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Parliament main focus
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
With the opening parliament sitting of the year kicking off last week, things are expected to get intense with debates centered on key issues of na-tional interest this week.
Society has lost one of famous sons
Monday 13 June 2016 | Published in Local
The COOK Islands Aotearoa Society lost one of its staunchest supporters and most famous sons when Rio Rangatira Eruera Te Whiti Orongomai (Ted) Nia – died suddenly in the early hours of Thursday morning.
Islands expect 26 cruise ship visits this year
Monday 13 June 2016 | Published in Local
RAROTONGA and Aitutaki are expected to receive visits from 26 cruise ships this year – and Cook Islands Ports Authority harbour master Saungaki Rasmussen is hoping a higher proportion than last year will be able to actually disembark passengers.
Investments will improve lives of Pa Enua residents
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The COOK Islands government had promised some new investments to improve the lives of Cook Islanders on the outer islands.
Debt sustainable, says Brown
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Minister of Finance Mark Brown has hit back at critics who condemned government’s borrowing habits, saying the government’s debt level is sustainable.
'Youth mixer' brings young people together
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
THE COOK ISLANDS National Youth Council (CINYC) held their first event for the year on June 4.
New badges show students' love for books
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
ELEVEN Apii Te Uki Ou students were honoured to receive their librarian badges last week after voluntarily dedicating their services to the school library.
Breakfast hints at palatable budget
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
THE projected budget for 2016-17 financial year may be well received by the business community on Rarotonga.
Police policy clear on drink-driving
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
COOK ISLANDS Police Commissioner Maara Tetava has moved to clarify police treatment of motorists found driving under the influence of alcohol.
Agreement good news for e-waste disposal
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
TU’ANGA Taporoporo, the National Environment Service (NES), Recycling Cook Islands and the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme (SPREP) have signed a letter of agreement for the recycling and disposal of e-waste from domestic households on Rarotonga.
Partnership approach to saving birds
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
AS A part of Environment Week, Te Ipukarea explains a little about an organisation which does much to benefit our environment, not only in the Cook Islands, but throughout the world.
Blessing of seat marks important day for tribe
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
A LARGE number of members of the Ngati Karika tribe of the Te-Au-O-Tonga Vaka turned out to witness the blessing of the tribe’s traditional seat (Atamira) at Atupa yesterday.
Time to get out the winter woollies
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Published in Local
IT’S TIME for Rarotonga residents to pull out their warm clothing, says Cook Islands Meteorological Service director Arona Ngari.
Budget 'good news,' says Brown
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
MINISTER of Finance Mark Brown called the 2016-17 budget “the good news budget” in his speech at Parliament yesterday.
Up to all to save planet
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Local
MAKING any conservation initiative effective will require the participation and cooperation of the entire Cook Islands community.
New store specialises in electronics
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Local
CIPS Electronics, an exclusive stockist of Jaycar Electronics products, officially opened its new shop at the former T-Shirt Factory premises in Ruatonga, Avarua on Wednesday.
Pae Tokerau set up to deal with disaster
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Outer Islands
AS CLIMATE reports predict more cyclone activities for the Pacific region, Cook Islands Red Cross has made the most of a recent trip to the northern group to ensure communities are prepared for times of disaster.
Free spinal checks this month
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Local
A GROUP of chiropractor students and mentors from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic will arrive here on June 20 to provide free spinal health checks.
Pharmacist situation no problem, says Iro
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Health
HEALTH Ministry secretary Elizabeth Iro has moved to dispel rumours that there is a shortage of qualified pharmacists at the island’s hospital.
BCI shares birthday love!
Friday 10 June 2016 | Published in Local
BIRTHDAY celebrations this month are extra special for Bank of the Cook Islands customers as the local bank commemorates 15 years of business and building relationships.
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