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LETTERS: Hypocritical views on same-sex rights?

Friday 4 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"Give me a loving, Christian, same sex married couple as my next door neighbours anytime over a raving hypocrite," says a CI News letter writer.

Electricity discounts extended to June 30

Thursday 3 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National

Prime Minister Mark Brown has now confirmed that electricity provider Te Aponga Uira’s power bill discount scheme for households and eligible businesses will continue throughout the month of June, but at a reduced rate.

Aitutaki on top after intense weekend races

Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Two days of picture-perfect weather allowed sailors to battle it out during the Aitutaki vs Rarotonga Electron Challenge, which was held over the weekend.

OPINION: The Plight of the Kiwi and the Parrot Fish

Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Describing herself as one of those pesky Kiwi’s that keep coming back to the Cook Islands, NZ-based freelance writer and artist Susan Allen is concerned about the local environment, and whether tourists are truly welcome.

OPINION: Focus on reducing barriers to private sector success, PM says

Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

A recession is not the time to cut government spending, it is a time when government is expected to front up and stimulate the economy, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.

LETTER: Sludge: The ‘cart’ has already bolted

Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"The PMU (Project Management Unit) have yet to substantiate claims of safety with peer-reviewed, long-term studies of the impacts of disposing of aluminium sludge to agricultural soils (let alone in the tropics)."

Rarotonga teens relish time in New Zealand

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

As the North Otago Rugby Union’s connection with the Cook Islands continues to grow, more players are taking up opportunities in Oamaru. Kayla Hodge catches up with Alistair Newbigging and Olive Willie who have joined the Waitaki Boys’ High School First XV.

Transition to low-carbon economy

Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National

Citing the country's seabed minerals resources, Prime Minister Mark Brown says the Cook Islands can play a major role in supporting the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

Kumete sports on Queen’s Birthday holiday

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The annual village competition for the Kumete is to be held once again at the National Stadium, and as always on the Queen’s Birthday annual holiday, in nine days’ time.

KATA: Arorangi Prison & Spa?

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTER: Supervised isolation and quarantine fee

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

CI News letter writer asks if there are separate costs for those who choose not to receive a Covid-19 vaccine.

Demos support Samoa’s PM- elect Mata’afa

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Politics

Cook Islands Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne has extended congratulations and support to Samoa’s prime minister-elect Fiame Naomi Mata’afa, encouraging the first woman to ever hold the post to continue “standing firm and unwavering.”

Pukapuka Hospital refurbished

Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands

Secretary of Health Bob Williams says he is pleased to see the difference the newly extended and refurbished Pukapuka Hospital has made to the island’s healthcare services.

Living the Good Samaritan’s legacy

Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Most of the time, we are so wrapped up in our own lives that we forget about our duty of care for the less fortunate brethren, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa.

Making a racquet: A quest to help Pacific tennis thrive

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Twenty-one years on from his Davis Cup debut, tennis veteran Brett Baudinet says being able to represent the Cook Islands and the Pacific on the world stage remains a huge honour.

LETTER: Feeling safe after first jab

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor

"What a great experience. We felt no pain and look forward to the next shot in three weeks," writes lawyer and former politician, Norman George.

Puna aims to keep Pacific Forum together

Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Pacific Islands, Regional

Former Cook Islands prime minister Henry Puna has started his new role as the Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum with focus on the Forum family.

LETTER: Resident calls for consultations after flooding

Wednesday 26 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

"I have told anyone who wants to listen – including the MP recently – that to alleviate flooding in the area, a plan needs to be thought out which takes into consideration everything between the mountain and the sea outlet near the Avarua Catholic church."

OPINION: Serving the nation with integrity

Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion

Politics itself is not a dirty game. Politics is actually about governance, and good governance is about the ability to lead and govern well with integrity and transparency, writes Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne.

LETTER: The pillars of good governance are transparency and accountability

Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write in in response to Mr Enoka’s letter ‘To sludge or not’ (Cook Islands News, Wednesday May 19, 2021). The pillars of good governance are transparency and accountability. Laws and regulations apply to the public, our government, and landowners alike. A confidential application to the Rarotonga Environment Authority for a temporary PACl […]