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Mental health awareness through community education,advocacy
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Health
World Mental Health Day will be marked this Friday October 10 and groups worldwide and on the island will be raising awareness about mental health.
Demo appeals filed
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party is hoping it can bolster its presence in Parliament after filing appeals of four petition decisions that were recently handed down by the High Court.According to a Demo statement, the Party is appealing the decision on a petition filed by Party Leader Wilkie Rasmussen – who lost his Penrhyn seat to Willie John of the Cook Islands Party.Petitions have also been filed for the island of Manihiki and the constituencies of Vaipae-Tautu and Tengatangi-Areora. Rasmussen said an appeal for Teenui-Mapumai will be filed next week.The Party says it has sought the services of a New Zealand law firm and members of the Queen’s Counsel, who have identified “some fundamental issues to appeal”. The decision to appeal has been endorsed by the puna committees, caucus, and the Demo executive, said Rasmussen. “I am greatly encouraged by the insights of our lawyers in New Zealand who have read through the respective minutes of the High Court,” said Rasmussen. Out of a total of six petitions heard by the High Court last month, five were dismissed. Only the Demo’s petition contesting the results for the constituency of Tamarua in Mangaia was upheld.The petitions dealt with issues surrounding voter qualification, and contained numerous allegations of bribery and treating, all of which were dismissed apart from one count of bribery upheld in Vaipae-Tautu - implicating victorious Cook Islands Party candidate Mona Ioane.With only nine of the 24 seats in Parliament occupied by the Demos, the appeals represent an opportunity to close in on the CIP’s 12 seats, and possibly for a majority government without the need for a coalition with One Cook Islands. “I believe the Democratic Party will succeed with these appeals and it will then have the majority to govern,” he said. “We stand with great hope and pride that sooner or later we will claim victory and have justice,” said Rasmussen.
Cash reward for stolen property
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Crime
Rarocars owner Don Carlaw is offering a reward of $2500 for information that will lead to the successful prosecution of the people that burgled his business on the weekend of September 13.
Public urged to conserve water
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Local
The recent dry spell has seen a drop in the water levels at all 12 water intakes on Rarotonga prompting the water management division to urge the public to conserve water where possible.
Huanan defends local operations
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Local
Company estimates to spend $1.4miillion locally
New faces in the house for Parliament's first sitting
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Politics
The 48th session of Parliament kicked off yesterday afternoon with the six new Members present in the House.
Rattle re-selected as Speaker
Thursday 9 October 2014 | Published in Politics
Parliamentary Speaker Niki Rattle was chosen yesterday to return for another term as Speaker of the House, but not before some controversy.
CV crafting workshop this Thursday
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Education
Local employment website, Cook Islands Jobs.com is running a CV (curriculum vitae) and interview skills workshop this Thursday at 5pm to be held at the TIS office in Tupapa.
No changes to foreign fishing company's trading license: BTIB
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Economy
Local company Ocean Fresh’s concerns that government will approve the expansion of a foreign fishing firm’s operations in Rarotonga are baseless, says an official with the Business Trade and Investment Board (BTIB).
Technical group meets on QMS
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Environment
The Ministry of Marine Resources is progressing its plans to introduce a Quota Management System (QMS) for the longline tuna fishery in 2016.
Decorate a bra for breast cancer awareness
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Local
Get creative this month for breast cancer awareness and bedazzle a bra!
Prime Minister Teina Bishop?
Wednesday 8 October 2014 | Published in Politics
The role of Prime Minister and Minister of Finance has been offered to Aitutaki Member of Parliament Teina Bishop under a potential coalition agreement between the Democratic Party and One Cook Islands.
JP orders anger management class for offender
Tuesday 7 October 2014 | Published in Crime
The HIGH COURT on October 2 was presided over by Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams, who made the following judgements:
Schools still in for Imanuela Akatemia
Tuesday 7 October 2014 | Published in Education
While most kids are enjoying the sun, holiday activities and quality time with parents – Christian school Imanuela Akatemia students still have their heads in their books.
12 arrests, 4 crashes at the weekend
Tuesday 7 October 2014 | Published in Crime
Police arrested 12 people at the weekend – nine for driving with excess breath alcohol, two for contempt of court and one for threatening with a weapon.
OCI, Demos shrug off CIP allegations
Tuesday 7 October 2014 | Published in Politics
Possible coalition partners, One Cook Islands and the Democratic Party, have shrugged off Prime Minister Henry Puna’s allegations that they are destabilising the Cook Islands Party-led government.
Te kura OIA e to'ou tika'anga
Monday 6 October 2014 | Published in Politics
E ture ta tatou ko te Kura OIA Kavamani 2008 koia te Official Information Act 2008.
OIA – a change in culture from secrecy to openness
Monday 6 October 2014 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Law Society through a number of planned articles will share information and explanations on laws that impact on people in their everyday lives.
Aere ra e te to'ora, ka kite aka'ou
Monday 6 October 2014 | Published in Environment
The Whales came, we have loved seeing them, and they have conquered our hearts ...”
Mitiaro itiki under a raui
Monday 6 October 2014 | Published in Outer Islands
Mitiaro’s well-known fresh water eels the ‘Itiki’ is now back in the hands of the Ui Ariki and the Aronga Mana of the island.
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