Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Politics
Contracts for Japan’s grant assistance for three grassroots human security projects in the Cook Islands will be signed today, one of several key events happening this week as part of the Development Partners Meetings on Rarotonga.
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, It has taken far too long, but finally we have the good news in Saturday’s CINews that the price of petrol is to come down.
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Regional
WAITANGI – Greater sovereignty for Maori or a dangerous path towards separatism?
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Local
Puha and pork sausages, a game of cricket on the lawn and smiles all round made Waitangi Day on Rarotonga a genuine Kiwi affair.
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I read Ben Ponia’s letter on Saturday, February 7 regarding the use of FADs for purse seine vessels and how he believes Te Ipukarea Society’s proposed ban on these FADs could have dire consequences for the Cook Islands: a ‘death wish for our fledgling fishing industry’.
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in Smoke Signals
Making a sudden turn to the right without indicating isn’t a good idea. But it’s even less of a good idea when you’re a uniformed policeman driving a Government vehicle.
Tuesday 10 February 2015 | Published in League
The Ngatangiia Sea Eagles’ nippy and tough Tairi Miriau was on fire for his team during their 2015 league club season opener on Friday against a young Takuvaine Warriors side.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
ALOFI – Niue is almost all set to host a couple of baby elephants destined for Auckland Zoo.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
FANGALOTO – Two missionaries – a Tongan and a foreigner – for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were attacked in Fangaloto, Tongatapu in the last week of January.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
NUKU‘ALOFA– Tonga’s Friendly Islands Shipping Agency has suspended its chief executive Vakautapola Vi, local media reported on Friday.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
THE PACIFIC – In the ongoing battle against obesity, heart disease and diabetes in the Pacific region, a new study reveals that allocating sufficient tuna for local consumption and keeping it affordable could significantly improve health outcomes.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
PAPUA NEW GUINEA – Papua New Guinea’s deputy opposition leader says Prime Minister Peter O’Neill needs to be removed because corruption in government is being allowed to prevail.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Politics
The civil list budget has been blown out and overspent because of Ministers’ high travel costs, says Democratic Party deputy leader and Leader of the Opposition, William “Smiley” Heather.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
PORT MORESBY – Designated betelnut trading sections in Port Moresby markets proposed by Prime Minister Peter O’Neill will not stop abuse, National Capital District Commission officials said.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Regional
VATICAN CITY – In view of the much anticipated encyclical letter from Pope Francis on ecology – countries, agencies, and even industries are seeking papal support in advance of the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference, being held in Paris in December.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Local
Old wheelchairs, walking frames, canes and crutches are being sought by a rehabilitation service physiotherapist who is starting to get worried that supplies on the island are low.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Politics
Cabinet Ministers will be on Rarotonga this week, as not to miss a vital opportunity to mix and mingle with development partners at the 2015 Development Partner’s meeting.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Local
Since the launch of the 50 Days for 50 Years bicycle and walking campaign that started on January 17, a total of 87 people ranging in age from 5-74 have registered to take part.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Politics
While the 2015 Development Partners annual meeting starts its main sessions tomorrow, February 10, there will be an opportunity for participants to mix and mingle tonight.
Monday 9 February 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, It seems that the bureaucrats are mystified by the request by landowners at certain water intakes for detailed plans on the extent of work to be carried out during the proposed upgrades of the system.
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