Politics
Policy change excites meeting
Monday 12 March 2018 | Published in Politics
New Zealand Labour Party MP Carmel Sepuloni posted this photo of members of the visiting New Zealand delegation and Cook Islands cabinet ministers on Facebook, shortly after it was announced to the Cook Islands government that the superannuation portability legislation would be changed under the New Zealand Labour government.
Call for competition rules
Monday 12 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The planned multi-million dollar fibre optic undersea cable will not guarantee lower prices for Cook Islands consumers, say members of the Opposition.
Ardern wraps up Pacific mission
Monday 12 March 2018 | Published in Politics
New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern and her cross-party delegation spent part of their final day on Rarotonga on Thursday enjoying a tour of the lagoon near Muri Beach.
Connections made at 'political speed dating'
Friday 9 March 2018 | Published in Politics
It had been described as something akin to ‘political speed dating’ but despite some of the high-profile personalities involved there was even less pressure than that at a mini-expo held for members of the visiting New Zealand delegation yesterday morning.
Ardern attends leadership lunch
Friday 9 March 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Politics
At her final event on her Pacific Mission trip, New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was a key speaker at a special event held on the lawn at parliament to commemorate International Women’s Day.
Compliments flow at VIP dinner
Friday 9 March 2018 | Published in Politics
The leaders of the Cook Islands and New Zealand spoke glowingly about the relationship between the two countries at dinner hosted by the Cook Islands government on Wednesday night.
Graduation main issue: Ardern
Friday 9 March 2018 | Published in Politics
The possible graduation of the Cook Islands to developed status is a much more pressing issue than any possible bid for the country to join the United Nations, says New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern.
Opposition raises four key concerns
Friday 9 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Political reform and law and order were among the four key points raised by the Opposition with New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern and her deputy Winston Peters yesterday.
Another big day for NZ delegation
Thursday 8 March 2018 | Published in Politics
The final day on Rarotonga for New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern will see her visit Tereora College, meet with officials at the office of the Opposition, and take part in a panel discussion facilitated by parliament Speaker Niki Rattle.
Visitors tour ancient marae
Thursday 8 March 2018 | Published in Politics
Some members of the delegation accompanying New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern on her first visit to the Cook Islands were treated to a spirited turou (welcome) at Highland Paradise yesterday.
PM 'blown away' by warm welcome
Thursday 8 March 2018 | Published in Politics
New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern told the House of Ariki yesterday she was “blown away” by the warmth and hospitality shown by the Cook Islands on her first visit to the country.
Good news on pension scheme
Thursday 8 March 2018 | Published in Politics
Changes to the pension portability scheme, which will make it easier for qualifying Cook Islands to claim New Zealand superannuation, were announced by New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern yesterday.
Nothing will change, says new NZ PM
Thursday 8 March 2018 | Published in Politics
New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern has assured the Cook Islands that if it achieves developed nation status, the current relationship between the two countries will remain unchanged.
Puna Ruaau set for election
Wednesday 7 March 2018 | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party Ruaau Puna is ready for Election 2018.
Pension rule on today's meeting agenda
Wednesday 7 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Discussion on the New Zealand pension rules are expected to take place between the Cook Islands government and New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern today.
New Zealand leader in for busy day on Rarotonga
Wednesday 7 March 2018 | Published in Politics
Last night New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern and her delegation touched down in Rarotonga as part of the “Pacific Reset” Mission.
Culture on display at state dinner
Tuesday 6 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Ministry of Cultural Development is putting the finishing touches on the venue in preparation for tomorrow’s state dinner.
Ministers home to welcome Pacific Mission
Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
All cabinet ministers will remain in Rarotonga for the Pacific Mission visit this week.
Political speed dating
Monday 5 March 2018 | Published in Politics
Cook Islands Members of Parliament, civil servants and Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) staff will have a chance to meet some of their New Zealand counterparts at a special function being held in Tupapa when New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern leads a delegation to Rarotonga this week.
By-elections confirmed
Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Island council by-elections for vacant seats in the district of Ngatiarua in Atiu and in Mauke will be held on April 3.