Economy
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.
Cook Islands economy strongest in South Pacific
Monday April 16, 2018A recent report released by the Asian Development Bank has indicated that the Cook Islands economy continues to be the strongest performing in the South Pacific.
Cook Islands can compete internationally
Tuesday April 10, 2018Pacific Trade Invest Australia (PTI) says the Cook Islands has the capability to compete in the international marketplace.
Airbnb market grows massively
Friday April 06, 2018The Airbnb (AirBed and Breakfast) market in the Cook Islands recorded a growth of 134 per cent last year.
Fast-track work permit programme extended
Wednesday April 04, 2018A pilot programme fast-tracking work permits for New Zealand passport holders willing to work in the Cook Islands on a short-term basis has been extended for another year, and will also be opened up to Australian passport holders.
Orr takes reins at NZ Reserve Bank
Tuesday March 27, 2018Adrian Orr yesterday stepped into the top job at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) as its new governor.
