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Grey Power maintain pressure
Saturday 20 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
GREY Power had another healthy discussion yesterday at Sinai Hall in Maraerenga in its fight against Government’s decision to continue back-taxing New Zealand pensioners.
Brown and Glassie off the rock
Saturday 20 June 2015 | Published in Politics
Members of cabinet can technically put their feet up this week after the adjournment of parliament on Friday afternoon.
Budget hurry concerns MP
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Politics
The government is getting out the guillotine and stifling democracy by rushing to pass the latest budget in parliament, says Democratic Party MP for Murienua, James Beer.
Winner jumps for joy
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Local
Ten-year old Maya Anakiva jumped for joy this week as the fifth and final winner of the weekly CITC Sanitarium promotion.
Ministries cited for poor management
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Politics
Budget overspending and poor management of public funds are just some of the failures of Cook Islands government ministries and agencies highlighted in the latest Audit Office reports.
Runway can handle future change
Friday 19 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Rarotonga International Airport’s runway can accommodate bigger aircraft than the ones now flying to the island.
Puna unhappy with Super bill
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Economy
PRIME Minister Henry Puna is not satisfied with the Social Assistance (Portability to Cook Islands, Niue and Tokelau) bill passed in New Zealand Parliament on Thursday.
Public Service wants ideas on strategy
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Local
The Office of the Public Service Commissioner has prepared a draft Public Service Strategy aimed at improving the way in which the Public Service provides goods and services.
'Kia Orana' to tourism's new frontier
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Local
‘Show your Mana, say Kia Orana’ – that’s the new motto paving the future of tourism in the Cook Islands.
Foreign enterprises face deadline
Friday 19 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A FINE of $2000 will be imposed on foreign enterprises who fail to submit their annual filing of information to the Business Trade and Investments Board (BTIB).
Te Maeva Nui tickets selling fast, but free outdoor option available
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Local
Tickets for prime seating in the National Auditorium for the Te Maeva Nui night cultural shows are selling fast.
Night market a hit despite rain
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Local
The wafting aroma of delicious local foods saw many enjoy a night out at the food market on Wednesday night despite the heavy rain.
Cook Islands on EU blacklist
Friday 19 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
COOK Islands has again been blacklisted by the European Union’s executive Commission for not doing enough to crack down on tax avoidance.
Budget share is unfair: MP
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Politics
For a ‘customer-based budget’, the Appropriation Bill 2015/2016 leaves shoppers unsatisfied.
Coalition parties end speculation
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Politics
The announcement in Parliament this week by Teina Bishop that One Cook Islands (OCI) has formed and alliance with the Democratic Party (Demo) in a Coalition Partnership has ended speculation about the One Cook Islands party’s political intentions and the future role and direction the coalition will play in anticipation of a future change of government.
Bar brawl prompts police warning
Friday 19 June 2015 | Published in Crime
Nine men appeared in court yesterday charged with fighting in a public.
Boat builder the hero of rescue effort
Thursday 18 June 2015 | Published in Outer Islands
More than a week after two Manihiki residents who went missing while fishing were located after a long search, details have emerged of the dramatic rescue.
Coalition against flight ban
Thursday 18 June 2015 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party and One Cook Islands coalition has finally announced its stance on Sunday flights to Aitutaki.
Pageant show goes on despite feud
Thursday 18 June 2015 | Published in Local
With sponsors secured, firm programmes in place and seven young women registered, it’s fair to say plans for Miss Cook Islands 2015 are far advanced.
UN push nothing to do with aid, says PM
Thursday 18 June 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
PRIME Minister Henry Puna says the pursuit of United Nations membership for the Cook Islands has nothing to do with foreign aid.
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