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Challenges for fisheries

Saturday 15 June 2013 | Published in Politics

Challenges facing the Cook Islands fishery industry were revealed earlier this week in Parliament.

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Parliament approves Colagate review

Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Politics

Hot debate surrounding a review of the Colagate scandal was seen in parliament on Thursday.

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Parliament adjourned

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.

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Translating political debates

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.

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Duty free allowance to increase

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.

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A servant of my people: DPM

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.

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Budget passed by parliament

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.

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Joint consultation underway

Thursday 13 June 2013 | Published in Politics

Week-long consultations between government and the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC) are underway.

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PM to speak at Pacific Day

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.

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MP repeats Colagate inquiry call

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.

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World trip for Puna

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.

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Best candidates to be submitted

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.

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Maggie ends speculation of rift

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.

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PM confirms by-election candidate

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.

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New deputy clerk settles in

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.

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Speaker celebrates first year

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.

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New industry for revenue growth

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.

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Optimism for captive insurance

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.

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Marsters appointed new QR

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.

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By-election planning begins

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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