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Curfew reveals inadequacies
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Regional
LORENGAU – A refugee watchdog says a curfew for refugees on Papua New Guinea’s Manus Island is a stark indicator that refugees cannot be safely cared for there.
First refugees from Nauru land in Cambodia
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Regional
PHNOM PENH – Four refugees transferred from the Nauru detention centre have arrived in Cambodia and were taken away in a van with curtains covering the windows.
Handout timing is 'perfect'
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Taking a handout from (holding hands with) the French military for the 50-year anniversary of our ‘independence’ has to be the perfect crowning glory for the Cook Islands’ reputation.
Same old issue, different spin
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Last Tuesday (June 2) in the Cook Islands News the authorities were quoted as saying they were working on a draft water standards policy.
SMOKE SIGNALS: Legend more than proves himself
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Smoke Signals
Congratulations to the 2015 premier league champions’ Avatiu and well done in securing the legend Riki Cowan.
Scouts and new guides make history in stormy ride
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
Blustering winds and rain on Queen’s Birthday Monday did little to deter the Matavera Boys Scout troop on their round island cycle race to support the 50 Days for 50 Years campaign.
Review could bring good news
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands may be able to look forward to better support networks and development funds within the Pacific Community thanks to a new review of the Small Islands States Unit.
Courage at sea earns bravery award
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Local
A routine fishing trip turned into an act of bravery for 13 year old school student, Boys Tarau.
Questions demand answers
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in Church Talk
Matthew 16:25, 26. “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it.
Aretere Park host masters wrap up
Friday 5 June 2015 | Published in League
This Friday marks the end of the league masters season, with the game to be hosted at Aretere Park–better known at the Avatiu Swamp.
Pick-pockets, drunks not welcome
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Regional
PORT MORESBY – The Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands has come out in support of National Capital District Governor Powes Parkop’s call to fight pick-pockets, drunks, street-fighting and litterbugs.
Police 'beefing up' for Games
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Regional
PORT MORESBY – Police in Port Moresby have received new vehicles as part of an extensive build up of security operations surrounding the 2015 Pacific Games.
Organisers dismiss claims of unreadiness
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Regional
PORT MORESBY – The organisers of the Pacific Games, set to be held next month in Port Moresby, have said a campaign to discredit the readiness of the stadiums will have a negative impact on ticket sales.
Games baton relay touching all Papua New Guineans
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Regional
MT MODAWA – The baton relay for the Pacific Games was this week handed on by the Chieftain of the Mountain men from Mt Modawa to a man from the Higiva cult, locally respected for their monk-like traditions who choose to wear no clothing.
Concerns venues not ready for Games
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Regional
PORT MORESEBY – There is concern in Papua New Guinea over the readiness of venues for the 2015 Pacific Games due to start next month.
Immigration trials paperless system
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Local
Paper applications for different types of immigration permits may be a thing of the past if a pilot project conducted by Immigration Cook Islands over the next month is successful, says Principal Immigration Officer Kairangi Samuela.
Online story makes some strange claims
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Politics
The infamous story about the Cook Islands’ alleged push for independence, published on news website Stuff at the weekend, continues to generate plenty of comment in Cook Islands News and on social media.
Opposition leader joins in the fray
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Politics
Opposition leader William ‘Smiley’ has weighed into the controversy over Prime Minister Henry Puna’s reported intention to seek independence for the Cook Islands, saying Puna is now back-pedalling as fast as he can go.
French military to provide transport to Te Maeva Nui
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Local
The French Government will provide military assistance to help the Cook Islands transport outer islands residents to Rarotonga for the Te Maeva Nui celebrations.
Project revives 'kia orana' values
Thursday 4 June 2015 | Published in Local
Reviving the spirit of ‘Kia Orana’ is a key objective of the soon-to-be-launched Kia Orana Values project established by the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation’s Destination Development team.
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