Economy
$196.5 million budget tabled
Thursday 6 June 2013 | Published in Economy
Finance minister Mark Brown presented 2013-14 budget to parliament on Wednesday outlining $196.5 million in spending.
Economic growth rests on tourism
Thursday 6 June 2013 | Published in Economy
Prospects for economic growth in the coming year will rely on tourism growth, said finance minister Mark Brown on Wednesday.
Barbs traded in first day of parliament yesterday
Wednesday 5 June 2013 | Published in Economy
Parliamentarians traded barbs as Speaker of the House Niki Rattle delivered her opening statements for the 47th session of parliament Tuesday.
Teachers' pay to be 'realistic'
Tuesday 4 June 2013 | Published in Economy
Teachers will be the major beneficiaries of the extra money being allocated to the education ministry in the 2013-14 budget to be tabled tomorrow.
Withholding tax scrapped
Friday 31 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Withholding tax will be scrapped as of 2014.
Film Raro returns 'to be proven'
Friday 31 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Film Raro will only receive financial backing from Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CITC) if organisers prove the monetary benefits, said the chief executive officer.
Budget to be tabled mid-week
Thursday 30 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The 2013-2014 national budget is set to be tabled next Wednesday, accompanied by a statement from Finance Minister Mark Brown on the state of government’s finances.
Repossession 'last resort': bank manager
Wednesday 29 May 2013 | Published in Economy
As industry insiders express concern about Rarotonga’s real estate market, a local bank manager says he’s dedicated to helping citizens stay in their homes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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