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It's a 'mare' of a job on island councils
Thursday 11 February 2016 | Published in Local
About a year after gaining self-governance in 1965, the country’s first premier Albert Henry introduced an entirely new concept to the Pa Enua – island councils.
We want your great summer photos
Thursday 11 February 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands News is once again calling for your great summer fun photographs in our CI News Paradise Pit Stop Summer Hot Shots photography competition.
Cabinet defers lagoon scraping trial
Thursday 11 February 2016 | Published in Local
The trial to scrape algae off the Muri lagoon floor has been deferred by cabinet until ministers are satisfied there won’t be any adverse impact from the exercise.
Cabinet sending wrong message
Thursday 11 February 2016 | Published in Local
The lack of urgency demonstrated by Cabinet over the Muri algae problem does not send out the right message to the country’s key economic driver, tourism, says Chamber of Commerce president Stephen Lyons.
Departure forms removal by cabinet
Wednesday 10 February 2016 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration has no plans to bring back the use of departure forms for the Cook Islands.
PM refuses to suspend Heather
Wednesday 10 February 2016 | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna says he won’t suspend Teariki Heather.
TPPA is not an easy read
Wednesday 10 February 2016 | Published in Local
Understanding a trade agreement text can be difficult to deal with says Cook Islands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration trade officer Danny Williams.
Media demands transparency
Wednesday 10 February 2016 | Published in Local
The country’s top broadcasters and newspapers want government heads of ministries and ministers to be more transparent and accountable to the public.
Free customer service course
Tuesday 9 February 2016 | Published in Local
“Kia Orana” is the foundation around the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute’s free customer service course starting at 9am today.
New generators will support renewable energy growth
Tuesday 9 February 2016 | Published in Local
Te Aponga Uira (TAU) is due to take delivery of five new generators soon, the first three to arrive on Monday 15 February and the remaining two a fortnight later.
Tradtional ceremony marks journey to manhood
Tuesday 9 February 2016 | Published in Local
The Arioka-Wiiliams family members along with friends gathered over the weekend to enjoy a double celebration of their son’s entry into manhood.
Renowned Cook Islands artist dies
Tuesday 9 February 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands artist and educator Ian David George died peacefully on Sunday (local time) at Sunset Road in Rotorua New Zealand surrounded by his anau and beloved wife Kay. He had been ill for the past two years.
Cook Islands commits to improve connectivity
Tuesday 9 February 2016 | Published in Local
Slow broadband faced by many on Rarotonga could be a thing of the past after Prime Minister Henry Puna committed the country to improve connectivity during his recent visit to New Zealand.
Confident in cable plan
Monday 8 February 2016 | Published in Local
The man behind the latest project to further bolster data connectivity in New Zealand is confident the project will be a success thanks to his company’s established position in Pacific Islands telecommunications.
Muri algal bloom bad for business
Monday 8 February 2016 | Published in Local
The Muri lagoon algae problem is affecting commercial businesses along the foreshore with hoteliers losing bookings from its spreading dark presence on the inshore sea bed.
FP Insurance positive about Cook Islands
Monday 8 February 2016 | Published in Local
Cook Islands consumers have a choice when it comes to insurance now that Federal Pacific Insurance (FPI) have started signing up local clients.
BSP kids squash programme launched
Saturday 6 February 2016 | Published in Local
BSP have proudly announced a new partnership with the Cook Islands Rarotonga Squash Club to sponsor a ‘BSP Kids Squash’ coaching programme.
Tourism promotes brand at US shows
Saturday 6 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation made good use of annual shows in the United States this month to promote the destination.
Positive effects for Cooks from TPPA
Saturday 6 February 2016 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands is expected to be affected positively under the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, says the chief executive officer for Business Trade and Investment Board Teariki Vakalalabure.
Benefits of zoning marine parks
Saturday 6 February 2016 | Published in Local
Zoning is a management strategy for protecting marine areas. A healthy, thriving marine ecosystem not only improves environmental health but also boosts tourism and reinforces the Cook Islands’ commitment to sustainable development. Zoning is currently being practiced in major marine protected areas around the world and represents a commitment to preserve marine biodiversity.
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