Economy

Super fund advice shared through webinar

Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy

National superfund boss Damien Beddoes has welcomed government’s ‘think tank’ group’s suggestion that members should not withdraw any funds during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Economy


Audit report casts doubt on finances

Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

Opposition Democratic Party slams government over 'deeply concerning' findings by auditor.

Economy

Cook Islands expands prospects in Pacific regional hub

Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy

The presence of a Cook Islands High Commission in Fiji is expected to enable some opening of business opportunities for Cook Islands private sector.

Economy


Make your vote count

Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy

If you haven’t already voted in the 2020 New Zealand general election, you still have time to have your say.

Economy


Kuk i Net plans to offer cheaper Internet

Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy

Teenagers have begun taking advantage of free Wi-Fi access from local upstart internet provider, Kuk i Net.

Economy


Maritime borders formally established

Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

A multi-year effort to formally establish the nation’s maritime zones is being described by government as a “demonstration of sovereignty and agency over its extensive oceans resources”.

Economy


High demand for domestic travel

Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy

Covid-19 has decimated international travel options making domestic tourism and travel “the new normal”.

Economy


Making a sale in coronavirus led economic storm

Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

Along with the many tales of economic hardship brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic are examples of enterprise and resilience.

Economy


Survey reaffirms Cooks status as one of hardest-hit nations

Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

A recently-completed survey reaffirms previous reports that have found Cook Islands to be among the economically hardest-hit countries in the region from the Covid-19 pandemic.

Economy


Covid-19 'game Changer' for financial sector

Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy

Employing young Cook Islanders and passing on knowledge and expertise should be a priority for service providers at the Financial Services Development Authority.

Economy


Audit investigation finalised in work-release probe

Wednesday 7 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

An audit office investigation into the Corrective Services Minister’s top advisor getting a high-risk offender released from prison to work for his tourism business has concluded.

Economy


Unaffected businesses must increase super contributions

Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

Businesses deemed by superannuation board to not have been severely impacted by the economic downturn must increase their contributions, but some affected companies could have trouble paying up.

Economy

Tourism anticipates 'revenge travel'

Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy

Talks with the Cook Islands regarding a two-way air bridge between the two countries have resumed, and the negotiations are making “good progress”, says the New Zealand prime minister.

Economy

Paving a clearer road map for safety in the tourism Industry

Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Legacy Author | Published in Economy

“The actions of our promise will keep the Cook Islands safe,” stated former Prime Minister Henry Puna during the opening of Kia Orana Plus training video last week.

Economy


'Kua rongo au I to seva'

Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy

The new Avatiu ‘harbour’ bridge is two metres wider, 400 millimetres higher and takes on a rectangular underside shape as opposed to the old one.

Economy


Travel bubble expected by December

Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy

With a date set for the start of a one-way travel bubble between New Zealand and certain states in Australia, the question being asked is what about the Cook Islands?

Economy

Forum needs 'best possible Candidate'

Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

The challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to be one of the key factors in the appointment of the new secretary general of the Pacific Islands Forum.

Economy


$3.6m Avatiu 'harbour' bridge open to public

Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy

Avatiu residents will no longer have to fear damage to their homes or properties from heavy rain and motorists no longer have to detour following the opening of the new bridge.

Economy


Constitutional change

Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy

Parliament has voted to amend the Cook Islands Constitution to allow for recommendations on the Immigration Bill to take effect.

Economy

Tracking progress against achieving the Cook Islands 2020 vision

Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy

A multiyear initiative aiming to contribute towards achieving a higher standard of living among Cook Islanders concludes this year.

Economy

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