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Heather hits back on EU deal
Thursday 17 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Opposition leader William (Smiley) Heather has accused the Henry Puna-led Cook Islands Party Government of compromising the livelihood of future generations of Cook Islanders by supporting the controversial European Union (EU) fishing deal.
Airport carpark set to go automatic
Thursday 17 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Airport Authority Cook Islands has taken the first step towards installing automated parking control system at the Rarotonga International Airport.
CIIC to continue building repairs
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) will continue to undertake the more urgent building repair work on the Rarotonga’s Ministry of Justice and police headquarters buildings while talks continue with the Peoples’ Republic of China on longer term solutions.
Classic story back in print again
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
Florence (Johnny) Frisbie’s classic story of a young girl growing up on a remote island in the Cook Islands group will be available again soon as a paperback and e-book.
Arborist is branching out
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
When Nooroa Baker was 15 he left Rarotonga for good – or so he thought.
Long-awaited bill attracts low number of submissions
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
ONLY nine submissions have so far been received for the long-awaited Family Law Bill that is expected to be passed in parliament soon.
Programme targets violence
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Trades School in Arorangi plans to hold a two-day community programme an early intervention tool for violence against women and children.
Volunteer loves annual visits to help in schools
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
A GLOBAL volunteer is using his free time by lending a helping hand to teachers at Titikaveka College in carrying out their day-to-day responsibilities.
Prisoners paid in cash and 'kind'
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
With allegations regarding abuse of power and ill-treatment of the inmates still surfacing from Arorangi Prison, CI News has obtained a document which explains the inmates’ work schemes.
Election results await confirmation
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Elections Office is waiting for the remaining ballot boxes from the northern group islands before finalising the results of the 2016 local government elections held on Thursday last week.
Cabinet backs EU fishing deal
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Local
Cabinet has given its support to the Prime Minister Henry Puna to proceed with a fisheries agreement with the European Union.
Horton elected as PTA chairperson
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
RUTH Horton has taken over the reins from Sam Napa as chairperson for Titikaveka College’s Parent Teacher Association.
Assault on female brings year's probation
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A young man charged with two counts of assaulting a female was sentenced to 12 months probation at the Cook Islands High Court.
Woman given deadline to repay money
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A woman sentenced to 18 months’ probation after being found guilty on three charges of theft, must repay $6,934 to the previous owners of Aitutaki Escape Investment Ltd by the time she finishes her sentence.
Drink-driver gets short prison sentence
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
A 42 year old man was sentenced to two and a half months in prison when he appeared in Cook Islands High Court on four charges relating to a drink-driving incident.
Film festival to showcase marine issues
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Beneath the Waves Film Festival 2016 which will be held tomorrow will provide a platform for open discussions on marine issues.
Top-notch speakers at awards
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards next month will feature two top business speakers, New Zealand jeweller Sir Michael Hill and Air New Zealand Chief Sales and Commercial Officer Cam Wallace.
Talks start in earnest on this year's budget
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The group responsible for preparing budget recommendations for Cabinet held its first meeting on March 2.
Price drop good news for motorists
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
Motorists on Rarotonga and all islands except Aitutaki will pay less for fuel and LPG following the release of a new price order yesterday.
Animal clinic still needs a new home
Tuesday 15 March 2016 | Published in Local
The Esther Honey Foundation’s animal clinic in Nikao is still looking for a new home.
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