Politics
MOIP asleep at the wheel?
Saturday 20 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Dear Editor, I will be one of the many who have been watching the roading debacle in Tupapa and Panama.
NZ welcomes Pacific leaders
Saturday 20 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands joined in the first-ever general debate on Pacific issues in New Zealand’s parliament.
Water tank subsidy forms available
Friday 19 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Application forms for the government water tank subsidy are currently available from the Ministry of Finance, while the government looks to hire a co-ordinator for the project.
Diplomatic bags taken 'seriously'
Wednesday 17 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Convicted drug dealer Scott Arlander told undercover officers he had a friend who had bought cannabis in using a diplomatic bag and would be keen to import ecstasy using the same method.
Parliament not sitting in April
Saturday 13 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Parliament was tentatively scheduled to sit in April, starting Monday, but this is no longer going ahead.
Minister Glassie returning
Saturday 13 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Agriculture Minister Nandi Glassie returns from Samoa on Monday where he is to represent the country’s agricultural interests to the region.
Man accused of playing doctor
Saturday 13 April 2013 | Published in Politics
A local man has been advertising the services of a herbal doctor in elderly homes, and concerns have been raised about his offers of help.
Co-ordinator needed for tank subsidy
Friday 12 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The position of co-ordinator for the government’s water tank project has yet to be advertised, and the Ministry of Finance has been fielding queries from the public about the initiative.
Chinese visit for minerals 'positive'
Thursday 11 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The head of a Chinese deep sea minerals delegation says he is optimistic about future investment in the Cook Islands.
Sign-off needed for subsidy
Tuesday 9 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The government’s $3 million water tank initiative is still awaiting final approval from cabinet.
Mufti days raise $1K for youth
Tuesday 9 April 2013 | Published in Politics
A generous donation collected from Te Aponga Uira staff mufti days was handed over on Friday to a scheme to help youth.
Trust industry in the spotlight
Monday 8 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands’ offshore finance industry is currently in the worldwide spotlight – and the fuss is not likely to die down quickly.
Glassie to agriculture meet
Saturday 6 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Agriculture Minister Nandi Glassie is flying to Samoa on Tuesday to represent the country’s agricultural interests to the region.
Hugely inflated salaries
Friday 5 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Dear Editor, Why is our government allowing Public Service Commissioner to bring in expatriate consultants at hugely inflated salaries in the public service? From what I have seen virtually none, except for a few notable exceptions, bring anything to the table to rate even half their salaries.
Demos decide on policy
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The Democratic Party held its central committee meeting last Tuesday at its party office in Ruatonga and say they are optimistic about the next few months.
New post for island govts
Thursday 4 April 2013 | Published in Politics
The national government has promised to cede some control to island governments with the passing of the Island Government Act earlier this year – and a new job has been created in each outer island as a result.
Water tank subsidy begins
Wednesday 3 April 2013 | Published in Politics
Property owners have begun enquiring about the government’s water tank subsidy, says economic development co-ordinator Dan O’Brien.
WATSAN creates new website
Saturday 30 March 2013 | Published in Politics
Water Waste and Sanitation (WATSAN) has a new website to help people get information about their projects.
Super trawler Cooks-bound?
Wednesday 27 March 2013 | Published in Politics
One of the world’s largest super trawlers is predicted to be moving towards the Cooks from New Zealand but authorities here say it is not licensed to fish.
Pacific in 'energy tug-of-war': PM
Tuesday 26 March 2013 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands is seeking US$41 million from donors to help with the country’s ambitious green energy initiatives.
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