Economy
Cook Islands to work with other Pacific Island nations to sustainably use fisheries
Tuesday 11 July 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands has teamed up with five other Pacific Island nations to develop a framework for the sustainable use of a “key” fishery.
Reports finds arching solar panel connectors triggered Rarotonga International Airport blaze
Tuesday 11 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Electrical arching from the solar panel connectors have been found to be the cause of a blaze that tore through the roof of the Rarotonga International Airport.
Brown confirms International Atomic Energy Agency mission to Rarotonga
Monday 10 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The Pacific Islands Forum Chair, Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown will receive a high-level mission from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) led by Director-General Rafael Grossi in Rarotonga today.
More cruise ships expected in Raro as visitor numbers swell
Saturday 8 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Thirteen more cruise ship visits are expected between now and the end of the year, says Cruise Cook Islands Stuart Henry.
Plans to rebuild Head of State’s official residence
Wednesday 5 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
There are plans to rebuild an official residence for the Head of State more than 10 years after the existing building was deemed not fit for purpose.
Hundreds of Pacific academics gather on Rarotonga to connect and share research
Wednesday 5 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Education, National
Hundreds of delegates from across the blue Pacific have gathered on Rarotonga for the Pacific Island Universities Research Network (PIURN) conference.
Revenue and Customs staff moved amid asbestos concerns
Tuesday 4 July 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Asbestos has presented an “unacceptable risk” to Revenue Management Division and Customs staff in Rarotonga, forcing Ministry of Finance and Economic Management to close the Avarua office.
‘Government can’t stop foreign workers from leaving the country’
Monday 3 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown says there is nothing the government can do to stop people from leaving the country.
Puna reiterates support to Cook Islands
Monday 3 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The Secretary General of the Pacific Islands Forum has reiterated support to the Cook Islands as host of the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders meeting in November.
“Tough” Budget passed in Parliament
Saturday 1 July 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Parliament has officially passed the Budget after a grueling two-week session.
Former Prime Minister’s visit part of the Pacific Islands Forum meeting preparations
Friday 30 June 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The Cook Islands’ preparations to host the 52nd annual Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting ramped up this week with an official visit from Forum Secretary-General Henry Puna.
PM Brown clarifies new regulations of Immigration Act
Friday 30 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister and Minister for Immigration and Foreign Affairs Mark Brown says the new regulations of the Immigration Act 2021 were based on the sentiments of the Cook Islands people on foreign workers at the time.
Inaugural Jetstar Sydney flight arrives to a warm welcome
Friday 30 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Tourism
Jetstar celebrated a significant milestone as its inaugural flight from Australia touched down yesterday in Rarotonga on a clear crisp morning, arriving to a warm cultural welcome and island hospitality.
National Security policy launched
Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has launched the country’s first-ever national security policy, calling on for greater cooperation in the Pacific.
Jetstar launches new route to strengthen tourism and connectivity
Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Jetstar, one of the leading low cost airlines made history this morning with the launch of its first direct flight from Sydney, Australia to Rarotonga.
Cook Islands Starlink ‘users’ warned
Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National, Technology
Starlink is not officially in the Cook Islands market, but several users have already taken advantage of its infrastructure.
Privilege to be in the Cook Islands, says Australian Governor-General
Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Australian Governor-General, David Hurley says it is a privilege to be in the Cook Islands and celebrate the friendship between the two nations.
Flight from New York to Auckland makes stop in Rarotonga
Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
A plane that was returning to New Zealand from New York had to make an emergency landing in Rarotonga after previously being stuck on tarmac for about five hours.
PIFS Secretary-General home on first official visit
Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional
Secretary-General of the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS), Henry Puna, received a warm welcome home on Monday, on his first official visit to the Cook Islands since becoming the Secretary-General in 2021.
Australian Governor-General arrives in the Cook Islands
Tuesday 27 June 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Australia, Economy, National, Regional
Australia Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley, and his delegation arrived in Rarotonga yesterday morning on an official visit to the Cook Islands. SUPPLIED
