Economy
Unaffected businesses must increase super contributions
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Businesses deemed by superannuation board to not have been severely impacted by the economic downturn must increase their contributions, but some affected companies could have trouble paying up.
Tourism anticipates 'revenge travel'
Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Talks with the Cook Islands regarding a two-way air bridge between the two countries have resumed, and the negotiations are making “good progress”, says the New Zealand prime minister.
Paving a clearer road map for safety in the tourism Industry
Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy
“The actions of our promise will keep the Cook Islands safe,” stated former Prime Minister Henry Puna during the opening of Kia Orana Plus training video last week.
'Kua rongo au I to seva'
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
The new Avatiu ‘harbour’ bridge is two metres wider, 400 millimetres higher and takes on a rectangular underside shape as opposed to the old one.
Travel bubble expected by December
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
With a date set for the start of a one-way travel bubble between New Zealand and certain states in Australia, the question being asked is what about the Cook Islands?
Forum needs 'best possible Candidate'
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
The challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to be one of the key factors in the appointment of the new secretary general of the Pacific Islands Forum.
$3.6m Avatiu 'harbour' bridge open to public
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Avatiu residents will no longer have to fear damage to their homes or properties from heavy rain and motorists no longer have to detour following the opening of the new bridge.
Constitutional change
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Parliament has voted to amend the Cook Islands Constitution to allow for recommendations on the Immigration Bill to take effect.
Tracking progress against achieving the Cook Islands 2020 vision
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
A multiyear initiative aiming to contribute towards achieving a higher standard of living among Cook Islanders concludes this year.
Kia Orana Plus to 70 businesses
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Tourism’s Kia Orana Plus which is in its fifth and final week has had over 70 businesses across Rarotonga and Aitutaki taking part.
Resort opens the border for a day
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Edgewater Resort and Spa celebrated World Tourism Day yesterday with a “border opening” programme.
Travel talks still bubbling away
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Keeping borders closed means no new money is moving within the economy, says Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council.
Embarking on new beginnings as Kiwis
Wednesday 23 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
New Zealand High Commissioner to Cook Islands Tui Dewes says people choosing New Zealand as the place they want to link their identity to is something that gives her a sense of pride.
Learning tips and tricks for business success
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Mario Caffery signed up for the free business course at the University of the South Pacific and now he feels more empowered as a businessman.
NZ quarantine 'totally unnecessary'
Tuesday 22 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
It is totally unnecessary for people travelling from Cook Islands to New Zealand to be required to complete and pay for 14-days managed quarantine, Deputy Prime Minister Mark Brown says.
Bank waives online money transfer fees
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
It will now be cheaper for families and friends in New Zealand and Australia to send money to their loved ones in the Cook Islands. Only if they are ANZ bank customers.
'Our GDP drop is far greater'
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
It won’t be until the end of this year that the level of the country’s economic decline is known, Deputy Prime Minister Mark Brown says.
Government defends quarantine process
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Government has touted the benefits of its quarantine process after three confirmed breaches this week led to calls for change.
Maintaining maritime security
Tuesday 15 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Te Kukupa maritime police force have returned from a maritime surveillance operation ensuring that non-essential vessels are forbidden from entering Cook Islands ports during this Covid period.
More returnees arrive home in Rarotonga
Saturday 12 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy
Rarotonga resident Aaron Tunupopo was relieved when he touched down at home yesterday afternoon.
