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The country's only newspaper, Niue Star turns 30

Niue's only newspaper turns 30

Niue Govt facing huge deficit in 2021

The speaker of parliament in Niue, Hima Douglas. Photo: BCN Parliament passed the Budget on Thursday last week, expecting spending at $US23.4 million with revenue estimated to reach $US20.1 million. Last month Finance Minister, Crossley Tatui, revealed plans for a fundamental rethink on the economy. He is keen to get public servants back working five days instead of four, in order to increase productivity. The four day work scheme was brought in by the previous Talagi government in lieu of a promised wage increase. Mr Tatui is also considering bringing in charges for water and other user pays fees for government services.