Politics
Captain Tama on course for another term
Monday 18 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Democratic Party candidate Tamaiva “Captain Tama” Tuavera has retained the Ngatangiia seat he won off the Cook Islands Party in 2014, pulling in 254 votes to his opponent Tukaka Ama’s 211.
Questions over who will lead nation
Monday 18 June 2018 | Published in Politics
The 2018 General Election is not over yet, with negotiations between independents and both major parties beginning yesterday.
By the numbers: How constituencies voted
Monday 18 June 2018 | Published in Politics
The 2018 general election has come and gone and preliminary results have given the Democratic Party (Demos) 11 seats in parliament. The Cook Islands Party gained 10 seats. One Cook Islands (OCI) won one seat and two independents also gained seats in parliament. CINews analyses the results from each constituency, and looks at results that may change after special and postal votes have been accounted for.
Low number of voters sets a new record
Monday 18 June 2018 | Published in Politics
While there are still a number of special and postal votes that have yet to be counted, this year’s general election looks set to make history with the lowest voter turnout the Cook Islands has yet seen, going right back to the very first election in 1965.
CIP still hopeful despite odds
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party (CIP) remains hopeful of some good news when the final counting of votes from the general election is finalised later this month.
Poll: Cook Islanders still say 'yes' to reform
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Cook Islanders have sent a strong message to the next government, with 63 per cent of the country calling for reform in CINews’ 2018 election poll.
'Nervous' voter has her say...
Friday 15 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
A first-time voter in the 2018 general elections said she faced a mammoth task in making what she considered the right choice heading to the polls yesterday.
Honesty the best policy, says veteran MP
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Whichever party has won the general election, veteran Democratic Party politician Ngamau Munokoa hopes they will govern with honesty and ensure everyone works together for the good of the people of the Cook Islands.
Baker ousts DPM
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
A delighted Nooroa Baker couldn’t contain his delight and excitement after defeating deputy prime minister Teariki in provisional results for yesterday’s election.
CIP decision blamed for Matenga's Titikaveka loss
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Unsuccessful Titikaveka candidate Margharet Matenga is “saddened” that the Titikaveka Cook Islands Party committee’s decision not to confirm her as the CIP candidate probably cost her the election.
Minorities hold the key
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Independents will decide final outcome of general election.
Demo spokesman loses out
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Another surprise loser in yesterday’s general election was Murienua MP and Democratic Party economic spokesman, James Beer.
Mother, daughter make a clean sweep
Friday 15 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Mother and daughter, Rose and Tehani Brown, made a clean sweep in Atiu winning the Teenui-Mapumai and Tengatangi-Areora-Ngatiarua seats, respectively, in yesterday’s general elections.
By George, he's done it again!
Friday 15 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Tupapa Maraerenga MP George Maggie has won what may be one of the most telling victories of the election, but when CINews tracks him down on election night he’s just enjoying a quiet moment alone, sitting astride his bike outside his house in Tupapa.
2018 General Election Live Blog
Thursday 14 June 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Politics
Join Cook Islands News as we provide exclusive coverage and updates on the latest results from the 2018 General Election.
OCI yet to decide position on domestic water charges
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Published in Politics
In the lead up to the June 14 election, CI News is asking the main political parties to comment on issues of interest to the public. Today’s question: Would your party charge the general public for reticulated water on Rarotonga? If so, how much?
Poll reveals voter uncertainty
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Published in Politics
While yesterday’s poll results trumpeted Tina Browne as the country’s preferred prime minister, perhaps a more interesting takeaway is the fact that more than a quarter of respondents were “not sure” about who they thought should lead the country.
Close call on general election
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Published in Politics
The 2018 CINews election poll has placed the Democratic Party one seat ahead of the Cook Islands Party (CIP) heading in to tomorrow’s election.
Leaders upbeat about chances
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The leaders of the Cook Islands Party (CIP) and Democratic Party are both optimistic of their chances heading into tomorrow’s general elections.
Candidate airs views on medicinal cannabis issue
Tuesday 12 June 2018 | Published in Politics
Tupapa Maraerenga independent candidate Teresa Manarangi Trott says the Cook Islands has always followed New Zealand medical programmes.