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MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
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Inflation eases but concerns remain
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Prime Minister defends $659,000 MPs travel bill
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Taxpayers foot $659,000 bill for MPs travel and allowance
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Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
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ICI explains road works delay in front of old Sheraton site
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Promoting local crafts for Christmas gifts
As the festive holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving and community shines brighter than ever.
Bank urges caution against scams during festive season
With the festive season underway, ANZ Cook Islands is reminding customers in the Pacific to be vigilant against scammers who take advantage of this busy time of year.
Man with prison record released on bail
A 22-year-old man who has served a jail sentence for shooting three people in Pukapuka has been released on bail. Iorama Ngataua, builder, of Tupapa, appeared before Justice of the Peace Tui Short in the Cook Islands High Court at Avarua this week. He is facing two charges of assaulting a female and aggravated robbery […]
German ambassador welcomed
German residents of the Cook Islands, government officials and traditional leaders came dressed in their best to the House of the Queens Representative yesterday to witness the reading of German Ambassador Thomas Meisters credentials. Minister of foreign affairs Tom Marsters, secretary of foreign affairs Jim Gosselin, Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand Mike Mitchell, […]
New homestay industry for Mitiaro
For ten years Cook Islands Tours managing director Temu Okotai has dreamt of establishing a home-stay programme on Mitiaro, and its now starting to come to fruition. Okotai has spent the past six months working with the people of Mitiaro to devise a plan which he anticipates will increase tourist numbers and boost the islands […]
Companies operating illegally will be prosecuted: BTIB
Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) chief executive Terry Rangi says to date the monitoring of unregistered companies doing business in the Cook Islands has been somewhat slack, but those who are considered to be operating illegally will be prosecuted. His comments follow concerns from some members of the local business community about visitors to the […]
BTIB confirms Telecom is registered
Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) chief executive Terry Rangi is satisfied Telecom Cook Islands (TCI) is operating legally as a foreign enterprise, despite concerns the company is not registered in the Cook Islands. Mervin Communications Ltd director William Framhein wrote to Rangi seeking the prosecution of nine companies including TCI which he alleges are not […]
Stunning show by papaa and oldies dancers
Expert performances by three expat and seven golden oldies dancers had the packed out Hidies Bar buzzing on Monday night as each dancer impressed the crowd with stunning dances. While there were a lot more visitors in the crowd supporting the evenings event the three expatriates who took to the stage were outstanding. Sole male […]
German envoy visits
Ambassador designate of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Cook Islands, Thomas H Meister (pictured), is currently visiting Rarotonga accompanied by his wife Dagmar Meister and daughter Ciska Meister. Ambassador Meister will present letters of credentials to Queens Representative Sir Frederick Goodwin today at Government House. Meister will also hold discussions with government on […]
Audit finds faults in police books
The Cook Islands Audit Office identified some high-risk issues within Cook Islands Police books and accounts in its second quarter report, which was tabled in parliament earlier this month. The report, which is now publicly available, covers the period from October 1 to December 31, 2010. Audit found that the ministrys general journals were being […]
Pacific fire services meet here
Executive members of the Pacific Islands Fire Services Association (PIFSA) meet today and tomorrow at Muri Beach Club to touch base and plot the way forward for Pacific fire brigades. Chaired by PIFSA president and Papua New Guinea fire chief Isaac Silas, the meeting will cover such emergency response-related issues as fire service legislation (which […]
Nothing official for Royal wedding
No official events are planned to celebrate the royal wedding of Prince William to Catherine Kate Middleton in the Cook Islands today, although coverage of the nuptials will be screened on free-to-air television from about 8 oclock this evening. The Cook Islands government considered whether it should host official celebrations of the wedding, although it […]
MMR explains fishery proposal
All members of the public interested in a proposal for exploratory fishing by the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) are invited to attend a presentation on the draft plan this evening. The ministry hopes as many people as possible will attend the public consultation on its draft plan to undertake research on skipjack and bigeye […]
45 fish landed in Easter comp
The two-day Rarotonga Easter fishing competition, sponsored by Cafe Salsa was highly successful, with 15 club boats taking part. A total of 45 fish with a combined weight of 451kg was landed over the two days , Easter Saturday and Easter Monday. The catch included a magnificent 43kg yellow fin tuna, numerous other tuna, maimai, […]
CIWA joins trade unions in China
Cook Islands Workers Association (CIWA) president Anthony Turua is representing the Asia Pacific Region together with over 300 delegates from all over the world at the 2011 International Forum on Economic Globalisation and Trade Unions in China. Turua says that its a timely forum for the Pacific region considering the post economic crises. The forum […]
PM still waiting for reply
The onus is on Christchurch Mayor Bob Parker to nominate people he considers heroes and heroines people who went the extra mile in rebuilding the earthquake-ravaged city for a free holiday to the Cook Islands. Prime Minister Henry Puna sent a letter to Parker after the February earthquake and has not received any response. Cook […]
Toilet paper audit laughed at
An audit review into the procurement of toilet paper for the 2009 Pacific Mini Games (PMG) has found the games organising committee did not comply with the Cook Islands Government Financial Policies and Procedures Manual (CIGFPPM). The committee, which included the then PMG chief executive Mac Mokoroa and acting financial secretary Priscilla Maruariki, accepted a […]
23kg trevally wins Aitutaki comp
Aitutakis Alistair Webb with a 23kg giant trevally caught popper fishing in the Easter fishing competition on the outer island. The fish won biggest trevally and was caught aboard Foxy Lady, skippered by Jason Watt. 11042501
Visitors join in ANZAC spirit
ANZAC services are unique to every region in every country. Its important that ANZAC services reflect the values of the local region. Royal New Zealand Navy commander Tony Grubb reflected on the various commemorative services held in the Cook Islands yesterday for the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC). Hundreds of people participated in […]
Cook Islanders remember ANZAC
Cook Islanders took time to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served for their countries in international conflict, during ANZAC Day commemorations throughout the country yesterday. From 5.30am guests and members of the public joined those involved in a dawn parade service at the Ministry of Justice building and cenotaph in Avarua […]
Ports warn of disruption at Avatiu
The general public and especially users of the Avatiu harbour are asked to be patient as there will be a lot of disruption to services and restricted access to the area when the $24 million Avatiu harbour upgrade project begins in May by New Zealand company McConnell Dowell. Ports Authority chief executive Bim Tou says […]
TIS to meet on fishing plan
Te Ipukarea Society (TIS) members are being encouraged to attend the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) public consultation on its draft plan for exploratory fishing this week. TIS invited MMR secretary Ben Ponia to deliver a presentation of the ministrys draft plan for exploratory fishing at its own meeting, which has now been cancelled in […]
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