Politics
CIP critical of appeal ruling
Monday December 17, 2018While respectful of the rule of law, the Cook Islands Party-led government says it is extremely disappointed with the Court of Appeal decision on the Rakahanga election.
Retired MPs’ organisation on hold – for now
Sunday December 16, 2018Only three people turned up to a meeting in the dining room of parliament last Wednesday to discuss setting up a new organisation aimed at protecting and preserving the interests of former Members of Parliament.
‘Great outcome’ says Willis
Sunday December 16, 2018The Democratic Party is confident of returning to government in the “very near future” after Court of Appeal ruled a decision on Rakahanga seat in Tina Browne’s favour.
Demos could win in Rakahanga
Sunday December 16, 2018Hagai’s ‘treating’ breached Electoral Act, says Court of Appeal.
Consultation attendance ‘disappointing’
Thursday December 13, 2018Attendance at public consultations late last month for proposed new immigration regulations was disappointing, says Principal Immigration Officer, Kairangi Samuela.
China contract ‘disappoints’ DPM
Wednesday December 12, 2018Deputy prime minister Mark Brown says it’s disappointing the Cook Islands government entered into a contract with the Chinese contractor for the Te Mato Vai stage one project.
‘Great’ wrong word for TMV: Tuavera
Wednesday December 12, 2018Democratic Party Opposition deputy leader Tama Tuavera says it was “really disappointing” to hear Finance minister Mark Brown describe Te Mato Vai as a “great project for the Cook Islands”, during a Radio New Zealand interview.
$13m for TMV remedial work
Wednesday December 12, 2018Stage one repairs take water project cost to $100m-plus.
Revamped website boosts Parliament
Tuesday December 11, 2018The Cook Islands Parliament launched a revamped website last Friday in a bid to promote transparency and improve on their communication with the people of the Cook Islands.
