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Now that there's some spare money...

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Opinion

In view of the Finance minister’s recent announcement that we are flush with money and “we are in a good position to be able to advance our priorities”, may I suggest to the Health minister, Nandi Glassie and his ministry, that this is absolutely the right time to be applying some real pressure on his colleagues in Cabinet to deliver the facilities and services contemplated by the Ministry of Health (Mental Health) Regulations 2013.


'OECD got it wrong' – Henderson

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands’ controversial graduation from Official Development Assistance (ODA) has been delayed until 2018, due to the absence of adequate data to support it.


Helmet charges go criminal

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

The ongoing motorcycle helmet saga which has seen large numbers of young people caught up in the judicial process for over five months, will now see 15 young people faced with their first criminal conviction.


Accident illustrates bike danger

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

Parents driving with children on the back of their motorbikes have been urged to take extra care by Cook Islands police after a sleepy toddler resulted in a truck versus motorbike accident which left two people in hospital.

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Top-of-table clash full of excitement

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Football

Tupapa Maraerenga will fancy their chances in a clash against defending champions Puaikura, which promises excitement galore

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Superstar Rapana winger of the year

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in League

Cook Islander Jordan Rapana was one of the few superstar NRL players recognised earlier this week, as he claimed the prestigious Dally M Winger of the Year award.

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Small school with a big reputation

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

Apii Rutaki may be the smallest school on the island, but they certainly displayed a positive performance at the Prince of Wales athletics day.

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Virtues caught, more than they're taught

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Opinion

Thinking back to your childhood, can you remember how it felt to be you?


Justice ministry faces huge problems

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Opinion

For the next two weeks the Land Court will be sitting to hear various applications.


More power in mutual support

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

An avenue of mutual support has opened up between Te Aponga Uira (TAU) and the island of Atiu by way of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), for improved power management and development.

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When your number's up, get healthy!

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Opinion

Fifty-one. Glaring back at me in luminous blue was the number 51.


Alanna represents her country in Italy

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

This weekly column is supplied by Te Ipukarea Society. It deals with conservation and environmental issues of interest to the Cook Islands.

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Tourism Day celebrated island-style

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

World Tourism Day was a celebrated in Cook Islands style with the third A1 Meitaki Awards taking place at Maire Nui Park earlier this week.

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'JK' honoured at unveiling ceremony

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

An unveiling ceremony of the headstone of the late Senior Justice of the Peace John Kenning (known to many as simply “JK” was held on Wednesday this week.

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Funeral marks the end of an era

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

Thursday’s State funeral for much-loved traditional leader the late Dame Margaret Karika Ariki was a huge occasion, befitting her special status as a Cook Islands icon.

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Bluesky shows it really cares

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

Are Pa Metua president Nga Teao-Papatua was overwhelmed with emotion when thanking Bluesky for their generous contributions to the organisation yesterday, which included a new stove and a fridge.

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Bid to boost offerings at Auckland AUT

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Local

A new generation of Maori and Pacific lecturers is taking up residence at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).


Ngatangiia in urgent need of an area plan

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Government has various improvement plans for the Muri area, where I live, but none so far address all the issues which I think are involved. More importantly, they don’t address them as a whole. In my view, a holistic approach is the only way to go.


Exciting times ahead for Atiu

Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in Outer Islands

Plans are already being made by the Atiu community as they prepare to travel to Tahiti in December 2018 for the Atiu Island Trust Conference.

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Takuvaine search for a win

Friday 29 September 2017 | Published in Football

The Takuvaine Premier Soccer men’s campaign continues at home against Avatiu at 5:00pm this evening.


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