Business
Iconic café closes down
Wednesday 12 January 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
A landmark eatery on Rarotonga has closed its doors amid a long-standing land dispute.
Small business fighting increasing import costs
Monday 10 January 2022 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Business, National
With the Cook Islands border reopening this Thursday, local businesses are preparing steadfastly, while also reflecting on past struggles that border closures brought to their livelihoods.
Vendors excited for opportunities in 2022
Friday 31 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Today is the last opening day for the Punanga Nui Market, so pop in and visit the regular vendors who have all sorts of fresh produce and locally made products to sell.
Retailer looks online to counter downturn
Friday 24 December 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Business, National
A Rarotonga retailer is facing ongoing challenges with online sales as the pre-Covid Christmas rush has been hushed.
Remittances on the rise as Christmas approaches
Friday 24 December 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Business, National
International money transfer agency Western Union has had a jam-packed festive season with people lining up to send money to their families overseas for Christmas and all the festivities the big day brings with it.
Paradise and ‘man cave’ in one new store
Tuesday 21 December 2021 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Business, National
Paradise Supplies have relocated to a new store on the main road in Panama, where customers can continue to explore and buy their products.
Taku Pepe highlights overseas demand for our products
Saturday 18 December 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Business, National
A small local family of three is using their new locally branded business to emphasise how domestic revenue has the potential to become a more solid backbone for the country as reflected through local attempts during border closures to find creative alternatives to tourism.
