Politics
Governing party proposes bold ‘re-population’ policy
Wednesday 20 July 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands Party believes it has the policies to ensure the ‘re-population’ of the islands, by offering young people special interest rate for their first home loan.
Parties propose policies to ‘repopulate’ Cook Islands
Tuesday 19 July 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands Democratic Party is proposing a massive shakeup to immigration policy, including the establishment of a ‘repopulation department’, while the United Party says its economic policies will encourage more people to stay in the Cook Islands.
‘Last term’ for United Party leader
Monday 18 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
A former key government figure leading a new political party at the upcoming general election will retire if he doesn’t get voted in.
Isamaela gunning for third term
Saturday 16 July 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
A former parliamentarian who lost his seat in the last election is making a comeback with a new party, determined to regain his place in Parliament.
United Party leader wants to cut MPs salaries
Friday 15 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Cook Islands United Party wants to cut all Members of Parliament salaries by 45 per cent and use the $700,000 annual savings for public servants.
Matavera candidate Williams focusses on ‘unfinished jobs’
Wednesday 13 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands Party’s candidate for Matavera Harriet Williams says her parents would be proud of her decision to run in this year’s General Election.
Standing to make a change
Monday 11 July 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
At the age of seven, Piltz Tetevano Napa dreamed of becoming a pilot flying high in the skies.
Parties keep coalition cards close to chest
Saturday 9 July 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
The Democratic Party and Cook Islands Party have started pre-election coalition talks while the newly-formed United Party say they’re not interested.
Aspiring Cook Islands Party candidate to contest election as Independent
Friday 8 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
After tying with Harriet Williams last year to be the Cook Islands Party candidate for Matavera, Taneao Ngamata decided to contest the 2022 General Election as an Independent candidate.
Higher number of female candidates
Thursday 7 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The number of female candidates has more than doubled since 2014 in this year’s General Election and increased by seven candidates since 2018.
Progressive Party candidate wants to change international date line
Wednesday 6 July 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Progressive Party’s lone candidate Te Tuhi Kelly who is running for Nikao-Panama seat wants to change the international date line to be the same as New Zealand.
PM’s Australia tour financed by Aussie taxpayers
Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown’s four day Australia trip was bankrolled by Australia taxpayers.
A calling to represent Nukuroa
Wednesday 15 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
First time candidate Paul Raui Pokoati Allsworth is standing for his home island of Mitiaro, for the United Party in the upcoming General Elections on August 1.
Election date confirmed
Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
The 2022 General Election will be held on August 1, announced the Queen’s Representative (QR) Sir Tom Marsters on Monday.
Newcomer wants to be a voice for Takuvaine
Monday 13 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
Businesswoman Davina Hosking-Ashford is standing for the Democratic Party in this year’s General Election to ensure the needs and concerns of the Takuvaine-Tutakimoa community are heard.
'Clean up campaign'
Saturday 11 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Democratic Party will establish an independent commission against corruption if they get into power, says its leader.
Demo's pledge to eliminate corruption and debt
Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The Democratic Party shared its manifesto on Monday evening at The Rarotongan Resort and Spa with the focus on eliminating corruption and debt while diversifying the country’s economy.
Opposition leader calls for caution ahead of PM's phone call with China's foreign Minister
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
Opposition leader Tina Browne has called for caution ahead of the Prime Minister’s phone call on Saturday with China foreign minister Wang Yi.
Cooks will find ‘ready partners’ in PM Albanese
Monday 23 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands will find ready partners in newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Foreign Minister Penny Wong and their fellow ministers, says the Australian High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Dr Christopher Watkins.
Opposition leader slams govt with ‘zero results’
Wednesday 11 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in National, Politics
The leader of the Opposition says the Government has produced “zero results” when it comes to diversifying the economy, despite the Cook Islands Party making it a main talking point.
