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Cook Islands General Information
| Language: | Cook Island Maori, English |
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| Electricity: | 240V AC 50Hz |
| International Direct Dialing Code: | 682 |
| Driving: | Driving is on the left. Cook Islands Driving Licence required, available from the Police Station in Avarua on presentation of National licence or International Driving Permit (fee NZD 10-15) |
| Currency: | New Zealand Dollar (NZD 1 = 100 Cents). Supplemented by local coinage (domestic use only) |
| Business/Social Hints: | In business an informal attitude prevails. The minimum drinking age is 18 years |
| Public Holidays: | 2010 1-2 Jan New Year, 4 Jan New Year Holiday, 2 Apr Good Friday, 4 Apr Easter Sunday, 5 Apr Easter Monday, 25 Apr ANZAC Day, 7 Jun Queen`s Birthday, 25 Jul Rarotonga Gospel Day, 4 Aug Constitution Day, 26 Oct National Gospel Day, 25-26 Dec Christmas |
| Emergency Services: | Police: 999. Fire: 996. Ambulance: 998 |
| Clothing: | Light clothing throughout the year with warmer wear for cooler evenings. Be prepared for rain at any time |

