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CI Tourism praised for good work
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation yesterday received praise for its work in promoting the country as one of the top tourism destinations in the world.
Intern loves MMR experience
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in Local
Tanga Morris, 21, has joined the Ministry of Marine Resources this month for a short-term internship before heading back to university in March.
Mozzie proposal a success
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands was one of the four countries whose proposals to step up fight against the mosquito-borne diseases was successful at a recent TechCamp conference in Auckland, New Zealand.
Study shows harassment a real issue
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Sexual harassment by customers is a problem in the local tourism industry, a study conducted by Cook Islander Lisa Sadaraka has revealed.
Pilot subsidy to start soon
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in Local
A pilot subsidy aimed at ensuring regular voyages are made by shipping companies to the northern islands is expected to be underway soon.
PSL vessel still sitting in harbour
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in Local
The reference to “both shipping companies” in a media statement from the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management yesterday, confirms the troubled Pacific Schooners Ltd (PSL) will not qualify for participation in a pilot subsidy for shipping services to the northern islands.
Signs detail cemetery's long history
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in Local
‘For the struggle and terrible pain that stopped your wandering steps in this distant place, for the longing and grief that remained in the hearts of your beloved parents, sisters and brothers.’
Cook Islands dancers travel Europe
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Published in Local
A dance team from the Cook Islands is helping to promote the country at key travel events across Europe.
Japan donates fire trucks
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Published in Local
The government of Japan has provided three emergency vehicles for the fire rescue station in Teimurimotia under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects.
Demand soars at Te Are Manu
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Published in Local
The police crackdown on dog registrations has led to a surge in owners looking to have their pets desexed, and vet clinic Te Are Manu is struggling to keep up with demand.
Rupe rumour raises wildlife concerns
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Published in Local
Rumours that native birds are being trapped and sold for food on Rarotonga have led to calls for local species to be protected.
Pacific leaders trip inspires Kokaua
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Published in Local
This month’s Young Pacific Leaders Conference in Hawaii was a life-changing experience for Te Ipukarea Society project officer Liam Kokaua, giving him skills he hopes to use to the benefit of the Cook Islands.
Visitor numbers hit all-time high
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Visitor arrivals to the Cook Islands soared to an all-time high after the country welcomed 161,362 visitors to its shores last year.
Speaker airs harassment issue
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Published in Local
Lisa Sadaraka, programme leader for the Bachelor of International Hospitality Management at AUT University, will be speaking to Cook Islands industry partners and community members at the Cook Islands Tourism Global Breakfast Update on Thursday.
Long wait for news on subsidy
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Published in Local
Cook Islands shipping companies are still waiting to find out if they will receive any of a promised $500,000 subsidy for the industry this year.
Senior airport staff attend aviation meeting
Monday 29 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Two staff from the Airport Authority attended the Airports Council International (ACI) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) seminar in Fiji last week.
Panel to review country's minimum wage
Monday 29 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Internal affairs minister Albert Nicholas has confirmed the makeup of a minimum wage review panel to conduct the 2018 review of the current minimum wage rate of $7 per hour in the Cook Islands.
Swimming lessons fun – and valuable
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in Local
A swimming lesson programme has given children plenty of fun these holidays.
Preparation key to first term of school
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in Local
With school starting again on Monday, the Ministry of Education has issued some advice to make the first term easier for both parents and pupils.
Tourism to host global update
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in Local
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is inviting industry partners and community members to their Global Breakfast Update on Thursday next week at the Edgewater Resort and Spa conference room starting at 8am.
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