Economy
Ageing population sees pension payments rise
Friday April 27, 2018The government is anticipating an increase in old-age pension payments as 15 per cent of the Cook Islands workforce is heading for retirement age in the next nine years.
Praise for success comes with warning
Monday April 23, 2018Cook Islands Tourism Corporation chairman Ewan Smith made a stirring speech at Friday night’s Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism awards, praising government for its commitment to the industry, while also making a call to action.
Waterfall fee takes its toll on visitors
Monday April 23, 2018I read the letter regarding the road toll at the falls.
Rental shortage bites
Monday April 23, 2018A prominent figure in the tourism industry says growth in tourism has been a catalyst for the current shortage of long-term rental accommodation on Rarotonga.
It’s tourism’s big night!
Friday April 20, 2018The tourism industry will tonight celebrate excellence and outstanding performance with the announcement of the winners of the 2018 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards.
Bluesky supports tourism awards
Wednesday April 18, 2018Bluesky Cook Islands is continuing with its support and sponsorship for the biennial Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards.
More funding to go round
Monday April 16, 2018Registered Civil Society organisations have been invited by the Social Impact Fund (SIF) to appeal for project funding in six designated priority areas.
Cook Islands at Indigenous Tourism Summit
Monday April 16, 2018Cook Islander Ani Katu is representing the nation at the current World Indigenous Tourism Summit 2018, hosted by New Zealand Maori Tourism in conjunction with the World Indigenous Tourism Alliance (WINTA).
Govt confirms shipping subsidy
Monday April 16, 2018The government has confirmed the availability of a shipping subsidy for vessels servicing the northern group islands, with the first subsidised voyage having taken place earlier this month.
