Saturday 15 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Challenges facing the Cook Islands fishery industry were revealed earlier this week in Parliament.
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Hot debate surrounding a review of the Colagate scandal was seen in parliament on Thursday.
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Wednesday evening’s passing of a sweeping health bill saw the conclusion of the 10th meeting of the 47th session of the Cook Islands parliament.
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Whether you speak Maori or English, the quick thinking of the Cook Islands parliament’s translators allow the nation to listen in on the House’s lively debates.
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Politics
All arrivals to the Cook Islands will be allowed to bring in $750 worth of personal items duty free beginning January 1 next year.
Thursday 13 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Deputy Prime Minister and Murienua MP Tom Marsters delivered his farewell speech to parliament on Tuesday evening, as he prepares to step down and take on the role of Queen’s Representative.
Thursday 13 June 2013 | Published in Politics
The 2013-14 Budget Bill was passed Tuesday evening, bringing the $195.5 million budget one step closer to becoming law.
Thursday 13 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Week-long consultations between government and the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) are underway.
Thursday 13 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna is expected to depart for the United States today, where he is scheduled to deliver a keynote address for Pacific Day 2013.
Wednesday 12 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Highly vocal Atiu member of parliament Norman George used yesterdays parliamentary budget discussions to vent about the government’s handling of the Colagate scandal.
Wednesday 12 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna begins a two-week international trip tomorrow, with stops in the United States, France, and Belgium.
Wednesday 12 June 2013 | Published in Politics
A report with recommendations on the best candidates to fill four head of ministry roles will be tabled in cabinet in the coming weeks.
Tuesday 11 June 2013 | Published in Politics
MP George Maggie used the floor of parliament on Friday to retract his earlier statements and address speculation he may be looking to switch political allegiances.
Tuesday 11 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Prime Minister Henry Puna confirmed Kaota Tuariki on Monday as the Cook Islands Party candidate for the upcoming Murienua by-election.
Tuesday 11 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Experienced civil servant Helen Maunga has been getting her first taste of parliamentary debate as members have been gathering since June 4 to deliberate current orders of business, including the 2013-14 budget bill.
Monday 10 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Members of parliament paid tribute to the honourable Niki Rattle yesterday, who celebrated her one year anniversary as house speaker.
Friday 7 June 2013 | Published in Politics
The government has high hopes for a new type of insurance business being created as a result of a bill passed Wednesday night in parliament.
Friday 7 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Cook Islands finance officials are optimistic the recently-passed Captive Insurance Bill will help the local financial services industry expand.
Thursday 6 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Deputy Prime Minister Tom Marsters was appointed as the new Queen’s Representative on Wednesday after consideration by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Thursday 6 June 2013 | Published in Politics
Murienua MP and Deputy Prime Minister Tom Marsters’ announcement as the new Queen’s Representative yesterday has raised the issue of the resulting by-election when he vacates his parliamentary seat.
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