Economy
Puna to ‘step down’ as Pacific Islands Forum secretary-general
Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
A number of pacific island nations have temporarily rescinded their withdrawal from the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) in expectation of Henry Puna’s departure as secretary-general.
Calls to formalise high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific
Wednesday 16 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands, through Associate Minister for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tingika Elikana has called on the United States to formalise a high level dialogue mechanism with the Pacific if it is committed to deeper engagement with the Pacific.
Uncertainty in tourism sector
Tuesday 15 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Tourism operators are sensing a lot of uncertainty in New Zealand despite children aged under five now being welcome in the Cook Islands from March 1.
Late notice ‘unacceptable’
Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
Calls have been made for government agencies to disseminate Covid-19 related information in a timely manner to avoid further spread of the virus.
Cooks brace as first Covid-19 case reaches community
Monday 14 February 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands last night reported its first Covid-19 community case, bringing an end to the country’s two-year Covid-19 free run.
Work lost on Empire Bridge construction due to bad weather
Sunday 13 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
A week of work was lost on the Empire Bridge construction due to workers dealing with bad weather, says contractor Land Holdings’ representative John Batty.
Omicron ‘likely in our community’, says PM Brown
Saturday 12 February 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
A person who tested positive for Omicron in New Zealand was in Rarotonga earlier this week and ‘likely infectious’ while on the island.
‘Vote with your brains’
Saturday 12 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Former members of Parliament have a blunt message for voters as the nation enters election year.
‘A lot of work to be done to retain people’
Friday 11 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) leaders remain confident despite Covid-19 challenges as they meet for their annual strategy retreat.
Cook Islands’ human rights to be measured
Thursday 10 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
A New Zealand-based human rights initiative is once again looking for buy in from the Cook Islands to ensure the rights of people are not breached by the state or other people in power or with authority.
Are Pa Metua building ready end of Feb
Thursday 10 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The new Are Pa Metua building at the eastern end of the Punanga Nui Market (adjacent to the playground) is expected to be completed by the end of this month.
Former Police Commissioner receives recognition award
Wednesday 9 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
Former Cook Islands police Commissioner Maara Tetava has been recognised for his long service, dedication, and commitment to pacific policing by the Pacific Islands Chiefs of Police Secretariat (PICP-S) law enforcement agency.
Cops to get combat training
Wednesday 9 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Police officers will soon join prison wardens, probation and justice staff in elite close encounter technical combat system classes.
Cooks police receive new equipment
Saturday 5 February 2022 | Written by Sian Solomon | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands Police Service yesterday received some new equipment from the Australian government, including a brand new 4 wheel-drive truck, printer, and projector.
Punanga Nui Market ‘buzzing’
Saturday 5 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Three weeks on from the border opening, vendor confidence is on the rise at the Punanga Nui Market thanks to the increasing numbers of tourists on Rarotonga and an extended rent-free period for vendors.
New directors appointed to CIIC
Friday 4 February 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Seven new directors have been appointed to the Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) Group, announced Prime Minister Mark Brown, who is also the minister responsible for CIIC.
Over 1100 Kiwi tourists visited Cooks in a week
Thursday 3 February 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Economy, National
Since the country reopened its border to travellers from New Zealand the flow of visitors into the country has run smoothly, says Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health.
Domestic violence figures still a concern, Police say
Thursday 3 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Police are reporting ongoing concerns about domestic violence only one month into 2022.
Reclaiming work in Avatiu’s Vaimutu’uri stream starts
Thursday 3 February 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Contractors have started work on reclaiming the banks of the Vaimutu’uri stream at the Avatiu back road that have been severely eroded by the flash floods late last month.
Inflation forecast to soar
Wednesday 2 February 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands is feeling the Covid-19 crunch as inflation is forecast to hit 4 per cent in the 2023/24 year. It follows reports New Zealand’s annual inflation has hit a 30-year high of 5.9 per cent while the impacts are being felt across the Pacific and the rest of the world.
