19 Jun 2021

Labour shortages in the Cook Islands following NZ bubble

From Pacific Waves

It's been one-month since the travel bubble between the Cook Islands and New Zealand opened. 

Quarantine-free travel began on May 18th with a fully-booked flight from Auckland Airport to Rarotonga. 

While many businesses are experiencing a boom, labour shortages are a serious challenge. 

The Cook Islands has reopened to visitors, but everyone has to adhere to certain rules, including using the CookSafe app.

The Cook Islands has reopened to visitors, but everyone has to adhere to certain rules, including using the CookSafe app. Photo: RNZ / Jamie Tahana

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