National
First woman to head foreign affairs
Saturday 22 June 2013 | Published in Politics
The new secretary of foreign affairs and immigration is grateful for her promotion, and proud to be the first woman to head the ministry.
New funding for vaka care
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
Despite a 2013-14 budget cut, vaka maintenance will increase through funding for minor public works upgrades.
New HOMs announced
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Myra Patai has been appointed to head the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration after working at the ministry for almost 20 years.
Complaint received over stench
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
An official complaint from a visitor to the Cook Islands has been received by tourism officials regarding a foul stench in the Muri area.
Turepu denies rumour
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Matavera MP Kiriau Turepu says he has not been shoulder-tapped to become a cabinet minister, but says he wouldn’t say no if asked.
Infrastructure projects to roll out
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
The 2013-14 budget provides cash flow for projects that have been waiting for funding and deployment such as Te Mato Vai, says minister Teariki Heather.
MPs discuss water project
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Politics
A government meeting crossing party lines was held on Wednesday at infrastructure minister Teariki Heather’s office to brief members of parliament on the multi-million dollar Te Mato Vai project.
Tonga campaigns for Kiwis
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
An intensive new visitor marketing campaign by the Kingdom of Tonga in which it claims to be the ‘true South Pacific’ is not a worry for the Cooks, says Tourism Corporation chief executive, Halatoa Fua.
Record fish prices for some
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
The secretary of marine resources said reports of record-high global fish prices aren’t being reflected in Cook Islands fishery prices.
Regional talks on minerals issues
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Economy
A Vanuatu minister has called for wide consultation before any further activities to do with seabed mineral exploration can occur in Vanuatu.
Shift for public holiday
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Culture
The second annual Ui Ariki Day will be held on Friday July 5.
Parvo vaccine programme planned
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Environment
South Pacific Animal Welfare, in association with the CISPCA is pleased to announce an island-wide parvo vaccine programme for Rarotonga.
Schools of fish for Lagoon Day
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Environment
Three hundred fish-shaped creations have been pledged for Lagoon Day, with organisers aiming for 6000 fish.
Weather man off to TVNZ
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
The face of CITV weather is heading to New Zealand to learn more about his trade and sharpen his leadership skills.
Toilet paper on lock-down
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
Toilet paper thieves have caused the public toilets at Punanga Nui market to be locked at night.
Master plan for new water system
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
The $60 million Te Mato Vai project was approved last year, but many of the details – including how much households will eventually pay for water – are still unclear.
Women's group attends US event
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
The president of the Pan Pacific South East Asia Women’s Association (PPSEAWA) International was pleased to meet Prime Minister Henry Puna at this week’s Pacific Day held in Washington DC.
Govt enemy No.1 now BTIB chair
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
In this column we are going to do some gossiping, not psst, psst type of gossiping but loud and upfront.
Tertiary committee launched
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
The inaugural meeting of the Tertiary Education Committee was held on Wednesday at the Ministry of Education.
Fundraiser for house fire victim
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Local
A fundraiser will be held today to help the victims of a house fire earlier this year.
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