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Cook Islands News lodges complaint with Parliamentary Services
Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
The Office of the Ombudsman has advised the Cook Islands News to lodge a complaint with Parliamentary Services, advising them of concerns in relation to the release of the MPs travel costs between July 1 to September 30, 2023.
Breakdown of MP travel spending: PM, Opposition leader at the top
Saturday 28 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National, Politics
A breakdown of the spending figures shows the event attended, departure and arrival dates, airfare costs, accommodation costs, meals/incidentals, additional allowances and totals for each of the 14 MPs, for the period July 1 to September 30, 2023.
Te Kukupa II returning home after maintenance
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Maintenance work on Te Kukupa II is complete, and the Cook Islands maritime patrol vessel is on its way home.
Enhancing boating safety in Aitutaki
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The Iceberg motor yacht and Flying Cloud sailing boat have both made generous donations to the Aitutaki Boating Education (ABE) while recently visiting the island.
Hosking-Tinirau to lead Chamber of Commerce
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, National
Addrienne Hosking-Tinirau has been elected the new chair of the Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce at its annual general meeting (AGM) this week.
Lemon stealer gets a bitter taste of justice
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man has been convicted and sentenced in a long standing case involving the theft of lemons.
A plea for help: Senior Rarotonga couple keen to watch their favourite flicks in comfort
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Local, National
Nikao couple Ian and Jackie Sanderson don’t have a lot, but what they do have, they care very much about.
Police throw bombshell at defence in burglary case
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Court, National
A man’s alibi in a case of burglary has been thrown into disarray due to late evidence presented at a defended hearing.
MPs near annual travel budget in three months
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Members of Parliament have nearly spent their annual travel and allowances (local and overseas) budget of $250,000 just three months into the 2023/24 financial year, due to a series of overseas trips.
Mana Tiaki initiatives seek to enhance Forum delegates’ experiences
Friday 27 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum
The Cook Islands continue to advance preparations to welcome Pacific Leaders to Rarotonga and Aitutaki for the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) to be held from 6 – 10 November 2023.
Police enforce tougher stance on non-compliant motorcycle users
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police are handing out a strong message to motorcycle users in confiscating vehicles that are not compliant.
Cook Islands school leavers getting overseas qualifications without leaving home
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Education, National
An initiative giving Cook Islands school leavers a pathway to work full-time and study at a New Zealand university, all while staying close to family, is close to welcoming the final intake of its first cycle.
Author and historian seeks to trace the arrival of the Gospel
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Coming of the Gospel is the latest publication from author and historian Howard Henry who has published it through his Sovereign Pacific Publishing Company.
Nuku Day commemorates Christianity
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Each year on Gospel Day draws an assembly from each of the six Ekalesia of the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) on Rarotonga to perform their gospel dramas, or nuku to commemorate the Arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands.
Tropical Cyclone Lola will not affect the Cooks
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Tropical Cyclone Lola that was said to be slowly moving across Vanuatu yesterday is not a threat to the Cook Islands.
Tourism operator gets probation for assault on ex-partner following trial
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Domestic violence will be viewed seriously by the Courts in the Cook Islands after a High Court Judge yesterday quashed an application for discharge without conviction.
Cooks photographer makes waves across the ocean
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features, National
Award-winning photographer and turtle tour operator Charlotte Piho has been selected to represent the Oceania region in the Middle East.
Water meters coming to a home near you
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Rarotonga residents look set to contribute more tax dollars to support water infrastructure.
Off to a ‘roaring start’: Te Uki Ou Junior College programme proves a hit
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The new Te Uki Ou Junior College is off to a roaring start with positive feedback from students, families and teachers, says the school management.
Cook Islands MP-elect Nicholas has her eye on Pacific peoples portfolio
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in National, New Zealand, Politics, Regional
The only Pacific MP-elect in New Zealand’s National Party has her eye on the Pacific peoples portfolio.
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