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Stolen rego plate seen on Facebook
Tuesday 17 June 2014 | Published in Crime
Two New Zealand men have posted potentially incriminating photos of themselves on Facebook holding a vehicle registration plate allegedly stolen in Rarotonga last week.
Demos show 'lack of understanding'
Tuesday 17 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Allegations of discrepancies in the Appropriation Act 2013 have been disputed by Financial Secretary Richard Neves and show a lack of understanding.
Election: What do the winners get?
Monday 16 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Winning a seat in the Cook Islands Parliament comes with its fair share of responsibilities.
New partnership for fisheries surveillance
Monday 16 June 2014 | Published in Local
The Cook Island took part in a successful multi-national maritime surveillance operation last month, despite being unable to use its patrol boat Te Kukupa.
Govt got numbers wrong, say Demos
Monday 16 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Democratic finance spokesman James Beer has identified two counts of “double dipping” in the Government’s finances.
Superannuation decision reserved
Monday 16 June 2014 | Published in Economy
Court of Appeal judges have reserved judgement in the Crown’s appeal of a recent High Court decision regarding the constitutionality of the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund.
Rain delays Punanga Nui project
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Local
Ongoing periods of rain have forced workers to down their tools and switch off engines at the Punanga Nui reclaimed land project.
Frustration at water sign damage
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Crime
An alleged act of vandalism carried out on a ‘No Swimming’ sign in Vaimaanga has upset the Cook Islands Water Safety and Surf Lifesaving Council.
Still no word on Bishop charges
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Aitutaki Member of Parliament Teina Bishop says no charges have been laid by police, who are carrying out an investigation of bribery and corruption allegations that have been levelled against him.
Coalition looking likely after July 9 election
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Politics
A coalition government of some kind will be needed after the election if the Cook Islands News snap political poll is anything to go by.
Black widows found in Air Raro hangar
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Local
There is concern among staff at Air Rarotonga after the discovery of two female black widow spiders in a hangar this week.
Are MPs getting free campaign flights?
Saturday 14 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Are Members of Parliament from both sides of the floor getting free flights from Parliament to campaign?
Years Nines have sustainable energy 'conference'
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Education
All 110 year nine students and a group of 15 year 13 students’ leaders will be attending a full day conference on Monday at the Crown Beach Resort, which has offered the use of its facilities at special rates to the college.
VAT reduction would cost $8M: Brown
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Finance Minister Mark Brown is slamming a Democratic Party election campaign promise to reduce the rate of Value Added Tax (VAT).
Dog controller picked, not named
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Local
Police have appointed a new dog controller for Rarotonga and the successful candidate is currently going through training, according to a police spokesperson.
New details on photo contract
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Local
Information has been made public about a New Zealand Aid-funded contract to provide aerial footage to the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation last year.
Police focus on gender issues
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Crime
Police staff from 22 countries will be in Rarotonga next week to discuss issues affecting women in police forces across the region.About 60 delegates will be attending the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Women Advisory Network’s 11th annual conference.
NZ High Commission helps Raro Prison school
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Local
Inmates at Rarotonga’s prison have been given $7000 worth of new books and learning resources to help them prepare for a positive future back in the community.
TV debate now unlikely
Friday 13 June 2014 | Published in Politics
Plans for a debate between candidates seeking office in the upcoming general elections are likely to be put on ice.
Telecom issues iPhone warning
Thursday 12 June 2014 | Published in Technology
Telecom Cook Islands has issued a warning to iPhone users in light of unexplained data usage some people are experiencing.
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