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Articles by Supplied
OPINION: Diversification of the economy ‘is a long-term goal’, PM says
Tuesday 15 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
With Air New Zealand operating six flights a week as of this weekend and up to 11 flights a week currently scheduled as of July, our tourist numbers will only grow, bringing in much-needed dollars to stimulate our national economy for the benefit of all our people, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Indigenous forms of marine governance
Monday 14 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Why Indigenous knowledge should be an essential part of how we govern the world’s oceans.
LETTER: It’s all about the almighty dollar
Monday 14 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"What ever happened to the discussion over the past year about the diversification of the economy, and the proposed lessening of our reliance on tourism?"
Opposition gears up for vigorous budget debate
Saturday 12 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The “lack of synergy and coherence” in the policies to be implemented by government in the 2021/22 budget to bring about the much-needed recovery is “fiscally irresponsible”, says the Opposition party.
LETTERS: What would Jesus do
Friday 11 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Letters for Saturday June 12, 2021
20 children make their first communion
Friday 11 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Last Sunday, in St. Joseph’s Cathedral 20 children made their first communion. The word ‘communion’ means to be united with; Catholics believe that in holy Communion we are united in a special way with Jesus Christ.
Give to God what belongs to God
Friday 11 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk
No matter who we are, it is not a choice between one and the other. For the God-like person, God is the only choice. There is no second, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.
Amuri-Ureia Mamas reel in winning tuna
Thursday 10 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
In a first, the mamas led the way in the inaugural Queen’s Birthday Mamas fishing tournament, with the winners netting a hefty yellowfin during the tournament which was held in Aitutaki earlier this week.
LETTER: Hydro pole crash a wake-up call
Wednesday 9 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Daily letters for Wednesday June 9, 2021
LETTER: Companies Act 2017 woes
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Daily letters for Tuesday June 8, 2021
OPINION: Govt continues to spend ‘unnecessarily’
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
It was a proud moment for the country when 20 years ago the Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) began operations following the merger of the Cook Islands Development Bank and the Post Office Savings Bank. Yet high interest rates continue to plague borrowers in the Cook Islands, writes Opposition leader Tina Pupuke Browne.
Local participation in regional fisheries meet
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
The Cook Islands was one of 22 Pacific island countries and territories that met last week for the thirteenth SPC Heads of Fisheries meeting.
LETTER: To Tatou Vai being set up for ‘failure’
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
"On Thursday night, I attended the Puaikura public meeting on the amended To Tatou Vai Bill. The poor turnout suggests that the people have lost confidence in the process," writes Justine Flanagan from Te Vai Ora Maori
Te Paa Tiare O Enuamanu launched
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Atiu Tourism Industry Council and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation celebrated a significant milestone this week by launching Te Paa Tiare O Enuamanu, the official community programme for Atiu.
CHURCH TALK: A message of encouragement – something’s better than nothing
Friday 4 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Sometimes the enormity of the task in front of us is so daunting, so overwhelming, that getting started and staying with it can feel impossible, writes Angaroakau Williams – second counselor in the District Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
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.
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