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Articles by Richard Moore
Good news Budget for those with children
Wednesday 24 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
People eligible for a child benefit are in for “a considerable increase” in next month’s Budget.
Controversial yacht set to go
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
One of the Cooks Islands longest-staying guests, the yacht Zangano - is nearing the end of its time in our waters.
Gun amnesty extended in bid to tighten control
Tuesday 23 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Police are widening and extending the firearms amnesty introduced earlier this year in a bid to get control of guns in the country.
NZ warship on Cook Islands visit
Monday 22 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
One of New Zealand’s main fighting vessels, the HMNZS Te Mana, is expected to arrive in Rarotonga today.
Action on pesticide problem
Monday 22 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The Cook Islands has joined with 11 other Pacific nations to try to deal with the problem of poorly-managed use of pesticides and herbicides.
Police programme target cyber-safety
Monday 22 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Police are conducting a cyber-safety programme in Rarotonga’s schools in a bid to protect young people from cybercrime.
Contest reaches fitting finale
Monday 22 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
A late start and technical issues failed to take the sparkle off an exciting and colourful Senior Dancer of the Year event at the National Auditorium.
He's back - with more support
Friday 19 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Politics
A happy and relieved Albert Nicholas has been returned to the Cook Islands parliament with a much-increased majority.
Big turnout for by-election
Thursday 18 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Politics
A large turnout of voters kept electoral officials at the RAPPA polling station busy yesterday as they had their say on who should represent them in parliament.
Alcohol factor in weekend issues
Tuesday 16 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Crime
While police did not have a busy weekend, it would have been even quieter if people had not been drinking.
Attack on cow brings warning on dog problem
Tuesday 16 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Three roaming dogs attacked a tethered cow near the taro patches on the airport end of Tongatai Rd on Sunday evening.
In politics for the community
Monday 15 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Politics
That tree beside your house, the hedge that is so high you cannot see your neighbour, the leak in your roof. They affect lives every day.’
Female simmers finish one, two and three in Boiler Race
Friday 12 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Other Sports
Three New Zealand swimmers took out the top spots in the Boiler Race at Avarua Harbour yesterday. First home was Rebecca Clarke (centre), second place who led the race from start to finish.In second spot was Sophie Corbidge (left) and third place went to Sarah Mortimer (right). 17051133
Voter backlash ahead - former RAPPA MP
Thursday 11 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Independent candidate John Henry believes there will be a voter backlash against the Cook Islands Party in next week’s RAPPA by-election.
Shocked reaction to low police wages
Wednesday 10 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Commissioner Maara Tetava last week told the Parliament Public Accounts Committee that low police salaries could be among the reasons for the high number of officers leaving the service.
Culture pleads for more funds
Wednesday 10 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Culture secretary Anthony Turua has called for his cash-strapped ministry to be given more funds.
Ocean looms large in future of Cook Islands
Tuesday 9 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The future of the Cook Islands and its people is in the ocean that surrounds us, prime minister Henry Puna believes.
PM Puna opens up about life as country's leader
Monday 8 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Richard Moore recently sat down for a chat with prime minister Henry Puna. The interview covered wide-ranging topics, and this is how it went…
Travel part of the job, says PM
Thursday 4 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
The Cook Islands needs to be conscious of our isolation and distance from everybody and realise we can’t do business with our friends by email or by Skype, says prime minister Henry Puna.
Browne has bad news for Nicholas
Monday 1 May 2017 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Internal affairs minister and RAPPA MP Albert Nicholas is in danger of ending up in the political wilderness, says Democratic Party leader Tina Browne.