Economy
Cook Islands and New Zealand agree next steps towards quarantine-free travel
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands and New Zealand governments will confirm the timing for when removal of mandatory quarantine will take effect, next week.
Lights, camera, action!
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National, Technology
A group of passionate film and television experts has established the Cook Islands Film, Television and Video Industry Council to set up the country as a hot movie location.
Tourism to pay tribute to former leader
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Awards next week will pay tribute to former Tourism Industry Council president, the late Sue Fletcher-Vea.
Paradise is loading...
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Kiwis are being asked to start planning for their Cook Islands holiday with a new virtual 360 navigation tool.
Rapid survey for Covid assessment
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The coronavirus has devastated and changed the world. The unprecedented pandemic has killed more than 1.5 million people, plundered the livelihoods, and devastated the security and normalcy of societies, worldwide.
Shipping subsidies in spotlight
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
A shipping company says government will be creating an uneven playing field in the crucial industry of outer islands shipping if it proceeds with paying a subsidy to a rival operator.
Barge prepares for maiden voyage
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
The recently arrived barge MV Taunga Nui is preparing to embark on its first voyage to the Pa Enua.
Travel bubble uncertainty frustrates businesses
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Tourism operators want Cook Islands and New Zealand governments to provide more information on the status of the proposed travel bubble.
Businesses disappointed with no prospect for bubble before Christmas’
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
Despite an announcement from New Zealand’s Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins that a travel bubble between Cook Islands and New Zealand will not go ahead prior to Christmas, the Private Sector Taskforce remains optimistic.
Hope amidst despair
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
A latest survey shows 74 per cent of businesses in the Cook Islands are confident that they will survive the Covid-19 crisis.
Herman nominated for Deep Sea Heroes
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
Alex Herman, the Cook Islands Seabed Minerals Commissioner, has been shortlisted for the Deep Sea Heroes Award in the Innovation for The Depths category.
Finance ministry defends tender process
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
As a review takes place by the Audit Office after a public complaint, a government official has come out in defence of the tendering process for the Penrhyn Cyclone Shelter project.
Cook Islands prepares for PACER Plus regional trade agreement
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
The Government has recently conducted a series of consultations in the Pa Enua to educate people living there on the regional trade agreement deal.
ADB approve loan for Covid-19 support
Thursday 26 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
A loan recently signed by the Government will provide $20 million towards Covid-19 financial assistance for businesses and individuals.
New barge to arrive tomorrow
Wednesday 25 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands General Transport will welcome their new shipping vessel MV Taunga Nui as it is expected to arrive at the Avatiu Port tomorrow.
Bubble or go bust: survey says businesses burning through cash
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy, National
A new Private Sector Taskforce report reveals the stark reality of what the future looks like for many businesses in the Cook Islands if the country’s border remains closed.
Licences for four new internet service providers paves the way for competition
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Four new local internet operators have been granted licences in a bid to improve services and provide competition to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Local resort group wins big at travel industry's "Oscars"
Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Economy, National
A Cook Islands luxury and boutique beachfront resort group has claimed five continental and local titles in the World Travel Awards 2020.
Vaccine before visitors, ANZ Bank analyst says
Wednesday 18 November 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Economy, National
Stable finances and positive signs with the development of a potential Covid-19 vaccine is leading at least one analyst to suggest there should be no rush to open borders to international tourists.
Govt set to spend extra $15m in wage subsidy
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
The business community has welcomed a Government announcement to pay an additional $15 million in wage subsidy payments by extending the financial support programme until the end of February 2021.
