Economy
Sue Fletcher-Vea's legacy: 'Look out for each other'
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Economy
The loss of the tourism industry’s hard-working and compassionate leader reminds us to support each other through these difficult times, friends and family say.
Ready to come home
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Two hundred returning Cook Islanders and work permit holders who have registered with Te Marae Ora as part of the fourth repatriation process will be given priority to purchase tickets for the Air New Zealand June 19 flight from Auckland.
Plea to NZ: 'We are family, family support each other'
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
New Zealand Government’s travel ban serves as an effective blockade on the Cook Islands economy. Now business leaders are calling for the restrictions to be lifted.
Vexed travellers can't book flights
Tuesday 9 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern damps down hopes of an imminent Pacific travel bubble, as locals and tourists wait in frustration.
Innovation shown by upcoming entrepreneurs
Monday 8 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Locally made tiare maori perfume, a child safety motorbike harness, organically made ice cream and ice blocks and a device to monitor water flow.
Big Asian banks offer Covid help
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Two international development banks are working with government to provide medical supplies or finance.
Our favourite tourists return
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
One of the regular visitors to Cook Islands is back – and earlier than expected.
End to Sydney, LA flights puts subsidy up in the air
Thursday 4 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
New questions over $12 million Air New Zealand subsidy amid plans to resume flights.
Puna takes on Police portfolio
Thursday 4 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Prime Minister Henry Puna has taken over the Police portfolio in a Cabinet reshuffle.
'We need tourists, not aid'
Tuesday 2 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Economy
Pressure is mounting for the New Zealand government to make a Pacific bubble a priority along with – or ahead of – opening its borders with Australia.
Covid cover is jeopardised by lax employers
Tuesday 2 June 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Super Fund is in talks with government to crack down on employers defaulting on their contributions and premiums.
$100 saving off monthly power bill
Saturday 30 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Household will receive a $100 monthly discount on their electricity, for the next three months.
Fire razes restaurant at Aitutaki resort
Friday 29 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
An early morning fire destroyed parts of an exclusive Aitutaki resort yesterday, costing the business “millions of dollars”.
Four-day working week makes people 'happier'
Friday 29 May 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
The Catholic Bishop says Cook Islanders could move to four-day working weeks.
238 job vacancies despite Covid-19 slowdown
Thursday 28 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Even though there are dozens of people on the new unemployment benefit, businesses are taking the opportunity to reinvent and hire new staff.
July is goal to reopen border
Tuesday 26 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
It’s been two months since any tourists have visited the Cook Islands – but there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Six years and out for expat workers'
Tuesday 26 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
New law would set a time limit on how long foreign nationals can stay and work in Cook Islands.
$76m phase two of Covid-19 Economic Response Plan
Monday 25 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
Continued financial lifelines for people and businesses and economic recovery and diversification are main points outlined as part of phase two of the government’s economic response plan.
Businesses say 'stakes couldn't be higher'
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Economy
The Private Sector Taskforce has issued a white paper to the government that sets out a package of urgent stabilisation measures to help businesses and their employees survive the coming months.
Borders should open in July, says private sector
Saturday 23 May 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
One-fifth of companies say they are considering shutting down, and need the tourists back.
