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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.”
Cooks looks to explore international seabed minerals
Cook Islanders will be trained in the area of seabed minerals in international waters, should an application by the Cooks be approved.
Auckland meeting discusses regional trade
Local government and non-government officials recently participated in a regional meeting which aimed to address trade issues across the South Pacific.
New year brings new tax system
After months of public debate and consultation, the first round of changes to the Cook Islands tax and welfare systems finally came into effect on January 1.
Vonnia's recalls baby dummies
Parents who have recently bought a particular line of baby dummies are being asked to return the products because they may pose a choking hazard.
Booze buy-up on New Year's Eve
Liquor stores did a roaring trade on Tuesday as locals made a last-minute dash to stock up their supplies for New Year’s Eve.
Tourist numbers slump in November
Visitor numbers plummeted between October and November but the total number of arrivals still outweighed departures, according to latest figures.
Te Mato Vai construction to begin in February
Construction on the $64 million Te Mato Vai water infrastructure project is scheduled to begin next month.
History in the making at Aitutaki New Year's junior cricket comp
Aitutaki cricket managers from the cricket loving villages of Vaipae and Amuri and the Arenikau club have been readying their young sides for tonight’s start to the highly anticipated ANZ Under 19 Boys and Girls Aitutaki cricket season.
Time to party for New Year's Eve
Those ringing in the new year in Rarotonga have a few options tonight.
CITC winners get hi-tech gifts
Two lucky individuals carried home a 40-inch Samsung television yesterday, concluding a month long promotion by local retailer Cook Islands Trading Corporation (CITC) and dairy brand Fonterra.
Milky Bar Kid in Rarotonga
Hinetaapora Short, the world’s first ever female Milky Bar Kid, is spending her Christmas holidays in Rarotonga this year and using the time to learn Cook Islands Maori.
Cabinet prepares to bring in 2014
With the holidays in full swing, the nation’s political scene has shuttered down in preparation for 2014.
Cook Foundation aims to support charitable causes
A new organisation has been set up to support charitable causes in the Cooks.
Northern group awaits Sky TV
The majority of Sky customers are now receiving the service from a new satellite, following a major transition by providers in Fiji that threatened to cut the Cooks’ signal entirely.
Govt outlines budget priorities
Revitalising growth in the Pa Enua and boosting job opportunities across the country are among the government’s main priorities for the next fiscal year.
MP Bishop unhappy with tax collectors
Aitutaki Member of Parliament and cabinet minister Teina Bishop has spoken out against the Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning for seizing funds directly from the bank accounts of seniors collecting the NZ-paid super.
Pesticide in 80s 'contributed to ill health'
Dear Editor, In response to the CINews article ‘Huge decline in agriculture: census’ on December 13, I want to ask the department of agriculture, did you get any statistics from injuries or deaths that occurred while employed by the department that have contributed to ill health or death.
A winning start for Amuri women cricketers
After a stunning win against Arenikau on Friday evening the Amuri women will have the confidence they can win the Aitutaki women’s round robin cup this season.
Pacific Resort spends half a million in revamp
Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHS) is spending half a million dollars on upgrades and refurbishments at its resort in Rarotonga.
Culture: the fabric and rhythm of life
Is there any place on earth that has as many celebrations as the Cook Islands? The spirit of a culture, its mana, is nurtured and sustained by its rituals – its crafts, music, dance, worship and celebrations.
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