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Busy and productive year: PM Puna
Monday 24 December 2018 | Published in Politics
This year as a country has been a bountiful year and as your Prime Minister I am very pleased looking back on so many things that we have achieved. But most of all, that you have had a year where you have seen growth, whether it be in your business, in life or in your family, and where you have had the time to enjoy this little paradise we all call home.
Drones pose danger around airport area
Monday 24 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Authorities say five drones have been sighted near Rarotonga Airport since the Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) have become popular on the island.
Waste management 14 per cent of landfill waste is disposable nappies
Monday 24 December 2018 | Published in Environment
Discarded disposable diapers (nappies) make up about 14 per cent of the waste at the Arorangi landfill, revealed a survey conducted by Infrastructure Cook Islands.
United they stand
Monday 24 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party (CIP) led government is confident that they will see out their four year term in power despite holding on to a slight majority.
Plan support 'overwhelming'
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Deputy prime minister Mark Brown says consultation meetings have received “overwhelmingly positive” feedback on seabed mineral exploration plans from two of the islands in the northern group.
Christmas shopping excites children
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
The CITC main store was a hive of activity yesterday with animated children squealing with delight as they excitedly moved through the aisles trying to decide on Christmas gifts.
Drink drivers continue to flout law
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Published in Crime
Drunk drivers are continuing to abuse the law on our roads, in spite of continual warnings from police.
Cyclone preparation an individual choice
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Weather
Get yourself prepared to safely survive a cyclone and don’t expect others to do it for you.
Christmas stressful time for some
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Local
Christmas is a time for giving, sharing, joy and peace.
Lots of Christmas fun at the Domes
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The organisers of the Rotaract Christmas in the Domes hailed Wednesday’s event as a major success.
Honorary Doctor of Laws marks PM's achievements
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Published in Politics
Prime minister Henry Puna has been given an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of the South Pacific.
Seabed minerals draft bill released
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Published in Politics
In an effort to promote community engagement with plans to develop the seabed minerals sector, government has released a draft of the new Cook Islands Seabed Minerals (SBM) Bill.
Energy project payments delayed
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Delays by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in making payments to the contractor working on the Cook Islands renewable energy project will not delay the ambitious venture.
Four-way battle for Ivirua
Saturday 22 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Agnes Armstrong, the wife of former Ivirua MP, the late Tony Armstrong, is one of the four candidates contesting the Ivirua by-election on Mangaia next month.
Beaches are 'hot' spots
Friday 21 December 2018 | Published in Crime
Beach areas around Rarotonga are getting hot – and we’re not just talking about the weather.
Road marking gets underway
Friday 21 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The unavailability of the right equipment has caused delays with the road marking project on Rarotonga, and now the ICI road works team is busy making up for lost time.
Tiria over the moon after winning a car
Friday 21 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Mary-Anne Tiria was planning to treat herself to a new motorbike this Christmas.
More to receive Christmas bonus
Friday 21 December 2018 | Published in Economy
The government will pay out the annual Christmas bonus to eligible beneficiaries today.
Prison upgrades 'in due course'
Friday 21 December 2018 | Published in Crime
Many of the recommendations made by the McDermott and Matapo report into the Cook Islands prison service will require investment by government.
Police quiet on road safety plans
Thursday 20 December 2018 | Published in Crime
Police are not revealing whether they intend to mount a major campaign against drink driving and other road safety problems over the Christmas holiday period.
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