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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.

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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.


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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Puna looks back at pearl farming

Monday 24 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment

Prime minister Henry Puna (pictured) hopes to return to the lagoons of his youth and watch future generations experience the wonders and riches of the oceans, as part of a sustainable Blue Pacific.

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Men out on bail without psych test

Monday 24 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Clients of lawyer Norman George who have been in custody awaiting psychiatric assessment were granted bail at the High Court last week.


Govt backs 'decent work'

Monday 24 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National

In the face of a plummeting local workforce and exploitation of migrant labour,ministers are promising to take action.

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Church attacker mentally unfit

Saturday 22 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A man accused of attacking a woman in church is not fit to stand trial, the High Court heard.


Family dogs shot by a sniper

Friday 21 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Fears that someone using a rifle fitted with a silencer is targeting the animals.

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Puna: 'Conservation is in our blood'

Friday 21 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National

Cook Islands’ declaration of two million square kilometres of ocean as “sacred” captured the imagination of delegates at a major oceans conference in New Caledonia this week.

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Pacific Games delegate charged with thefts

Friday 21 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A member of the Cook Islands’ big Pacific Games delegation appeared in court yesterday accused of theft.


Humbled by walker's dedication

Thursday 20 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Creative Centre volunteers say they are proud to be a part of a hugely successful fundraising effort – by just one person.

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The engagement ring that flew round the world

Thursday 20 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Roberta Rangiteavae’s prayers have been answered. The mama who lost her bag during a trip to the Bahamas earlier this year, in it was the diamond engagement ring given to her by her late husband.

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Walker's personal motivation

Wednesday 19 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

James Talbot has walked the length of New Zealand to raise funds for the Creative Centre. Only now has his family revealed the personal impetus that put an extra spring in his step.

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Talbot is back in Raro

Tuesday 18 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Creative Trail endurance walker James Talbot returned to Rarotonga this morning – and after spending more time away from his kids than he expected, he’s looking forward to just one thing.

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Te Kukupa returns

Tuesday 18 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

The crew of Te Kukupa, Cook Islands Police Patrol Boat arrived at the Avatiu Harbour today.

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Lawyer airs frustration

Monday 17 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Frustrated defence counsel Norman George has questioned how long his clients would have to be in custody for a psychiatric assessment.

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Islands group barge is off to the Bahamas

Monday 17 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands

The Cook Islands barge once named Layar Mas left our shores for the Bahamas.

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Drunken brawl in Avarua, three charged

Sunday 16 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A young man charged with common assault has been convicted and ordered to come up to the High Court if called upon in the next six months.


Curfew checks were not abusive – police

Sunday 16 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Cook Islands Police have rejected accusations that a police officer abused his authority in repeatedly banging on a family’s door at night and waking them up.


Club Raro tourist couple traumatised

Sunday 16 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Husband and wife describe ordeal at hands of alleged resort intruder.

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