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Same-sex ban MP doubles down

Friday 29 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Select committee chair Tingika Elikana has dug in his heels on reinstating same-sex relations as a crime, saying it should never have been taken out of the Crimes Act in the first place.

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From hero to Zero

Friday 29 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

$1 billion drug yacht ‘Zero’ has been removed from the Cook Islands ships register and is under the hammer for a bargain basement rate.

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Predator jailed to 'protect children'

Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Five years prison for indecent assault on 4-year-old.


Seminar on Uni survival

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

It’s close to the end of the school year, and college students would be going over their university applications and making plans for studies overseas.


Mental health programme receives praise

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health

Efforts to raise awareness on mental health issues in the Cook Islands has been praised.

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Indecent assault matter adjourned

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A man who was charged for indecently assaulting a female by touching her private area could have the charges against him changed.


Further charge expected

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Police is expected to lay further charges to the hit and run accused Jeremiah Moce before his court trial next year.


Drug accused a no-show in court

Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

An American resident facing a charge of possession of cannabis is yet to make contact with his legal representative on when he would be able to attend to his court matter.


Trading culture and smiles

Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock

Doing her best to keep Penrhyn weaving alive, Nanave Taime is one of the many colourful faces of trade day greeting visitors for Vaka Eiva 2019.

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Kids page: Mauke: 'How Cook Islands should be'

Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

Peaceful – and no tall buildings. That’s the description of Mauke Island given by year 8 student from Apii Te Uki Ou, after their senior school camp.

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Alarming' levels of violence

Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Concern community is still sweeping the problem under the carpet.

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Man acquitted of date rape

Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Counselling group says case is reminder that someone who is drunk or drugged cannot consent to sex.

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Man hurt in motorbike v trailer collision

Friday 22 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

An early morning accident landed a man in hospital with facial injuries.

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Mum is taken by surprise as her concreter son mixes it up

Friday 22 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Simon Rasmussen usually spends his working days mixing up cement, gravel and water to lay down concrete.

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Rape accused asked woman to clean blood from sheet

Friday 22 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A jury will be asked today to decide whether a man drugged and raped a woman at his home or whether, as he claims, they had consensual sex.


Careers Expo discovers movie stars and marine biologists of the future

Thursday 21 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

Careers festival firms up the resolve of some primary kids – and persuades others to change their minds about what they want to do for a living.

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Motu owners may ask fee for lagoon cruises access

Thursday 21 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

A Land Court decision has implications for tourism operators.

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Concerns about rich man's justice

Wednesday 20 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

The High Court has allowed police to withdraw a charge against a man accused of assaulting a woman.


William pleads not guilty

Wednesday 20 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

It appeared to be another busy court day, with a court room full of accused people. However, it was in actual fact, families in attendance, showing support for a young man.


Beachside theft suspect arrested

Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A male teenager who is facing multiple charges of theft has been arrested by police for failing to follow court orders.


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