Economy
Kiwis ‘spending more’
Thursday 16 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
A review of Cook Islands tourism has revealed that although numbers are down from previous peaks, those visiting are spending more money and time here.
Bread price hike ‘likely’
Tuesday 14 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
A delayed shipment of flour, and an increase in flour prices, has led to one bakery considering upping the price of bread, while the Price Tribunal is also looking to review all the factors that go into the price of bread.
Ombudsman offices keen to share information
Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Freedom of information remains more important than ever in this Covid-19 world, New Zealand Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier says.
Henderson reappointed Financial Secretary
Thursday 9 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Garth Henderson has been appointed the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) – Te Tango Akatere’anga Moni o te Ipukarea for a third consecutive tenure.
Cooks strengthen maritime surveillance capabilities
Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for aerial surveillance services with Pacific Islands Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) director-general Dr. Manu Tupou-Roosen in Fiji last week.
Four recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours List
Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Four distinguished Cook Islanders were named the recipients of the prestigious Queen’s Birthday Honours to mark the Platinum Jubilee.
Agricultural Advisory Group tasked to stimulate growth
Tuesday 7 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The newly launched Cook Islands Agricultural Advisory Group (CIAAG) will serve as a public-private forum for issues facing the country’s agriculture sector.
Feeling the pinch of inflation
Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Everybody is feeling the pinch of inflation but what is it and what can be done.
Timely recruitment of workers
Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
The hotel industry has been welcoming Fijian workers in large numbers, as tourism returns to the Cook Islands at an increased rate.
Band-Aid on Band-Aid strategy: Crocombe
Saturday 4 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Rarotongan Beach Resort owner-operator Tata Crocombe has described the Fiji Labour Movement Airfare Support initiative as a band-aid on band-aid strategy.
Airport begins phase two of runway repairs
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
The second phase of the runway replacement slab project is currently underway at Rarotonga International Airport.
Cooks-China meet discusses future bilateral co-operation
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister discussed economic recovery, climate change resilience, health and transport with Chinese foreign minister during their virtual meeting on Wednesday.
All hail the Queen: Cook Islands sends best wishes
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is sending the country’s congratulations and best wishes to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth as celebrations begin in Britain and around the world for her Platinum Jubilee.
Raro taro ‘sold out’
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The demand for home grown Cook Islands taro in New Zealand is high, with 900 kilogram of air freighted chilled taro selling out in two days.
PM to visit Fiji and Australia
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has a busy travel schedule over the coming weeks.
Citizens Against Corruption to challenge DPM’s reinstatement in court
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Citizens Against Corruption (CAC) will challenge the reinstatement of Robert Tapaitau as Deputy Prime Minister in the High Court.
PM to speak with China foreign minister today
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown is set to speak with China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi today as he reaches the tail end of his Pacific tour.
Inflation rate hike ‘inevitable’, say businesses
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Economy, National
Inflation is set to rise to 4.3 per cent in the Cook Islands, the highest rate since 2008, and businesses are warning costs will be passed on to consumers.
Bill validates services of Parole Board
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
The Criminal Justice Bill 2022 which passed its third reading on Friday validates the service of the members of the parole board from December 2017.
Cooks-China talks rescheduled
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands is yet to hold discussions with the visiting Chinese foreign minister who on Monday urged the Pacific region not to be ‘too anxious’ about his country’s aims after failing to sign a sweeping trade and security communique.
