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Parliament boss sacked in blowout
Monday 9 March 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Local
Head rolls, as cost of extending MPs’ debating chamber more than doubles to $652,000.
Te Ipukarea Society: Out with the old, in with the new
Saturday 7 March 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
OPINION: Electronic consumption is on the rise worldwide and right here on our little paradise in the Cook Islands. But what happens with your old broken electronic appliances?
'I will speak my mind in Government'
Saturday 7 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
It was 2008 that Parliament first proposed to make motorbike helmets compulsory. This weekend, Aronga Mana and MPs have joined forces to ask Government not to rush the plans.
Bank must reward trust – CEO
Saturday 7 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Bank of South Pacific profits soared 11.1 per cent last year, the company reports.
100-plus kids a year nursed for mental illness
Friday 6 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
United Nations human rights committee challenges Cook Islands to tackle rising suicide rates, substance abuse and mental health issues among Cook Islands youth.
'Real men don't have to be hard'
Friday 6 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Mental health campaigner says it’s OK to show vulnerability, to talk and to give.
Smile, you're on candid camera!
Thursday 5 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Big brother is watching you – but you have nothing to fear as long as you behave!
Legal bid begins to recoup water pipeline damages from Chinese
Thursday 5 March 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Government is set to head into arbitration process with the Chinese contractor in a bid to recoup $17 million repair cost on the Rarotonga water supply system.
Fishing crew get virus OK
Thursday 5 March 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Spanish purse-seining vessel Rosita C is anchored off Rarotonga for a compliance inspection and change of crew.
Dealing with conflict the old way
Wednesday 4 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Instead of marching off to court, today’s mediators are being trained to offer us new solutions – inspired in part by traditional resolutions.
Ship beached as, bro
Wednesday 4 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Crew are reported safe after their Cook Islands-registered cargo ship ran aground in contested waters between Greece and Turkey.
UN to hear child rights challenges
Wednesday 4 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Internal Affairs officials must report Cook Islands progress to first-ever UN committee hearing in the Pacific.
Cook Islands to hold first Pride Day
Wednesday 4 March 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Local
From the oldest mamas and papas to the youngest children, everyone is invited to the country’s first ever Pride Day, later this month.
Diabetic woman 'denied water in the police cells'
Wednesday 4 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Remand prisoners are being mistreated and their basic human rights to safety and sustenance ignored, says a lawyer.
Customs' new place
Tuesday 3 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The opening of a new Customs office in Avarua is a small step towards bigger plans to strengthen Customs in the Cook Islands, says the Financial Secretary.
Ministers officially ordained into church
Monday 2 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Local
Hundreds of people, as well as a big crowd of tourists from the cruise ship MSC Magnifica, gathered to celebrate the Ordination Service of Ministers at Cook Islands Christian Church in Avarua on Sunday.
Public servants must set a better example – pastor
Saturday 29 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
With mounting concern about the harm caused by alcohol, government departments have been challenged to stop plying staff and visitors with free alcohol at evening functions.
'Exciting pressure' to ensure Rotaract's survival
Friday 28 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Rotaract Rarotonga’s goal is to retain members and maintain a good number of volunteers to keep the organisation going.
Secure your rubbish, advises Infrastructure
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Roadside refuse must be secured tightly to prevent animals from scavenging through the rubbish, says Infrastructure Cook Islands.
Illegal drugs are smuggled in marked 'medicine' – Demos
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Published in Local
It’s time authorities acknowledge there is a real hard drugs problem in Rarotonga, says Democratic Party police spokesperson Tamaiva Tuavera.
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