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Grants for social support schemes
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
ADB and Japan extend funds to vulnerable Pacific groups The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Government of Japan are extending grants totalling $3 million for a cash-for-work scheme and other pilot social support programmes for vulnerable groups in the Cook Islands, Marshall Islands, and Tonga. The Social Protection of the Vulnerable in the Pacific […]
Celebrate the right to know
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
September 28 will mark the eighth International Right to Know Day, a day that was established by access to information advocates from around the globe. It was first celebrated on September 28, 2003, and its aim is to raise awareness of every individual’s right of access to government-held information, the right to know how elected […]
GPC expects good crowd
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
The second people’s forum for change is being held tonight at the Pukapuka hostel from 7pm. The Group for Political Change (GPC) have said that the meeting will be going ahead even in the face of the current fuel shortage. “We are confident that we will have a good crowd, and we have already invited […]
Peace talk
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
To celebrate International Peace Day, which falls on September 21 – next Tuesday – peace ambassadors from schools around the island have summarised their thoughts on what peace means to them and how best to encourage people to act peacefully. Peace ambassadors are chosen on the basis of their capacity to promote peace at school. […]
Driver refutes payment claim
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
A tourist recently wrote to Cook Islands News, alleging that a Safari Tours driver took advantage of her when he offered her a lift. She said he failed to mention anything about a fee, and then asked her for $4 when he dropped her off. The driver in question, Apii Mamanu, has been working for […]
Consider wind behaviour if buying windmill
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
David Norgren of Rarotonga Printing Ltd is finding that without strong, consistent wind, a windmill can be a rather expensive and unprofitable investment. He purchased a windmill for $10,000, which he called “very high-tech” and “not suitable at all”. It ran on battery power to keep its propellers going, and couldn’t re-start itself. He’s got […]
Distribution of sports funds queried
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
In the past two years, money given to Cook Islands Sports National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) to distribute to sports codes has not been sent out in the way government instructed. The government gave CISNOC $160,000 in 2008-09 and $60,000 in 2009-10 to distribute to sports codes who have applied for it through the All Sports […]
Arnold concerned at leadership
Wednesday 15 September 2010 | Published in National
Tupapa-Maraerenga candidate causes stir with ‘entitlement’ comments Independent candidate for Tupapa-Maraerenga Tim Arnold has caused a stir with his reference to the concept of ‘entitlement’ in parliament. Yesterday, Arnold responded to concern from a member of the Henry family saying his comment did not include Hugh Henry who he says was disengaged from politics by […]
It's 'a large legal problem': Arnold
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in National
Lawyer hopes to be given the chance to upgrade Constitution Independent candidate for Tupapa-Maraerenga, Tim Arnold says he’s hoping to be elected to help tackle the issue of upgrading the Constitution. “In 1965 we got a shiny new Constitution. We’ve made a few changes along the way but the fact is that the Constitution is […]
Health changes
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
The quality manager for the Ministry of Health is getting managers to commit to making improvements by getting them to her Quality Assurance workshop. “We are trying to change people’s attitudes,” Elizabeth Iro said. “We understand it is about small steps, but the ultimate goal is to have a quality culture in the Ministry of […]
Ship, petrol due today
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
Already a week behind schedule, the Southern Express is now due to berth at Avatiu Harbour this morning. The heavily laden cargo ship’s arrival has been keenly awaited since petrol supplies on the island ran out last week. Shipping agent Express Cook Islands Line was scheduled to arrive Sunday morning before bad weather at sea […]
Arnold talks political upgrade
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in Local
Tupapa independent candidate says this issue will dominate election Tupapa-Maraerenga Independent candidate Tim Arnold says political upgrade is the largest issue that dominates this year’s election, and he’s inviting people to hear his views on the issue. “For me, the single largest issue that dominates this election is political upgrade. And I use the term […]
$1000 worth of food stolen
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in National
Two residents of Vaimaanga had up to $1000 in foodstuffs stolen from their refrigerator and freezer at the weekend. Police are investigating the incident. All up five people reported at the weekend that they had been the target of thieves. A Tupapa resident said that a Nokia mobile phone had been stolen from his home […]
Maoate's Aitutaki visions
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in National
Sitting and talking to Terepai Maoate Jnr on Aitutaki he shares some of the visions he has for the island. An island that is still recovering after being battered by Cyclone Pat in February. Ironically he says one positive coming from the devastating cyclone is that it has provided some much needed employment. Almost 50 […]
Aitutaki rebuild making progress
Tuesday 14 September 2010 | Published in National
The rebuilding on Aitutaki continues, with the repairs on 11 houses in category three now completed. The new project manager for phase two of the Aitutaki housing reconstruction project, Taukea Raui, arrived in Aitutaki on August 29. The Project Management Team met with the Island Council on Thursday, September 2. The aim was to let […]
Hash K9 9K run today
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in National
Today’s Hash House Harriers run number 1550 will be held in conjunction with the Esther Honey Foundation K9 9K fun run/walk for both pet owners and their dogs. Hence we ask all hashers to please turn up to support this wonderful cause. Please bring along your pets for a walk (on a leash or in […]
Top 10 ball tips
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in National
Beautiful gowns, extravagant makeup and handsome men in tuxedos, its almost time! The big night is almost here so make sure you have everything ready a couple days before the actual Ball night. For year 13 students this will be the last ball they will have as high schoolers, so here are 10 tips for […]
Dress code
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in National
Young ladies – Are expected to wear evening formal wear – Dresses are to be a modest length with less rather than more upper leg showing – No plunging necklines, bare midriffs or below the waist backs – NO transparent material Young men – Are expected to wear a Tuxedo or dress suit and tie/bow […]
Ball awards
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in National
Make sure you dress to impress as there will be awards for the King of the Ball, Queen of the Ball, Prince and Princess, best male and female dancers, Cutest couple, best dressed male and female, biggest flirt male and female. Make your presence known to the judges who will be wearing ei’s on the […]
The Last Waltz looms
Monday 13 September 2010 | Published in National
Only three days left! The night of the Tereora College ball ‘The Last Waltz’ is just around the corner people, so I hope you are all ready. If you don’t already know (you’d have to be living under a rock to not know) the ball will be at the Princess Anne Hall on Thursday from […]
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