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Saturday 24 May 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Features, In Depth, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown with Pa Ariki at the Budget Breakfast at the Island Hotel on Wednesday. TEITIMOANA TAIRI / 25052103.
The 2025/26 Cook Islands budget prioritises social welfare increases, public sector pay adjustments and infrastructure upgrades across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua; however, some concerns have been raised about a lack of support for the elderly and businesses.
The 2025/26 Cook Islands budget prioritises social welfare increases, public sector pay adjustments and infrastructure upgrades across Rarotonga and the Pa Enua; however, some concerns have been raised about a lack of support for the elderly and businesses.
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