Local
Crop theft threat
Saturday 18 September 2010 | Published in Local
The livelihoods of local growers are under threat as crop thieves are systematically targeting whole plantations. The theft of crops is not a new problem for growers but what is new is that whole plots of crops such as pawpaw and taro are being stolen each week to be sold. Stolen fruit and veges have […]
Philatelic sale set
Friday 17 September 2010 | Published in Local
Minister of Finance Wilkie Rasmussen announced yesterday that the government will make over $50,000 per year from stamps after the sale of the Philatelic Bureau. In a media release yesterday he said: “The Government and Telecom Cook Islands Limited (TCI) have entered into a new agreement for the issue of stamps with Philatelic Bureau 2010 […]
Cabinet not convinced
Friday 17 September 2010 | Published in Local
PM says there are questions over legitimacy of proposal Prime Minister Jim Marurai says his Cabinet is not convinced that the ‘Al Atas’ multimillion investment fund proposal put to it is legitimate. Yesterday government officials were running for cover after CI News broke the news of the possible attempted scam. CI News asked Finance Minister […]
Arnold talks of anti-reform comments
Thursday 16 September 2010 | Published in Local
Tim Arnold spoke at his first public campaign meeting on Tuesday night about anti-reform comments made by Cook Islands Party MP Norman George. Arnold referred to George as a man he had a great deal of respect for. “Norman George could be such a powerful force for good for this country. It is useful to […]
Cabinet meets 'scammers'
Thursday 16 September 2010 | Published in Local
Concerns raised over company’s multimillion dollar proposal Cabinet ministers have exposed themselves to embarrassment after meeting representatives of a Singapore-based company that are now suspected of trying to scam government. CI News contacted Finance Minister Wilkie Rasmussen who said he was concerned that the infrastructure funding proposal was a scam but checks were still being […]
Raro relief as fuel ship finally arrives
Thursday 16 September 2010 | Published in Local
Cars were bumper to bumper and motorbikes were being pushed along the roads to get to the fresh supply of petrol on the island yesterday. The successful berthing of the Southern Express at Avatiu Harbour provided welcome relief as the petrol crisis came to an end. Motorists queued outside several petrol stations yesterday from mid-morning […]
Going to the dogs
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in Local
Weekly Hash House Harrier regulars, pictured right, (from left) Te-Atua-Nui George, Bones the dog, Jette Johnston and Stephen Whitta at Monday night’s K9-9K run. Although only three dogs were brought by their owners to the gathering – the 30 odd runners and walkers still supported the Esther Honey Foundation event by bringing along a can […]
Tourism strategy
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism (CIT) presented their strategic plan to cabinet yesterday. Now they are throwing the plan open for comment from the industry. CIT chief executive Carmel Beattie said that she will be presenting the strategy to the tourism industry at a meeting at Club Raro on Thursday from 5pm. The main focuses of the […]
Fuel crisis continues
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in Local
The Southern Express made two attempts to come into port yesterday and was to try again this morning. The photo on the left shows the vessel attempting to head in before pulling out. /08 “/> Raro waits anxiously as fuel ship fails to berth The fuel crisis mounted yesterday as the Southern Express made two […]
Health changes
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
The quality manager for the Ministry of Health is getting managers to commit to making improvements by getting them to her Quality Assurance workshop. “We are trying to change people’s attitudes,” Elizabeth Iro said. “We understand it is about small steps, but the ultimate goal is to have a quality culture in the Ministry of […]
Ship, petrol due today
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
Already a week behind schedule, the Southern Express is now due to berth at Avatiu Harbour this morning. The heavily laden cargo ship’s arrival has been keenly awaited since petrol supplies on the island ran out last week. Shipping agent Express Cook Islands Line was scheduled to arrive Sunday morning before bad weather at sea […]
Arnold talks political upgrade
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
Tupapa independent candidate says this issue will dominate election Tupapa-Maraerenga Independent candidate Tim Arnold says political upgrade is the largest issue that dominates this year’s election, and he’s inviting people to hear his views on the issue. “For me, the single largest issue that dominates this election is political upgrade. And I use the term […]
Solar project for north
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in Local
$5.4 million earmarked for solar panels and desalination The northern group islands are set to receive US$4 million (NZ$5.48 million) worth of solar panel generation systems and desalination units under Japan’s Pacific Environment Community (PEC) Fund. The US$66 million fund is for Pacific Forum Island country governments, non-government organisations and community groups. A representative from […]
Helping start them young
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in Local
As part of its literacy programme, PPSEAWA (Pan-Pacific South East Asian Women’s Association) delivered over 50 ‘pepe packs’ – kits containing a T-shirt and a book for new mothers to read to their children, among other goodies – to hospital last week. The maternity ward at the hospital graciously received the donation on Wednesday, which […]
Matutu to start bottle buyback
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in Local
Matutu brewery might not use green bottles, but it’s certainly greener than most breweries. James Puati and Debi Futter of Matutu are offering to pay 10 cents for every returned bottle, which they will sterilise for re-use. They’ve been recycling bottles for a while, collecting them from resorts around the island, but with the 10 […]
New CI made airport outlet
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in Local
The Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) is opening a new retail outlet to promote Cook Islands foods and locally made goods at the airport departure lounge. BTIB chief executive Terry Rangi says it is not the agency’s intention to compete with other businesses but part of their role is to help local producers and manufacturers […]
Arnold to stand
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in Local
Lawyer Tim Arnold has confirmed he will stand as an independent candidate for Tupapa-Maraerenga in the November election. Arnold said last week that he was looking at the possibility of standing on the single platform of political reform. He has now made the decision to stand. Arnold has organised a meeting at the Aotearoa Centre […]
Jury finds Williams guilty
Saturday 11 September 2010 | Published in Local
Twelve jurors this week found Paul Williams guilty of manslaughter and driving with excess breath alcohol. He was facing both charges after fatally striking visiting Golden Oldies rugby player Duncan Barrowman with his truck in May of last year. The jury delivered its guilty verdict on Thursday night, following a trial that lasted roughly six […]
Government 'fair' to 'dismal'
Saturday 11 September 2010 | Published in Local
Most people polled were stuck in the middle when it came to rating the performance of our current government, with 49 per cent saying the performance was fair or average. However, 39 per cent were not so kind, rating the performance as “useless” while just 12 per cent rated it as good. But those were […]
76% want seats cut
Saturday 11 September 2010 | Published in Local
Election survey – 33% for Demo, 26% for CIP, 14% Independent The Cook Islands News pre-election poll reveals 76 percent of 182 voters surveyed want the number of seats in parliament reduced. The same question will be put to voters on November 17 in a national referendum that will need over two-thirds (67 per cent) […]
« Previous 1 … 662 663 664 665 666 667 668 669 670 … 707 Next »