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Trade policy framework revised after nearly a decade
The Cook Islands Trade Policy Framework (TPF), last reviewed in 2015, is undergoing a revision to reflect the country’s evolving economic priorities.
Cook Islands and French Polynesia form an air services agreement
During regional meetings in French Polynesia, Foreign Secretary Tepaeru Herrmann, accompanied by Senior Foreign Service Officer Eden Brown, met with their French Polynesian government counterparts to advance negotiations on a bilateral Air Services Agreement (ASA).
Glassie in Bangkok to bolster AIDS fight
Minister of Health Nandi Glassie launched a regional sexual diversity plan on Wednesday at the 11th International Congress on Aids for Asia Pacific. “This five-year plan focuses the network to speak out for equality, justice and achieving the Three Zeros to end HIV/AIDS in the Pacific,” said Glassie, after launching the Pacific Sexual Diversity Network’s […]
Cultural project funding to be discussed at workshop
A workshop relating to cultural and creative projects will be held today by the ministry of culture. The workshop looks to gauge the interest and needs of those in the industry, and see what projects practitioners and organisations wish to pursue that might be candidates for government funding. “In order to establish a clearer idea […]
Ministers attend retreat
Cabinet ministers and their respective secretaries will be gathering for a two-day retreat at the Edgewater Resort and Spa today. “It’s basically a prelude to the budget process,” said Finance Minister Mark Brown. Described as an annual retreat, the meeting includes the government outlining its priorities for the next fiscal year, and results in the […]
'Exciting' work for water master plan architects
Representatives from the global engineering company commissioned to design the Te Mato Vai master plan were recently in the Cook Islands to work on the $60 million project. AECOM, a global engineering company, was selected by the Cook Islands government through tender to develop the master plan. The company’s principal consultant Colin Gerrard and associate […]
No loan offer from BTIB, says victim
The victim of an arson-related fire feels left out after receiving no offer for a startup loan from the Business Trade Investment Board. Eric Short, the former owner of Avatiu’s Eric Short Automotive Limited, had his business razed to the ground in a November 2012 fire, alongside adjoining entity Raro Cars. Earlier this week, Turoa […]
The long, winding and bumpy road of Big Norm
Love him or hate him, Norman George or Big Norm is a political survivor.
It takes a village to raise a child
It is easy for a child to fall through the cracks but with the proper processes in place, these children can be pulled out. This was a message delivered by acting inspector Kevin Kneebone of the New Zealand police at a youth justice workshop held on Tuesday. Policing, community and family intervention, education and spirituality […]
Students encouraged to enrol for school next year
As the end of the school year rolls around, it is a time when many students are thinking about where they will be continuing their education next year. Inclusive education and assistive technology advisor at the Ministry of Education Ngaria Stephenson has been working over the past few weeks to ensure that all students in […]
700kgs of rubbish collected in Manihiki
Manihiki residents hauled in 733.5kgs of rubbish during a recent clean-up day, with plastic bottles contributing a hefty 150kgs to the collection. The National Environment Service (NES) co-ordinated a clean-up programme for half a day on the island of Manihiki on November 14, as part of their ‘Clean Up the World’ campaign. The arrival of […]
Arorangi School visits fire service
Students from Arorangi School had a hands-on science class last week, when they made a visit to the nearby Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade. The year three and four students are studying heat for science this term, with their teacher Luisa Tongatama deciding to use local resources to assist in teaching the topic. The class visited […]
Arorangi School hosts NZ students
Students from New Zealand were welcomed at Arorangi School recently, for a day of fun and cultural activities. Twenty-seven staff and students from Hawera Intermediate School in Taranaki made the trip to the Cook Islands, and immersed themselves in Cook Islands culture for the day. The guests were welcomed with a special assembly and kaikai, […]
Tinomana Tokerau Ariki always ready to help
At 76, newly invested Puaikura Paramount Chief Tinomana Tokerau Ariki (Tokerau Munro) has faced many challenges in her life. On Thursday, she stood strong through the traditional Ariki investiture process while her rights to the title were criticized. The highly anticipated investiture was attended by hundreds of local supporters from across the island plus curious […]
Pay rise is possible for minimum wage earners
The Cook Islands’ minimum wage will come up for review early next year after sitting at the same rate for the past seven years. Minister of Internal Affairs Nandi Glassie announced yesterday that a panel is currently being formed to consider lifting the $5 minimum wage. Under legislation passed last year – the Employment Relations […]
Stars guide travel writers on rough seas
Despite most of them getting sick, five foreign journalists say being at sea guided only by traditional navigation methods was a once in a lifetime opportunity. Traditional master navigator Teuatakiri (Tua) Pittman will next year begin offering four-day return voyages from Rarotonga to Aitutaki on the traditional vaka Marumaru Atua. Pittman sails without modern instruments […]
Raro water likely to be UV treated
Rarotonga’s drinking water will probably be treated by ultraviolet light rather than chemicals in the future, says an official from the Ministry of Finance.
Clayton's back for more!
Lots of familiar faces will be emerging today for day one of the 10th Vaka Eiva Festival including Kiwi paddler and honorary local Clayton Wikaira, pictured here with junior race co-ordinator Teina Taulu.
Construction nears end for Pukapuka
The new Pukapuka accommodation unit is likely to be finished ahead of time.
Health officers learn about water tank risks
People who own water tanks need to be vigilant in making sure bird droppings, dust and mice do not contaminate their drinking water, says an environmental health expert.
Pakau Mataiapo now Tinomana Ariki
Au Maru Palace in Puaikura was the scene of tension, protest and, finally, celebration as 76-year-old Tokerau Munro was invested with the Puaikura paramount chief title Tinomana Ariki.
Bakery intends to take BTIB loan offer
Turoa bakery – one of the oldest in the country – will be taking up the offer for a concessional loan from a government agency to restart operations.
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