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Visitor behaviour is a key focus in ensuring travellers engage respectfully with the Cook Islands, says Tourism to PAC
Cook Islands Tourism says that while managing visitor behaviour is an ongoing effort, success depends on delivering clear messaging across multiple channels, reinforcing expectations through consistent signage, and providing accessible guidance.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) hosted International Women’s Day at the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday with the theme “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality- for ALL Women and Girls.”
Chinese construction firm faces $25,000 fine
The Chinese construction firm contracted to carry out work as part of the $60 million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project could be hit with a $25,000 fine if they commence construction work without proper foreign enterprise registration.
'People in Manihiki are also Cook Islanders'
Dear Editor, I am not sure where Disillusioned (the writer of “New Manihiki wharf is ‘money down the drain’”, CINews January 31) lives, but would kindly ask him or her to spend a year or two in Manihiki or any of the northern group islands for that matter, and see whether he or she would get the same level of service in Manihiki when compared to here in Rarotonga.
Police minister, 'the buck stops with you'
“With police minister Teariki Heather’s comment in the newspaper regarding the effectiveness of the police force the other day, he’s got to be reminded that the buck stops at him and his CEO,” a smoke signaller writes.
Master navigator to share traditional knowledge
Secrets of the ancient art of navigating by the stars and currents will be shared with the community next month.
US students on field trip to Raro
An eager team of budding American scientists has been clambering around the Rarotongan coastline this week learning about the local environment.
Fighting corruption on agenda
The Cook Islands will be hosting a two-day conference that aims to focus on the role of parliament in fighting corruption.
Cook Islands scores bulb eater machine
An official says with the recent acquisition of a new piece of equipment, burned out light bulbs will no longer be posing a significant environmental hazard.
French classes, culture in the Cook Islands
The Cook Islands is about to be infused with some extra French culture, thanks to the new offerings by local group Alliance Franaise.
Asbestos removal: Into the red zone
This week, the Cook Islands Investment Corporation has been co-ordinating the large-scale removal of soil from Avarua School, after it was found to be contaminated with asbestos.
Shift towards local knowledge in development
One aim of a major donor partners meeting in the Cook Islands next month is to get more people involved in setting the country’s development agenda.
Tonga gets payout from Pacific insurance pilot
Cyclone Ian’s devastation in Tonga has triggered the first payout made under a new World Bank insurance scheme, which the Cook Islands signed up to last year.
'King hit' on tourist outside night club
A young Australian visitor was assaulted outside a popular bar in Rarotonga on Wednesday night, less than a week after being robbed on the island.
Oz couple say seabed mining is a bad idea
An Australian couple that has visited the Cook Islands on multiple occasions says seabed mining in Cook Islands waters is a bad idea.
Maltreatment of foreign workers could harm country: PM
Prime Minister Henry Puna says reports of foreign workers having their human rights violated could tarnish the international reputation of the Cook Islands.
Police road blitz results in 40 fines
An island-wide road blitz on Wednesday morning resulted in police dishing out dozens of instant fines to motorists found breaking the law.
Pukapuka students miss start of school
Five students from Pukapuka who should have started school at Tereora College this week are stuck on the island waiting for the next boat to Rarotonga.
Bags of crushed rock bound for Mangaia
More than 100 tonnes of crushed rock left Rarotonga by barge yesterday to be used in the Mangaia harbour upgrade.
NZ supports drought response strategy
The Cook Islands received a generous boost in its abilities to respond to droughts with the signing of grant funding arrangement between the national government and the New Zealand High Commission.
Safe found smashed open on beach
A group of tourists whose valuables were stolen during a motel safe robbery this week are “elated” that all of their passports have been found.
Dengue fever-like symptoms? Visit a doctor
An official with the Ministry of Health advises any member of the public that thinks they may be coming down with dengue fever to visit a doctor as soon as possible.
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