Economy
Hawaii poses threat
Monday 18 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Tourism head honchos are not predicting such a large increase in tourism numbers as last year due to a challenge to the Cooks from Hawaii.
Smoke alarms for visitor safety
Monday 18 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Tourists can now sleep easy – since the new tourism accreditation scheme was introduced last October, over 200 smoke alarms have been sold to accommodation providers in Rarotonga.
Nodules presentation at Papaaroa
Monday 18 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The Seabed Minerals Authority launched the first in a series of presentations to schools on Rarotonga last Wednesday.
An exit strategy for aid
Monday 18 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Private consultant Petero Okotai has an Honours Degree from the University of Auckland and has recently returned after a year as a leadership fellow at the East West Center in Hawaii.
Steady increase in visitors
Saturday 16 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The number of visitors to the Cooks rose by 7.5 percent last year from the year before, which is being credited to a steady increase of tourists from New Zealand.
Agriculture input more than 2%
Saturday 16 February 2013 | Published in Economy
According to official figures, the agriculture sector contributes 2 percent to the economy – but the finance minister does not believe this is accurate.
Donors asked for budget support
Thursday 14 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The financial and economic outlook presented to development partners on Tuesday seemed hopeful.
Excellence the aim, but not there yet
Thursday 14 February 2013 | Published in Economy
When the economy does well there is more pressure on public servants, says the public service commissioner.
Focus on agriculture at meet
Thursday 14 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Development partners may be sweetened towards agriculture – delegates at an annual roundtable meet were given plates of juicy pineapple, pawpaw and two types of dragonfruit to sample as they listened to a presentation from the agricultural ministry.
No plans for cannery
Thursday 14 February 2013 | Published in Economy
There are no plans for a cannery operation to be set up in Rarotonga.
Tax agreement signed with Greece
Wednesday 13 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands and Greece and have agreed to promote international co-operation in tax matters and will exchange information on taxpayers under investigation if needed.
Tight tax system needed
Wednesday 13 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Around 40 members of the public interested in what will happen to their money in the future showed up to a tax review meeting on Friday.
Fish plant denied by BTIB
Wednesday 13 February 2013 | Published in Economy
A Chinese-owned onshore fish processing plant in Rarotonga has not been granted approval by the government.
Donors meet today
Tuesday 12 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Discussions are being held today to help the Cook Islands work better with international donors.
Aussies attracted to the Cooks
Monday 11 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Visitors to the Cooks from Australia last year have had a marked increase – and an Australian tourism manager says it is down to targeted advertising.
Have your say on what you pay
Friday 8 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Have your say on the country’s future tax system at a public meeting on the topic today.
Views on tax sought
Wednesday 6 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The government is conducting a review of the tax system and the public is invited to contribute this week.
BTIB launch new business software
Wednesday 6 February 2013 | Published in Economy
The Business Trade and Investment Board (BTIB) is making it easier for small business owners to manage their finances by offering new computer software and training.
Mentors offer their support
Tuesday 5 February 2013 | Published in Economy
A free business mentoring programme that pairs experienced New Zealand business owners up with Cook Islands counterparts has been extended to Aitutaki for the first time.
Air NZ awards finalist
Monday 4 February 2013 | Published in Economy
Air New Zealand has been named a finalist in global awards which recognise sustainable tourism best practice.
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