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Articles by Matthew Littlewood
Maritime Surveillance Centre upgrade celebrated by Cook Islands and Aussie
Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Technology
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says the opening of the upgraded Police Service Maritime Surveillance Centre is a sign of the enduring relationship between the Cook Islands and Australia.
PM says shortage of housing in Cooks: Loan scheme still under construction
Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown says there is a shortage of housing as government prepares its discount home loan scheme for first time buyers.
Atiu set to go ‘smoke free’
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health is looking to turn the island of Atiu into Cook Islands’ first smokefree island.
Forum meeting is likely in October
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in
The Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands will likely take place in October.
New generator to solve Pukapuka’s inconsistent power supply problem
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
The island of Pukapuka has a new generator to help with its power issues.
Williams declared Titikaveka MP
Saturday 11 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Local, National, Politics
Cook Islands Party member Sonny Williams has been confirmed as the new MP for Titikaveka.
Acting High Commissioner signs off
Saturday 11 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Departing acting Australian High Commissioner Ruth Baird says she will miss immersing herself in the culture of Cook Islands.
‘A more inclusive, just, and fair world for everyone, everywhere’
Saturday 11 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
Equity for women was on the minds of five speakers at Tamarind House this week.
Weather system approaching Rarotonga to bring more rain
Friday 10 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Weather
A heavy weather system is making its way towards Rarotonga, bringing with it torrential rain.
Focus on equity at women’s event
Friday 10 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Politics
Equity was on the minds of women at Tamarind House as part of a special event to commemorate International Women’s Day on Wednesday night.
Petition decision ‘ASAP’
Friday 10 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
The decision on whether to rule out four voters in the Titikaveka electorate as ineligible has been reserved.
Second recount likely for disputed Titikaveka seat
Thursday 9 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
A High Court judge has not ruled out a recount for the Titikaveka seat if three or four of its voters get ruled ineligible.
Lack of oxygen in waters leads to dead fish in Rakahanga
Thursday 9 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in
Dozens of fish were found dead in a Rakahanga lagoon this week, prompting concern among the residents of the northern group island.
Women’s Day event ‘sold out’
Wednesday 8 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Business and Professional Women’s Association (CIBPW) are hosting a special event to commemorate International Women’s Day at Tamarind House tonight. The event has sold out.
Strong winds and downpour forecast for southern Cooks
Wednesday 8 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Local, National, Weather
Cook Islanders should brace themselves for heavy winds and rain over the next couple of days.
Getting fit and learning new lessons for International Women’s Day
Wednesday 8 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Health, Local, National
Women wanting to get fit and get grooving have the opportunity to do so for free at the Tupapa Centre today.
‘Cyclone proof’ building for Manihiki
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Manihiki Island Council’s new building will be able to withstand major cyclones, according to the island’s mayor.
Eligibility of four voters to decide Titikaveka seat
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National, Politics
Sonny Williams’ three-vote victory in the Titikaveka seat hangs in the balance, with a Court hearing underway to decide on the eligibility of four voters in the electorate.
Bringing back millions banked in accounts offshore
Monday 6 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Business, National
The Cook Islands Government is seeking to bring back home some of the more than $30 million a year in international banking transactions.
Name suppression lapses in assault on female case
Saturday 4 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, National
A man facing three charges of common assault and one charge of assault on a female has lost his bid for name suppression.
