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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.”
Cruise ship survey launched
A major cruise ship survey has been launched to give a clearer picture of what visitors think of the Cook Islands and how much money they spend here.
CITTI open day attracts tertiary hopefuls
Prospective tertiary students got a taste of life at the Cook Islands Tertiary Institute on Friday.
Motu2Motu – $180k boost to Aitutaki enua
Paddlers and supporters who headed to Aitutaki for the Motu2Motu event in December contributed about $180,000 towards the island’s economy.
Infrastructure ministry undergoes rebranding
The government ministry that oversees the nation’s harbours, roads, water distribution, sanitation, and other major public works is now officially known as Infrastructure Cook Islands.
Proposed hike in harbour dues
The Cook Islands Port Authority is proposing an increase in harbour dues for the first time since 2012.
Mosquito-fighting supplies heading to Pa Enua
Outer island communities are being given about $40,000 worth of spraying equipment and chemicals to help them tackle mosquito outbreaks.
Cabinet in country this week
All members of cabinet will be in the Cook Islands for the coming work week.
Pumice discovery amazes Kiwi geologist
A visiting Kiwi geologist believes a raft of pumice washed up in Rarotonga is from a major undersea volcanic eruption nearly two years ago.
The cost of conflict to the national purse
Development Economist Vaine Wichman has worked throughout the Pacific as a development economist.
SIM shipment brings relief
A big shipment of SIM cards is due to arrive in Rarotonga this weekend, meaning Telecom no longer has to hand out second-hand cards.
Driver's licence queues could be cut
Tourists may not have to wait as long to get a Cook Islands driver’s licence in the future, says the police commissioner.
'More details needed' - O3b
Dear Editor, I’ve read, with much fanfare, the impending arrival of O3b – the low-orbit satellite alternative to the fibre optic submarine cables that already deliver internet to the islands around us.
All students pass in tertiary exams
Hospitality students will be celebrating this week as the results of their exams are released – with a 100 per cent pass rate.
ANZ Bank appoints new chief executive
Regional bank ANZ has announced Sarah Dunn as chief executive officer of ANZ Cook Islands.
Cook foundation rolls out funding
The Cook foundation, a charitable trust set up by United Kingdom resident George Cook, continues to roll out projects and distribute funding for a wide range of causes.
Mangaia harbour improvements could stimulate economy
A resident on the island of Mangaia said the island’s revamped harbour, once completed, could provide a range of new economic opportunities for residents.
Free desexing and deworming for pets
Rarotonga’s local vet clinic is encouraging people to book their pets in to be desexed and dewormed, as part of an international event.
Fishing tales mount for Akura
The fishing feats of Akura Fishing Charters are hitting international headlines, and they are set to again feature in the New Zealand Fishing Magazine.
Mosquito transmitted virus threatens Pacific
Authorities in New Caledonia detected the first locally-acquired case of Zika virus infection last week, according to a report by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC).
Open day at Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute
Those interested in a career in hospitality or in learning a trade are invited to head along to an open day at the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute (CITTI) today.
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