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Failure to improve shipping absurd

Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I congratulate Shona Pitt for her blunt, emotional but accurate summation the other evening on local TV whereby she highlighted the plight of our outer island peoples in particular, those living in the northern group islands who seem to have been largely neglected by this and previous governments over the years.


A party to be proud of

Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor I think its good that the government has chosen to publish its achievements of its term so far. It’s definitely a welcome change from the rubbish that keeps getting piled on to our leaders for no other purpose than to satisfy the jealous ranting from the opposition bench.


Kata - December 24, 2012

Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Kata

Goodwill to everyone December 24


Government fisheries support minimal

Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Politics

Marine Resources Secretary Ben Ponia has criticised the government for playing a minimal role in the Cook Islands’ fishery at a Chamber of Commerce meeting last Thursday.


Shark sanctuary – a good idea to law

Monday 24 December 2012 | Published in Politics

The group that dedicated 18 months to pushing the Cook Islands shark sanctuary from just a good idea into law celebrated with a wrap-up party on Thursday night.


Whale centre stays open

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Environment

A Christmas party held at the Cook Islands Whale & Wildlife Centre on Saturday was a success, according to manager Sheryl John.


Presents at The Shoe Box

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local

The hottest new shoe store on the rock was launched on Wednesday night with cute wedges, casual flats and sexy heels walking off the shelves.


Intakes dry up

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local

Residents who tap into the Avana, Turangi and Totokoitu water intakes should be hoping for Christmas presents from the weather gods over the Christmas period.


Triad's Toagate guarantee letter

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local

I write to you all as members of parliament. I hear parliament is currently sitting; for Triad, I am interested to make sure the upcoming Te Aponga tender process is a fair process.


Doomsday fun

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local

It was supposed to be an event that could cripple the world – instead all that came out of the Doomsday predictions was a novel advertising campaign.


Downtown lights up for Christmas

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Local

What started as an idea to light up the Christmas spirit in Avarua businesses came to life on Thursday night.


Kata - December 22, 2012

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Kata

End-of-world survivors seek panadol December 22


Mauke maire in calendar form

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Outer Islands

A beautiful 2013 wall calendar featuring what makes the outer island of Mauke special could just be that special gift are looking for.


Triad director says he's misunderstood

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Politics

Triad Pacific Petroleum director Chris Vaile wrote a letter with a plea for a fair fuel deal and sent it on December 4 to Prime Minister Henry Puna, Finance Minister Mark Brown, Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen and Teenui-Mapumai member Norman George. Rasmussen asked Brown in parliament on December 10 whether he agreed with Vaile that the “Toa situation” should be legislated by parliament. Brown replied the government is bound by court conditions as to how much they owe Toa.


Cabinet on Christmas break

Saturday 22 December 2012 | Published in Politics

All cabinet ministers bar one are in the Cooks for the Christmas period.


The purpose of Christmas

Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk

Three words define the purpose of Christmas: celebration, salvation and reconciliation. In this article we’ll just focus on the word ‘celebration’.


Climate change finance too late for some

Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Environment

Commonwealth Secretary-General Kamalesh Sharma visited Kiribati from November 6 to 8 and Nauru from October 29 to 31 to hold talks with their leaders and to learn more about their grave concerns about the impact of climate change. He reports on his findings – a sad outlook for the Cooks’ neighbours.


Appeal for fire victims raises $25,000

Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local

The final tally for the Nikao fire appeal could reach over $25,000 once the final pledges are received.


'Ask a local' to stay safe in the water

Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local

Water safety expert Ron Bird believes the tragic drowning deaths of two visitors at Avaavaroa Passage last week was “totally avoidable”.


Novelty in Africa

Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Local

When Prime Minister Henry Puna announced in parliament that he was travelling to Africa, I formed the immediate impression that it’s his curiosity and sense of exploration that is compelling him to go. However as expected, since his travels are under close scrutiny by every Cook Islander, he delivered us the line that he is going to bring home untold benefits.


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