cook Islands.
Production to double at new brewing site
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga Brewery is set to move from its location on the Main Rd opposite Oasis Energy to a new site opposite The Edgewater Resort and Spa in Arorangi as the company looks to more than double its capacity.
Drunk and violent: Booze-infused fights keep cops busy as silly season looms
Tuesday 20 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, National
Drunkenness played a significant role in violence on Rarotonga over the weekend, and police say booze is fuelling too much unruly behaviour on the island in the lead-up to the festive season.
Court briefs 16.12.22
Monday 19 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, Crime, National
Lawyer no-show delays drink drive case outcome A man facing charges of reckless and drink driving will have to wait for the outcome of a reserved decision as his lawyer did not appear in court on Friday. Tei John Harawira appeared in the Criminal Court at Avarua where Justice of the Peace John Whitta adjourned […]
‘The money is in the ground’: Cook Islands farmers and growers hatch ambitious plan
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National
A Cook Islands co-operative of farmers and growers placed an ambitious submission before Cabinet this week in a combined effort to market and brand their unique products here and around the world.
JP adjourns sentencing after probation recommends jail
Saturday 17 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Crime, Culture, National
A man who breached his probation orders on multiple occasions has been given a week’s reprieve while a Justice of the Peace considers whether he should go to jail.
Tropical Christmas Santa parade postponed
Friday 16 December 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Christmas has briefly been postponed, well at least the Tropical Christmas Santa Parade on Rarotonga which was to be held yesterday afternoon, as persistent rain continues to pound the island.
