Economy
Super fund case on non-compliance
Wednesday 29 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Chief executive Anne Herman-Fua has outlined the superannuation fund’s case against a rogue Rarotonga-based business owner, who is being taken to court for non-compliance.
Funding needed for Film Raro's future
Tuesday 28 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The Film Raro screenings attracted thousands of locals to the auditorium in the weekend – but organisers say outside funding will be needed to secure the festival’s future.
Health and education budget boost
Tuesday 28 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Finance minister Mark Brown announced on Monday the government is boosting salaries of teachers and healthcare workers in a balanced budget.
Filming in Paradise
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Vaine has worked extensively throughout the Pacific and the Cook Islands as a development economist.
Call for support on super fund case
Saturday 25 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Local business owner Andy Olah is calling for public support as he prepares to ‘bring in the big guns’ for the hearing of a precedent-setting superannuation case in September.
Tourism keeps marketing priorities
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Marketing efforts will be a continuation of current priorities for the Cook Islands Tourism as it heads into the new financial year.
Project City on the home stretch
Thursday 23 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Project City contractors are on the home stretch.
Tourism awards entry simplified
Wednesday 22 May 2013 | Published in Economy
There have been some carefully thought out changes to the 2013 Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards entry process.
Cabinet puts final touches on budget
Tuesday 21 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Pre-budget discussions are continuing this week with talks between government and ministry officials.
Water tank packages on offer
Tuesday 21 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Two water tank suppliers have begun advertising packages for those wanting to receive the government’s $1500 subsidy.
Water tank subsidy co-ordinator appointed
Tuesday 21 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The co-ordinator of the government’s water tank subsidy has been appointed.
Weight watcher wins sweet trip
Tuesday 21 May 2013 | Published in Economy
An Australian slimming competition winner has won a sweet prize – a trip to the Cook Islands.
Air NZ signs on as sponsor
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Air New Zealand has signed on as the primary sponsor for the Cook Islands Tourism Awards for two more years.
Mentors help locals meet goals
Saturday 18 May 2013 | Published in Economy
A tough tradesman has benefited from the soft touch of an experienced business mentor.
New honorary consul
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Economy
A businessman has been appointed as Cook Islands honorary consul to the Philippines.
Fish farm feast at Titikaveka
Friday 17 May 2013 | Published in Economy
A three-day training workshop for tilapia fish farmers came to a close yesterday with a feast at the aquaponic facility in Titikaveka.
CBC faces lawsuit over tax haven expos
Thursday 16 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, recently in Rarotonga to film a news mini-documentary on secretive tax havens, has been served a notice to sue by a prominent Canadian lawyer embroiled in allegations about his involvement in the shadowy industry.
World superpowers investigate Cooks
Wednesday 15 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The United Kingdom, the United States and Australia are working together to investigate tax data, including the files leaked to an international body of investigative journalists.
No conflict, says board chairman
Wednesday 15 May 2013 | Published in Economy
There is no conflict of interest in a new tourism board member being the mother-in-law of the tourism corporation’s chief executive, says the board’s chairman Ewan Smith.
Truck cost?
Tuesday 14 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Concerns that taxpayers have forked out for a new ministerial vehicle worth nearly $100,000 are incorrect, says the minister’s chief executive.
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