AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoVisitor Safety: Police say their weekend was relatively quiet, but the search continues for the motorbike rider who snatched a female tourist’s bag in Rarotonga; anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to come forward. Hospitality Staffing: Immigration is drafting a proposal for a 12-month pilot in 2027 to let young overseas visitors take short-term hospitality jobs through a simpler process with registered employers. Water Security: El Niño is heightening water-scarcity risks in the Southern Cook Islands, while the Northern Cooks are seeing more rain; tourism operators are urging visitors to conserve water. Visitor Services: Tourists can now apply online for a Cook Islands visitor driver licence before arrival, with applications recommended at least 48 hours ahead. Conference Tourism: A four-day gathering of about 650 delegates in Rarotonga is bringing business to accommodation providers, restaurants, transport operators and other local suppliers.
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