Editorials
LETTERS: Anti-Corruption Committee ‘has been active’
Saturday 30 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, on behalf of the Anti-Corruption Committee (ACC), I wish to offer the following comments regarding matters raised in Mr Scott’s columns last Friday and Saturday, ‘Democracy is under threat’ (22-23 July 2022).
LETTERS: ‘We are here to serve’
Friday 29 July 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, I write with respect to the recent comments about the timing of the launch of the MFEM (Ministry of Finance and Economic Management) Strategic Plan and conducting of Government business by the public sector.
OPINION: What should be our main priority in the next four years and beyond?
Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by Petero Okotai | Published in Editorials, Opinion
"This column is part of a few which I have entitled " Oversimplifications". The reason for this is that almost every subject, and indeed everything that I write, almost always merits something significantly longer, if not a book, to explain the complexity and nuances, analyse the pros, cons, and counter arguments... most of which I have considered, having dwelled on many of these issues for years. However, if I did include all of these thoughts, 1) I'd never finish any of these and; 2) there's not enough room in the paper. So remember, below is an oversimplification of a slightly more complex ideas and thoughts."
LETTERS: 'Where are our dancing teams?'
Thursday 28 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, at the opening of the BTIB Trade Days Expo at the Punanga Nui yesterday (Wednesday 27 July), marking the beginning of what should be Te Maeva Nui and Constitution week, it was disappointing not to see a Cook Islands dance team entertaining the crowds.
LETTERS: Support for cannabis referendum
Tuesday 26 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, in Monday’s edition of the Cook Islands News (18-7-22), Teariki Heather, the leader of the United Party, put out a lot of misleading and misinformed comments regarding the upcoming referendum on medicinal cannabis.
LETTERS: ‘Broken promises and new promises’
Monday 25 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, the PM’s campaign whirlwind trip to Mitiaro on Thursday 21st July was headlined with major issues covering Covid-19, tourism, telecommunications and seabed mining.
OPINION: 'Issues for the 2022 General Election'
Saturday 23 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
I wish to present my thoughts in regards to issues which I feel are important for those courageous people who have decided to be candidates in the coming General Election, writes world renowned artist and cultural icon Mike Tavioni BEM.
OPINION: ‘Democracy is under threat': Part two
Saturday 23 July 2022 | Written by John Scott | Published in Editorials, Opinion
If a Government demonstrates so little respect for its duties under our foundation law, the Constitution, and can get away with it for want of being challenged, do your readers not think for one moment that therein is a temptation in itself to venture into other administrative areas, writes John Scott, former Clerk of Parliament.
Studying the evolution of the red postman
Saturday 23 July 2022 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Six invasive weeds that have serious negative impacts on agriculture and/or natural forest habitats in the Cook Islands have been identified as priority targets for biocontrol.
OPINION: ‘Democracy is under threat’
Friday 22 July 2022 | Written by John Scott | Published in Editorials, Opinion
In this two part column, I would like to put these questions to Government and request an immediate response, writes John Scott, former Clerk of Parliament.
Hard work is key to success
Monday 18 July 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
A strong work ethic involves upholding the values and goals of the company by performing your job to the best of your ability.
LETTERS: Air NZ pricing ‘atrocious’
Wednesday 6 July 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Dear Editor, the airfares currently being charged by Air New Zealand in early January are atrocious for the distance travelled and Air NZ must be taken to task. Perhaps via the NZ government.
OPINION: Parliament representation should be based on population size
Monday 4 July 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Remove the party politics that limits people to do what the party wants. If everyone stood as an independent representing their people, then as a group they can vote for a leader, similar to the papal voting in Rome to decide the next pope, writes Ruta Mave.
OPINION: Barriers to tourism
Saturday 2 July 2022 | Written by Dr. John Dunn | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Having wrecked cars on your land should be illegal. They need collecting, crushing and shipping off as scrap. Containers should be moved or perhaps decorated in structured school art projects. I would sponsor that, writes Dr John Dunn.
OPINION: Dealing phobias
Monday 20 June 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Voting is a safe space to have a public voice, you get to choose who you want to lead us out of the deep water we are in, just beware of the sharks, writes Ruta Mave.
OPINION: Time to work together for the betterment of our nation
Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
It has been a very busy time since my last column, with a lot going on, so for this week I thought I would try and fill you in on some of the highlights, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
OPINION: China is filling the void New Zealand is leaving in Pacific
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
An article in the Cook Islands News caught my attention back in March.
OPINION: Making the right calls at the right time
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
It takes time, but you can be assured that Government has been and continues to work towards providing a solid foundation for economic diversification, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Cook Islands to expand co-operation with French Polynesia
Tuesday 17 May 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Editorials, Opinion
There are many different ways and many different areas in which the Cook Islands and French Polynesia can support each other in the post Covid-19 economic recovery, and last week’s visit was about capturing the opportunities that are now available to us, writes Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Giving people the freedom to choose who they love
Monday 16 May 2022 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Many Pacific island countries recognise and accept transgender but not homosexuality and although there is a law against homosexuality it is not often enforced. But it can be, writes Ruta Mave.
