Letters to the Editor
Do something for our rugby
Thursday 1 July 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor Last Saturday, while I was watching the Tupapa vs Avatiu rugby union game, I was told that Tupapa could only field two teams because of the shortages of players. But in the end the coach managed to select a team from the reserve and the under 19 players to make up the A […]
Full investigation needed
Thursday 1 July 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Re: Allsworth v Ivaiti, It may well be a “cheap parting shot” but we don’t know that. A full, independent and transparent investigation needs to take place. You see, five years ago, a high flying lawyer/politician also said words to the same effect. The likes of Allsworth, Ivaiti, Tetava, Franklin and Elikana paid […]
Don't get lost in debt
Thursday 1 July 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor The time is now for bringing the Cook Islands out of debt. A lot of tourists were asking me, “Do you think that the Sheraton will ever be built and finished?” and as always my answer is “yes”. They ask when, and I say to them when I run for parliament. “How is […]
Is this a repeat of 2004?
Wednesday 30 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, A government that cannot recognise and understand democracy and the rights of the people is a country with no status. Mr Editor, I’ve been following the various news articles on the happenings and the fighting among the two political parties, and the injustice that has been accorded to the poor people who put […]
Good on you Wilkie
Tuesday 29 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor Having watched the TV programme ‘Turama’ on Sunday night, I was very impressed with the comments from our Minister of Finance, Wilkie Rasmussen. You rectified a lot of areas of doubt that we as the taxpayers have had, and explained things very precisely giving us all a clearer picture of what is happening. […]
Young blood is what we need in politicis
Tuesday 29 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I would like to respond to both Teuira Ka and Maukean Heart regarding their comment on Hugh Graham. As a Maukean residing in Auckland, I am saddened, at the same time appalled, by their senseless comments. Their letters confirmed one thing to us all: we live and breathe in a society full of […]
Women called to enter politics
Tuesday 29 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I read yesterday’s Cook Islands News with so much interest – from the classified advertisements taken out by the two major political parties for nominations of candidates by their various puna, to the new transparent process in the Cook Islands Party constitution. It is obvious that the voting public are now moving and […]
Open, fair and honest runoffs
Monday 28 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor Like most Cook Islanders, I’ve come to believe we must call for a systematic overhaul of the processes by which political parties nominate electoral candidates and that this overhaul is urgent. I am watching the “nomination and runoff saga” with an odd blend of amusement and concern. I admit it’s mildly entertaining to […]
Mama love
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, First I’d like to congratulate Mama Mau on her receipt of the MBE. This is one recipient who has truly earned this honour. Always putting others first, welcoming those of us who come from overseas. A great ambassador for the Cook Islands. Well done mama; my family will never forget your kindness, love […]
How to get a cash injection
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, A suggestion for Tav’s and maybe other retail businesses that works well in Waikiki and gives them a cash injection to pay the bills! Have a one day, genuine 50% off ALL stock sale, at the back road shop. Give the local femmes an opportunity to purchase a nice new dress for their […]
Happy tax payer
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I recently left the Cook Islands and it was made very clear to me by a representative from the Tax Office that I was to ensure all taxes were paid prior to my departure. I happily sorted all my affairs out, and to my surprise, I was entitled to a refund. The cheque […]
Hugh Graham served us well in Manukau
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, The resignation of Hugh Graham – councillor for Manukau City Council – is indeed a very sad loss to the community. I must say that Hugh has been an inspiration to all ages in the community and especially to his own Cook Islands people. Once in a while, a Pacific leader stands tall […]
Snap election a hoax
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I am writing in regards to last Saturday’s article about the majority of Democrats supporting the PM in order for him to allow for the dissolution of parliament so a snap election can be called. I strongly believe the PM will never call a snap election and will wait until the very last […]
Swift justice is good justice
Saturday 26 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Am I the only person in the Cook Islands embarrassed by the apparent lack of urgency in dispensing justice through our Court system? I refer to the report in the Cook Islands News of June 25.A total of 21 cases are reported of which nine are listed as callovers. In seven of the […]
Low-interest loans 'great news'
Friday 25 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Today (Thursday June 24) CI News has an article that suggests that with the help of the New Zealand Government, businesses in the Cook Islands may get access to low interest loans. This is great news and if it actually happens is an answer to the proposal that for some time now has […]
Cheers to Wilkie, it's a start
Friday 25 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Well done Wilkie Rasmussen, your goal to put in policy to help us local businesses is a breath of fresh air and offers a glimmer of hope to business owners. Only those people who develop and run businesses here in the Cooks can understand the massive amount of money, effect and time needed […]
Time to boost netball
Friday 25 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I am very disappointed with our national netball association. This is a good time for government to step in and have a netball series in Rarotonga or maybe develop an ANZ champs team from the Cooks. After all my time being a netball fan for the Cooks, it is highly disappointing to not […]
Seeing the light
Thursday 24 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor In the article on mercury poisoning no mention was made of the money saving new light bulbs being foisted upon the world. One elderly lady broke one here in the States, called the Environmental Protection Agency and it cost her US$2500 to have one broken mercury “good for 2000 hours” light bulb that […]
Crime idea
Thursday 24 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, For a while now there has been evidence that a few opportunist thieves are sabotaging our tourism industry. No lateral thinking on ideas to combat this seem to be apparent. Here’s one idea that could be adapted and might make a significant difference. It’s well known that when experts in a profession have […]
Promises, promises
Thursday 24 June 2010 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Perhaps people need to ask what the new Demo candidate for Mauke has done since leaving his post as councillor for Manukau City in NZ. One must wonder, what happened to the promises he made to everyone during his campaign for councillor in NZ? Must admit Mr Ka from Melbourne is not far […]
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