Economy
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.
Cabinet discuss budget recommendations
Monday 13 May 2013 | Published in Economy
All cabinet ministers are in the Cook Islands this week in order to hold serious discussion about the 2013-2014 Budget, which is due to be tabled in parliament in June.
Tourism board members appointed
Wednesday 8 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Two new members have been appointed to the board of the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation as one long-standing member leaves.
Cooks boosts reputation in Australia
Monday 6 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands Tourism ‘it takes a village’ roadshow in Australia showcased a growing destination that is committed to developing opportunities for its “most important market”.
E-marketing help could target Cooks
Monday 6 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Tourism in the Cook Islands could receive a boost – but a regional tourism body has not yet decided who to award the extra support to.
Pensioner supports tax reduction
Saturday 4 May 2013 | Published in Economy
A Cook Islander who receives the Australian pension is voicing concern the tax here on receiving the NZ pension is too high.
Innovation means business
Friday 3 May 2013 | Published in Economy
It’s no mean task to address the collective Pacific Islands’ $1 billion trade imbalance with New Zealand.
Paw paw partnership
Thursday 2 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Agriculture Minister Nandi Glassie, secretary Dr Mat Purea and Associate Minister Kiriau Turepu inspected grower Tauei Solomon’s paw paw plantation yesterday.
Subsidy in exchange for old fridges
Thursday 2 May 2013 | Published in Economy
Households are being offered a subsidy for a new fridge and freezer, in exchange for their old one.
Less tax could keep people here: DPM
Thursday 2 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The solution to the exodus of Cook Islanders to Australia is to adjust the tax system in the Cooks, said the Deputy Prime Minister.
Agriculture goes on paw paw tour
Thursday 2 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The agricultural ministry has high hopes the paw paw will become the ‘icon produce’ of the Cook Islands.
Hope for delicious cactai market
Thursday 2 May 2013 | Published in Economy
The associate minister of agriculture showed ministry staff around his daughters’ delicious cactai plantation yesterday.
Rumours celebrates luxury spa award
Monday 29 April 2013 | Published in Economy
Rumours Luxury Villas and Spa in Rarotonga has gained international recognition for its quality and service.
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