National
Te Ipukarea Society: School holiday programmes dive deep into ecology
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Environment, National
Over the last week of the school holiday period, Te Ipukarea Society and Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau have combined efforts to run their respective youth programmes Mata Nātura and ‘Ātui’anga Ki Te Tango (AKTT).
Alleged rapist in remand
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man accused of raping minors aged under 14 is remanded in police custody after he was deemed a “risk” to society.
Court briefs
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Jharome Leteryll Teoe Crummer Cook has been ordered to pay a fine of $180 after being convicted of excess blood alcohol and careless driving.
Cops-turned-politicians reunite
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
New Zealand’s Speaker of the House of Representatives, Gerry Brownlee, and his delegation to the Pacific visited Rarotonga last week.
Parliament urged to focus on results, not just sitting time
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Parliament
The difficulty of drafting a Private Members’ Bill, which can be introduced to Parliament by any member who is not a Minister, has been discussed in Parliament House.
Public’s safety top priority at National Stadium
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The grandstand at Rarotonga’s National Stadium - Ta’ua ‘Emo’anga, has undergone a significant safety makeover.
Cook Islands to benefit from new climate data project
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands will be one of the major beneficiaries of a new project, called Digital Earth Pacific, being developed to capture extensive satellite information about climate change and natural disasters in the region.
Veterans reflect on sacrifice and camaraderie at Anzac Dawn Parade
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, Memory Lane, National
The Anzac Day Dawn Parade, held yesterday morning at the cenotaph by the Ministry of Justice building, drew a large crowd of hundreds including the visiting Vietnam veterans from Aotearoa New Zealand.
Crypto Bill threatens anti-money laundering efforts: Ora Partners
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Parliament, Technology
While serious concerns over the integrity of the Tainted Cryptocurrency Recovery Bill 2023 remain, “witnessing the wheels of our democracy at play during the select committee hearing was an awe-inspiring experience”, says Puai Wichman.
Ex-DPM appeals ‘excessive sentence’, hearing date set
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The appeal against the sentence of former deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau is scheduled to be heard on July 4.
Hundreds gather to honour fallen at Anzac Day Dawn Parade
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Local, National, Weekend
President for the Cook Islands Boys Brigade Bob Williams (left) leads the uniform organisation representatives for the laying of wreaths during the Anzac Day Dawn Parade service yesterday morning.
Five months prison for Aitutaki indecent assault, other charges
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who was convicted for 12 separate offences including indecent assault has been sentenced to five months imprisonment.
Probation for repeat offender
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The fourth accused in a Nikao brawl incident on January 28 this year has been sentenced to 12 months’ probation.
Assault case adjourned, JP warns on witness contact
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A diversion could be considered for an assault on a female case where the accused is currently employed in Australia.
Vietnam veterans reunite to honour fallen comrades
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cook Islanders and New Zealanders who served in the Vietnam War as part of the Victor 4 Company are holding a reunion in Rarotonga to remember their fallen comrades.
Two dogs dead in possible poisoning attack
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A pet owner feels viciously targeted after their pets were found dead yesterday morning, believing the attack was premeditated.
Cook Islands RSA prepares for Anzac Day dawn parade
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga is gearing up to mark Anzac Day with the annual dawn parade to be held in front of the cenotaph at the Ministry of Justice building on Thursday morning at 5am.
Vodafone Cook Islands plans power upgrade after backup system failure
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Technology
A power supply issue at Vodafone Cook Islands’ Aroa Station disrupted the telecommunication company’s services in the country on Saturday morning.
Four motorbikes stolen, only one recovered in pieces
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The Cook Islands Police reported a generally peaceful weekend, with the exception of an increase in stolen motorbikes and concerning driving behaviour.
Seasonal spike in skin infections
Tuesday 23 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health has seen 106 patients who have had some skin infection from the beginning of the year until early April.
