Letters to the Editor
Two shipping companies bidding for Reef
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Two international shipping companies are bidding to buy Reef Shipping, which went into receivership due to financial difficulties on November 26. Transport minister Tom Marsters says he has been updated on the latest events related to the liquidation of Reef.
Kids capture Christmas spirit
Thursday 20 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Getting 40 children into the Christmas spirit was the highlight of a free community event nicknamed ‘Christmas in the Courtyard’ on Tuesday for the Eye Place’s Annie Mason. Held at Cooks Corner in Avarua, the event saw children aged between three and 11 have their photo taken with Santa, get their faces painted and tuck into a sausage sizzle.
Learn lessons from Cyclone Evan
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Not in any way trying to criticise the failings of Samoa’s experience after Cyclone Evan, but this government should learn from the lessons learnt in that country by making certain that we are as prepared as much as possible for a big one.
Sad to hear of CISA getting the chop
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I was sad to read in the paper this morning that the CISA programme has been axed by the Ministry of Education.
Stone thrower still at large
Wednesday 19 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I write to express my concern about the lack of mental health services here in the Cook Islands.
Xmas callout
Tuesday 18 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
The search for the best-decorated Christmas window for Avarua businesses has been extended to Thursday. The CITC-sponsored competition will close on Thursday evening, the same night people will be out and about for late night shopping.
Fishing boats to be monitored
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
A new initiative to monitor illegal fishing practices was announced at a recent regional fishing meeting in the Philippines. All vessels passing through exclusive economic zones of Western and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission [WCPFC] member countries – including the Cooks – from high sea areas will soon have to switch on vessel monitoring systems (VMS).
Omissions of rules a serious breach
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I do not want this letter to be interpreted as an attack on the Government nor on the Minister but rather to highlight how easy it is to drift into complacency and why MPs generally need to make an effort to be better informed so they can perform their role more effectively.
Plan query
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I got a message from a friend in NZ recently that read:
Sokattak wins knockout shootout
Monday 17 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
In the premier men’s knockout finals on Saturday Nikao Sokattak defeated Tupapa Maraerenga in a penalty shootout three goals to two after the score was locked at one all at full time. The match lived up to the predicted excitement and thrills right from the start until the final whistle.
MP Napa defends dismissed HoM
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I feel compelled to speak out about the very public dismissal of Donye Numa, Secretary of MOIP.
Captain and harbour master disagree
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dea Editor, As captain of the Maungaroa II I am asking the harbour master to explain the reported remarks he made to CINews.
Join the refs
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I would like to respond to the so-called Takuvaine Soccer Official for his letter regarding this particular Ref John Pareanga.
Sign barely visible
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Just a slight correction (if not crucial) to the comments made by Senior Sergeant Cymon Kaivananga in Tuesday’s CINews.
Congratulations
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Congratulations to the government on their announcement for a shark sanctuary in Cook Islands waters (BBC News).
The real misery in this society...
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, The real misery in this society is when hard working productive citizens like John Scott and his family get hostile letters in this newspaper for asking properly posed questions that need to be asked about monopolies and predatory pricing and its effect on local production.
Refereeing criticised
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I am writing this letter to express my views and disappointment at the way the referees officiated in the match between Nikao Sokattack and Takuvaine on Friday December 7.
Time for action
Thursday 13 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, It is terrible news that two more people have drowned at Avaavaroa.
Unlawful suspension a shambles
Wednesday 12 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, The suspension of the Head of Ministry of MOIP is a real mystery.
'Brown tax' query
Wednesday 12 December 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Prices rise but pay packets stay the same, said Titikaveka MP Selina Napa during parliamentary question time onMonday. She asked finance minister Mark Brown when he will review the ‘Brown tax’.
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