Economy
‘Understaffed’ Police to receive timely training from NZ experts
Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has met with the acting Police Commissioner Aka Matapo to discuss preparations on the new training initiatives in partnership with New Zealand Police.
Local women outshine global peers in business leadership
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
Cook Islands women have significantly outperformed global averages in business leadership roles, according to a new report, but gender parity remains elusive in higher political positions.
Superfund seeks feedback on pension benefits, contributions
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund (CINSF) is consulting with the public to review its Act following two independent reviews that highlighted significant risks due to an imbalance of decision-making power, prompting the need for improved checks and balances.
Wheel woes ground Air New Zealand’s Rarotonga-Auckland flight
Tuesday 6 August 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism
Air New Zealand’s flight from Rarotonga to Auckland was cancelled Tuesday afternoon due to a wheel defect.
MCI rejects ‘dark fleet’ label
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Maritime Cook Islands (MCI) has denied allegations of being a haven for Russian-linked tankers, stating that the registry complies with international sanctions and that many of the vessels in question were previously registered with other major flag states.
Water petition faces Parliament test
Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
The ‘Keep Our Water Free’ petition will be the first test under Parliament’s new Standing Orders, as previous petitions failed to progress beyond the tabling stage.
PM defends water tariffs as petition with 3407 signatures delivered to Parliament
Thursday 1 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
As a “Keep Our Water Free” petition with 3407 signatures was handed to the Clerk of Parliament yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Brown reiterated that “there is no way you can have water delivered to your house without some sort of cost involved”.
Thousands sign petition against incoming Rarotonga water tariffs
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Health, Local, National
The petition opposing the planned water tariffs in Rarotonga, which has garnered one of the highest numbers of signatures, will be handed to Parliament this morning.
Air NZ rebooks majority of affected customers
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
The “majority” of Air New Zealand customers affected by the failed landings at Rarotonga International Airport due to crosswinds earlier this week have been rebooked, the airline said yesterday.
Air NZ Cook Islands flight returns to Auckland after two aborted landings
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
An Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Rarotonga returned to Auckland yesterday after two failed landings at Rarotonga International Airport.
Housing crisis hits tourism industry
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism
A shortage of long-term accommodations in Rarotonga is forcing resort owners to house migrant workers on-site, highlighting the need for increased investment in long-term housing solutions.
Penrhyn seeks airport upgrade for tourism boost
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Outer Islands
With a population of around 200 people, the residents of Penrhyn always look forward to welcoming yachters who contribute a little to their economy. However, Penrhyn executive officer Puna Vano says the island needs an upgraded airport to contribute more significantly to its tourism economy.
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation welcomes new board members
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation yesterday announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors.
Power cuts loom for a quarter of TAU customers with overdue bill
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
A quarter of Rarotonga’s electricity customers face disconnection for overdue bills over 90 days.
Cook Islands shares progress on gender equality at regional meetings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
A Cook Islands delegation led by the Minister for Internal Affairs attended the Women’s Triennial Conference and Women Ministers Meetings in Marshall Islands this week.
Budget woes stall road markings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) will use the newly approved budget to complete painting road shoulders from Maii to Avana and around Tupapa Health Clinic.
KR attended taxpayer funded Samoa school reunion in ‘official capacity’
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, National, Regional, Samoa
The King Representative’s attendance at a Samoa agricultural college anniversary was an official trip funded with public money, despite initial claims it was a personal reunion.
Expatriate workers urged to review contracts for repatriation coverage
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The recent death of an expatriate worker has highlighted the importance of having clear provisions in employment contracts and insurance plans to cover repatriation of human remains in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Cook Islands to host Oceania Customs meeting
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Economy, Local, National
The 26th Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO) Annual Conference is set to take place in Rarotonga next week, attracting leaders and stakeholders from across the blue Pacific region.
Jetstar scrambles to rebook passengers after tech outage cancels flights
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Air New Zealand flights to Rarotonga were unaffected by a global tech outage that disrupted flights and other services worldwide, while Jetstar cancelled some flights but was working to rebook passengers.
