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Health Minister tested for Aids
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
Health Minister Nandi Glassie is encouraging the community at large, and especially his political colleagues, to have an Aids and HIV test. Two weeks ago, Glassie and his chief executive Man Unuia voluntarily went to the Rarotonga hospital to be tested for Aids and HIV. Glassie told Cook Islands News that after it was confirmed […]
BTIB accepts audit report
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
Although cabinet approval had been given in May for the $550,000 business support scheme under the economic stimulus package, it was six months before soft loans could be accessed. Responding to the Audit report, BTIB chief executive Terry Rangi said the criteria included in the May cabinet submission could not have been final because BTIB […]
5 new audits to be tabled
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
Five special Audit investigations have been completed and will be tabled at the next sitting of parliament expected to be in April. The long-awaited investigation into the Northern Cook Islands Fishing Company Ltd has been completed. But CINews has been told there are concerns in government circles that not all the individuals involved in the […]
Business didn't qualify but got soft loan
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
An Audit report states the Business Trade Investment Board was at fault when it approved a $30,000 business support loan (BSL) to Rarotonga-based company DJ Agencies Ltd. The BSL was part of a $3 million economic stimulus package initiated by the former government during the global recession. An allocation of $550,000 was approved by the […]
Westpac supports 100th women's day
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
Westpac is showing its support for International Women’s Day, which celebrates its 100th anniversary next Tuesday, by selling purple ribbons at its Avarua branch. All proceeds from the sale of the $2 ribbons will be donated to the Cook Islands National Council for Women. “At Westpac, we understand that not all women enjoy equal rights, […]
Cocktails for Christchurch
Thursday 3 March 2011 | Published in National
Support is growing throughout Rarotonga for tomorrow’s red and black fundraiser for the Christchurch earthquake appeal. The Avatiu/Nikao Mongoose Golden Oldies rugby club, Rotary Club of Rarotonga, Cook Islands Red Cross Society, Rotaract, CITC, 88FM, Cook Islands News, and Cook Islands Tourism are all involved in the event. Avatea School is holding a “kia orana […]
Will he stay, or will he go?
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in Local
Will Atiu MP Norman George resign from the Cook Islands Party or continue to be a high vocal and critical member of the governing political party? This is the question that George intends to present to his Teenui/Mapumai supporters when he meets with them this week. George says he’s scheduled to leave for Atiu today. […]
Broadband correction
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
Broadband users may have thought Telecom Cook Islands was offering much cheaper excess rates when yesterday’s CINews stated gigabytes instead of megabytes. However, the standard $59 a month package with 1.5GB data – has excess at 18% cheaper at nine cents for each excess megabyte (not gigabyte). A new introductory $29 monthly plan offers 0.75GB […]
Remuneration Tribunal may be back
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in Local
There’s a distinct possibility that the Remuneration Tribunal will be revived, says Finance minister Mark Brown. With the current minimum wage review underway, Brown says the Public Service Commission will be asked to undertake a further review of salary banding for all public servants. He says this is overdue. “It may be appropriate to revive […]
Chinese funded vehicle goes back to owner
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
After numerous demands by the Audit office and the Cook Islands Investment Corporation, a $37,990 jeep once used by former CEO John Tini has gone back to its owner. The silver coloured late model Suzuki Vitara was purchased in September 2008 by Chinese Civil Engineering and Construction Company (CCECC) which was contracted by government to […]
Manihikian pride in their PM
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna surrounded by friends and family from the Manihiki community who came together to celebrate in his honour in Auckland last weekend. PM’s report on his first official overseas trip – tomorrow’s CINews. 11030123
Opposition name shadow cabinet
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in Local
The Opposition Democratic Party has appointed its shadow cabinet, headed by leader Robert Wigmore who will be agriculture and tourism spokesman. Penrhyn MP Wilkie Rasmussen will focus on issues involving foreign affairs, finance, marine, justice and the public service commission. The only woman in parliament, Ngamau Munokoa, is party spokesman for internal affairs and social […]
Fishing fees for nation's coffers – not middlemen
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in Local
The Ministry of Marine Resources is said to be close to changing the rules on how commercial fishing licences can be sold so monetary benefits will go entirely to public coffers, rather than to middlemen. Amongst five new Audit Office reports to be tabled in parliament in April is a review of the deal entered […]
Ata wai walo, Pukapuka
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
As I sit in a small, open boat ferrying me across the wide, blue lagoon of Pukapuka to the rough airstrip, many thoughts cross my relaxed mind, like lazy, drifting clouds. My short but amazing visit to “Wale-land” (said “Wah-ley”) has come to an end. After crossing the lagoon from the main village of Ngake, […]
Outer islanders think of threats
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
Coastal erosion, loss of marine life, and dwindling economies are potential threats to outer islands from climate change. Adaption to changing weather patterns throughout the Cook Islands is being discussed during a week-long workshop in Rarotonga – comprising up to 100 representatives from local and international governments, organisations, and community groups. During a workshop session […]
Tourism awards on again
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
The 2011 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards are now open for entries. Yesterday marked the launch of this year’s Cook Islands Tourism Awards, a biennial event that debuted in 2009. Winners will be officially announced at a gala dinner on November 11. Part of the Tourism Awards Committee, of which Chris McGeown is […]
Supermarket's new mural
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
CITC Supermarket’s new photo mural attracted hundreds to the store on Saturday, and food general manager Dan O’Brien (above right) is thrilled with the public’s response to the artwork launch. “It went extremely well. It was certainly a lot busier than we normally are on a Saturday.” More than $1000 was raised for the Christchurch […]
Police monitoring effects
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
Cook Islands police are continuing to monitor Christchurch residents of Cook Islands nationality through a Police Emergency Operations Centre in Rarotonga. The PEOC was activated following the recent Christchurch earthquake, and is being staffed by about eight officers on a shift rotation. Acting Inspector Vasie Poila says the PEOC is now operating during daytime hours, […]
Message with mistakes
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
Monday’s formal DPM Office notice issued via email Monday advising of the two-minute silence in memory of those who lost their lives in the Christchurch earthquake got a bit of flak from some readers. One Aitutaki reader stated if the letter was from DPM Tom Marsters “then it is pretty sad”. “Not only is there […]
Kiwis still collecting
Wednesday 2 March 2011 | Published in National
Aotearoa Society members are pleased with the response to their appeal for Christchurch earthquake victims, which is running until midday Saturday. Member Jo Bevin says donations to the seven-day appeal – which began on Saturday February 26 – can continue to be made at collection boxes in Cafe Salsa, CITC Foodland, Bond Liquor Store, and […]
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