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Articles by Emmanuel Samoglou
Car boot sale for quick cash
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
As part of a 16-day activism for the elimination of violence against women and children, a car boot sale event will be held at the Punanga Nui Market today.
Nukutere and Papaaroa crowned winners
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Nukutere boys have been named the winners of this year’s Under-13 Rarotonga Primary Schools Quick Rips 7’s Championship.
Select committees under fire after key bills delayed
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National
Observers have voiced exasperation over Parliament’s drawn-out process in progressing with crime, agriculture, and water management bills.
Rugby’s rising stars set to battle
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The age group Rip 7s championship to be played on Tuesday will set the stage for this weekend’s Raro Sevens tournament.
Scammers tricked local company to transfer $71k
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Technology
Hackers have recently infiltrated the email system of a local company resulting in a multinational investigation to recoup funds, prompting a call by investigators for public awareness of suspicious activity and potential scams.
Covid response meeting with Chinese govt
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
Ten Pacific nations including Cook Islands participated in a meeting with China on Sunday, where the global Covid-19 pandemic was discussed.
Fiji's main opposition party chooses a new leader
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Fiji, Regional
Viliame Gavoka has been appointed the new leader of Fiji's Social Democratic Liberal Party after the party's board meeting on Saturday.
Samoa Residents claim inaugural Tri-Nations title
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Samoa Residents last night claimed the 2020 Tri Nations Series after beating Cook Islands Residents 28-20.
Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Time to turn on the tap, but it’s not that simple
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Features, Weekend
It has been a bumpy ride, but work on Rarotonga’s revamped water system is nearing an end. From the outset, elected leaders were committed to delivering potable water to residents. Cleaner water is now coming through the taps, but it’s not up to international drinking standards yet. Te Mato Vai project manager Peter Free is committed to seeing the ultimate goal become a reality. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.
MPs attend intake tour
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
Impressive floral displays for Te Mire Tiare
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Drums from the Ministry of Culture alerted schools to the arrival of the judging panel for the Mire Tiare competition on Thursday.
ADB approve loan for Covid-19 support
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
A loan recently signed by the Government will provide $20 million towards Covid-19 financial assistance for businesses and individuals.
Mare reels in winner with 165.6 kg marlin
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Tearoa (Boof) Mare hooked the winning fish out from the seawall on boat Ikurangi using an island lure to claim the top prize at the CITC Woodstock Fishing Tournament.
LGBTQ+ groups slam bill deferral
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
LGBTQ+ rights groups say the fight for equal rights will continue, despite further delays put up by elected officials.
One day parliament sitting insufficient, Opposition says
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
A speedy one-day sitting of Parliament later this week has drawn the ire of the Opposition Democratic Party.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Parliament selling tickets to Manihiki
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Parliament is selling airline tickets to the public to recover costs to the Civil List.
Covid-19 stalling Penrhyn cyclone shelter project: Contractor
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
As shipping delays stall a controversial construction project in the outer island of Penrhyn, one local shipping firm is questioning why his company wasn’t approached for their services. Emmanuel Samoglou reports.
Pa Enua building project embroiled in controversy
Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Outer Islands
Allegations of conflict of interest and misuse of public funds are the basis of a public complaint over the tendering process for the construction of cyclone shelters on the northern group island of Penrhyn.