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Financial Secretary claims ‘slow news day’ over sabbatical leave saga

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Financial Secretary Garth Henderson, in a bizarre turn of events, has turned to social media with a response to questions surrounding his top taxman’s “sabbatical leave”.

Economy


Fertiliser prices to increase: Ministry of Agriculture

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

Ministry of Agriculture has announced there will be an increase in the price of fertiliser they sell to local growers.

Local


Second Covid death

Friday 13 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National

Cook Islands has recorded its second Covid-19-related death, Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health announced yesterday.

Health


Outlaws beat Notchya to win Beach Touch gold

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Outlaws claimed the 2023 Beach Games touch competition at the National Beach Courts in Nikao yesterday.

Other Sports


Lady Panthers ready to blood newcomers in 13s competition

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Fresh off winning the League Nines in Paradise tournament, Lady Panthers are gearing up for the 2023 domestic 13s competition where they hope to give newcomers a chance to shine.

Rugby league


PIF could sideline Japan over nuclear waste plan

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Fiji, Regional

Japan is at risk of losing its status as a Pacific Islands Forum Dialogue Partner over Tokyo’s nuclear waste dumping plan.

Fiji


LETTER: Questionable funding allocations

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I write as a solo mother unhappy with our national sports committee CISNOC’s decisions with respect to funding allocations.

Letters to the Editor


Raro FADs break loose

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National

Missing anchored fish aggregating devices (FADs) around Rarotonga which are used by local small-scale fishermen, have been a concern to fishers alongside the increase in fuel costs and poor fish numbers.

Environment


Paxlovid available at TMO pharmacy

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health has supply for 100 prescriptions for Paxlovid, an anti-viral medication used to combat Covid-19.

Health


Tackling Raro’s dog problem: Police to issue warrant for added support workers

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National

More than 20 dogs have been put down by the Cook Islands Police last month, in a bid to tackle the growing canine population in Rarotonga.

Local


Daycare centre to integrate Te Reo Maori programme

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National

It’s an exciting year for children attending the Island Bubz Daycare Centre.

Education


Fishing charter lands good catch – on land and at sea

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National

Despite heavy rain and strong winds forecast, three friends set out on an adventure with fishing charter company, Game Fishing Rarotonga on Tuesday.

Business


Questions surrounding top taxman’s ‘sabbatical leave’

Thursday 12 January 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

The head of the Cook Islands tax department has been given six months’ sabbatical leave by his boss, Financial Secretary Garth Henderson, in a decision that has reportedly irked top government officials.

Economy


LETTER: Where is the customer service?

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, I’m a local of many years. My partner is a Cook Islander.

Letters to the Editor


Catholic Synod Forum - listen, discuss and share

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

For the first time in the history of the Catholic Church, the synod process has afforded people the opportunity to share their stories of existing as a ‘Church’ in the world today.

Local


Protecting Maori culture

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National

Mangaia is steeped in legend and mystical charm. Estimated at 18 million years old, it is one of the oldest islands in the Pacific.

Culture


New Covid variant detected, TMO calls on public to be vigilant

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National

Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health has identified a case of the XBB1 variant in the Cook Islands.

Health


Cheaper foreign transfer service welcomed in Cook Islands

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National

The Cook Islands Fijian community has welcomed news of the MPaisa platform - a way to send money to Fiji through Vodafone Cook Islands.

Business


Clean break for laundry services as rain persists

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, National

Laundromats have been run ragged, as wet weather continues to punish Rarotonga.

Business


Rain in Rarotonga may last until the end of the week

Wednesday 11 January 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Weather

Torrential rain in Rarotonga may last until the end of the week as a large trough makes its way through the Cook Islands.

National


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