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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.”
Mining international seabed nodules
The Cook Islands and G-TEC Sea Mineral Resources (GSR), a private company of Belgium, have applied for an exploratory licence in the mineral-rich Clarion-Clipperton Zone (CCZ) nodule field in international waters. The International Seabed Authority (ISA) requires developed nations that apply to explore the CCZ to partner with a developing nation such as the Cook Islands, with the developed nation shouldering the costs of the application and subsequent exploration but sharing any revenue received. GSR approached the Cook Islands government recently, after the company signed a 15-year contract in January last year for prospecting and exploration of nodules in the area.
'Aitutaki Angel' reaches 102 years
Well-known Aitutaki character mama Caroline Daniel celebrated her 102nd birthday yesterday with songs, a little dance and cake with a few close family members and friends including her daughter Tutai Malietoa.
Stay alert for Cyclone Ian - Met Service
Cook Islanders are being told to stay on guard and to expect higher tides this weekend as Cyclone Ian threatens to cause major damage in Tonga.
NZ's Cook Islands community mourns
A Cook Islands radio personality who worked tirelessly to promote the interests of his people in New Zealand has died this week.
Digicel would bring 'different perspective'
Global giant Digicel will bring “a whole different perspective” to telecommunications in the Cook Islands if it enters the local market, says Finance Minister Mark Brown.
Stop blaming govt for pension tax, says Haigh
Recent attacks on the government over the taxation of New Zealand pensioners are misguided, says the Collector of Inland Revenue.
Tertiary courses grow in Pa Enua
A local tertiary education provider has increased the training options available to the Pa Enua for 2014.
Countdown on for general election
The countdown to the 2014 general election has started, with 10 months to go.
Mangaia receives water tanks
A batch of water tanks has been sent to Mangaia to help alleviate on-going water problems.
Cyclone Ian tracking clear of Cook Islands
Tracking maps suggest Tropical Cyclone Ian will pass the Cook Islands at a safe distance but the Meteorological Service is urging locals not to be complacent.
Badminton development camp an eye opener
Badminton is geared to set stronger roots in the Cook Islands with a recent youth camp in Auckland, proving to be an eye-opener for two rising badminton stars and their sports development officer.
Cyclone Ian picks up intensity as tall ship Picton Castle heads for Rarotonga
Powerful thunderstorms are forming around a South Pacific cyclone which is regaining strength as it heads for Tonga – and an 86-year-old tall ship sailing for the Cook Islands.
Miss South Pacific on show
Miss Cook Islands and recently crowned Miss South Pacific Teuira Napa, pictured here during Miss Cook Islands in 2012, is set to wow local supporters at her fundraiser show this Friday at Aquarius in Nikao.
Community classes to up-skill locals
A range of courses offering new skills and personal development will be run in coming months.
New tertiary courses on offer
Those looking to train up for a new career or just wanting to learn something new should keep an eye out for an outline of tertiary courses due out this week.
NZ Defence Force opening door to Cooks
Young Cook Islanders will soon be able to join the New Zealand air force, army or navy without needing to have lived in the country.
Drought over but new threat looms
A week of solid rain has ended the outer islands’ drought, but residents are now being warned to prepare for a new problem.
Minister Bishop attends first 2014 Cabinet meet
Preliminary discussions for the Cook Islands 50th anniversary of self-governance celebrations were among the topics of discussion at yesterday’s Cabinet meeting – the first meeting for 2014.
Fraud trail leads to Cook Islands
A private investigator from New Zealand is in the Cook Islands trying to locate millions of dollars allegedly defrauded from a US company.
Water treatment options to be discussed
Deciding how water will be treated as part of a $64 million water project will be a key part of upcoming public consultations, said a government official.
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