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A new year brings fresh opportunity
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in National
Recently I spoke at the funeral of a young man who died suddenly in Rarotonga, his earthly light snuffed out much too soon.
Film Raro funding proposal denied
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in National
Film Raro organisers say they were asked not to submit a proposal to receive funding from tourism, which they hoped would help pay for a second round of the event.
Reliable tax base crucial - Neves
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in National
Dear Editor, In 2013/14 the parliament appropriated $13.8 million for the payment of benefits which will predominantly go towards paying pensions to 1700 aged people and child benefit for 3600 children; $14.6 million towards tourism related activities to keep the economy strong, $12.4 million towards health which includes salaries for doctors, nurses, payments for pharmaceuticals and referrals for Cook Islanders to visit specialists in New Zealand, $14.4 million to educate children in primary and secondary schools and tertiary activities, $4 million to run a police force, $11.6 million for the outer islands, $8 million will go towards capital activities, $5.7 million for servicing existing debt, and so forth.
Rat eradication on Suwarrow looks promising
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in Environment
A rat eradication expedition in mid-2013 was aimed at eradicating the pest from the northern group island of Suwarrow – one of the more important bird islands in the Pacific Ocean.
Wharf cracks to be surveyed next month
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in National
An independent review of the recently discovered cracks in Avatiu wharf is scheduled to begin early next month.
NES asked to explain tree felling
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in Environment
The owners of a beachfront property in Rarotonga are asking for an explanation of why more than 20 trees were cut down on their land without them knowing.
Aitutaki council addresses parties
Saturday 18 January 2014 | Published in Local
Aitutaki’s island council has vowed to address the issue of excessive partying at Tautu public wharf.
Police presence at water consultation
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in Local
Attendees at Wednesday evening’s Te Mato Vai consultation voiced their concerns on the unprecedented infrastructure undertaking, which drew the presence of police after a boisterous protest by one individual.
Dogs damage tourism reputation
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in Local
Rarotonga’s reputation as a world-class holiday destination is being tainted by reports of tourists being attacked by stray dogs, says tourism’s chief executive officer.
Tongan fundraiser brings healing
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in National
A Tongan woman living in the Cook Islands is single-handedly preparing and selling 500 plates of food today to raise money for Cyclone Ian victims in her home village.
What is missing from our economy?
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in National
“How many roads must a man walk down before you can call him a man ...
No immediate plans to charge for water
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in National
The government has no immediate plans to charge households for water once a multi-million dollar water infrastructure project is completed.
Finance concerns heard at TMV consult
Friday 17 January 2014 | Published in National
The ability of the Cook Islands to pay the estimated $64 million price tag for the Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project was at the forefront during Wednesday’s consultation meeting.
Fisheries grants up for grabs
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Cook Islanders who need help growing their fishing businesses and improving their livelihoods are being invited to apply for a small grant.
Reminder to prepare disaster kits
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Cyclone season is now well underway and people are being urged to put together a basic disaster-ready kit.
Cyclone insurance provides resilience
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Cook Islanders will be hoping for a cyclone-free season but if disaster does strike, the country will be in a strong position to deal with any rebuild costs, says the government.
Face painting and feasting at YWAM
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Face painting, cupcakes and ice-cream will be among the goodies on offer at a youth-oriented fundraiser this weekend.
Drowning victim active in church
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Police have released the name of a man who drowned while spear fishing at the weekend.
MMR reviews organisational structure
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
The Cook Islands Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) is partnering with the Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) to review the ministry’s organisational structure.
Bishop back in cabinet fold
Thursday 16 January 2014 | Published in National
Aitutaki Member of Parliament Teina Bishop says he is back in cabinet and taking full responsibility for his education and tourism portfolios.
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