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Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Face masks included in Covid-19 law
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
The country’s ongoing response to Covid-19 was front and centre at the last Parliament sitting for the year.
Getting ready for a Tropical Christmas
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Despite Covid-19, the annual Tropical Christmas festive events will be going ahead this year.
MPs attend intake tour
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Elected officials and landowners were given a tour of the Avatiu intake on Thursday where trials are underway to test the recently completed water treatment system, but one opposition MP wasn’t impressed with what she saw.
French national denied travel
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
Te Onu creation wows crowds
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Apii Avarua’s turtle masterpiece has been proudly showcased in the school’s classroom to mark Te Mire Tiare - Rarotonga's annual flower festival.
ADB approve loan for Covid-19 support
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
A loan recently signed by the Government will provide $20 million towards Covid-19 financial assistance for businesses and individuals.
State funeral for a great son of Mangaia
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Former Prime Minister the late Jim Marurai was a man of few words, but you could always count on those words being honest and straightforward. He will always be fondly remembered by a grateful nation.
Orange the world for White Ribbon
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in
The White Ribbon campaign march moved swiftly through town on Wednesday, arriving at the Punanga Nui market in no time.
Covid-19 won't stop family reunion this holiday season
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For many years leading up to Christmas, family reunions were the norm, when hundreds of families would fly into Rarotonga from overseas. For one family, this year's event may be quieter but Covid-19 won't get in the way of their plans.
One day parliament sitting insufficient, Opposition says
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in National, Politics
A speedy one-day sitting of Parliament later this week has drawn the ire of the Opposition Democratic Party.
Mama Mousie Skews’ memory honoured
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga yesterday honoured the memory of the late Mama Mousie Skews as they officially handed over to St Joseph’s early childhood education students a number of play and work stations.
Crimes Bill deferred once again, delaying debate on same-sex rights
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Local, National
Parliamentarians are expected to delay debate on a draft Crimes Bill that decriminalises homosexuality. However, an MP report claims a majority of the public that participated in consultations want to keep the status quo, where the law doesn’t recognise equal rights for same-sex couples.
Bubble or go bust: survey says businesses burning through cash
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
A new Private Sector Taskforce report reveals the stark reality of what the future looks like for many businesses in the Cook Islands if the country’s border remains closed.
Licences for four new internet service providers paves the way for competition
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Four new local internet operators have been granted licences in a bid to improve services and provide competition to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Rare milkfish harvest carried out in Mitiaro
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
On Friday, the Arongamana of Mitiaro agreed to lift the Ra’ui on the lake of Mitiaro to harvest the freshwater milkfish.
Adapting to food and nutrition security needs
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Ministry of Agriculture is urging local growers to maintain the health of their soils amidst fears Covid-19 pandemic could spark a food crisis in the Pacific.
The crowning of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Hundreds gathered to witness the installation of Makea Vakatini Phillip Ngamatoa Ariki on Friday. Although the ceremony was met with a vocal protest who called the election process a “fraud”, it continued largely as planned.
New community case in NZ, Cook Islands alert level unchanged
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Health, National
There will be no change to Cook Islands’ alert level or border settings at this stage, despite a new Covid-19 community case in New Zealand connected to what has been called the November quarantine cluster.
Criminal cases adjourned for callover in December
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
A number of cases that were brought before the Criminal Court this week were adjourned to a later date. Itio te ra Putaura Matakino, who is facing charges relating to assault on a female, entering with intent and obtaining by false pretence, had his matter adjourned to December 17. Defence counsel Norman George requested Justice […]