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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Simply sensational
Saturday 27 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, In Depth, League, Sports, Weekend
It takes a bit of convincing to get the victorious Arorangi Bears coach Bobby Hansen to agree to an interview. Hansen says he doesn’t like to “pre-empt things” and apologises for snubbing Cook Islands News for pre and post-match interviews during the season. The newspaper caught up with him during his work break in Aroa where he lays bare the secrets that led to Arorangi’s drought breaking win.
Leading from the front : Blood, sweat and tears of joy
Friday 26 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, League, Sports, Weekend
It has not been an easy road for the victorious Arorangi Bears premier men’s and Lady Bears teams who made a clean sweep in the Cook Islands Rugby Leagues 13s competition a fortnight ago. They overcame a jittery start in round one before storming through round two undefeated with the titles. Captains Basil Matapo and Stephanie Nooroa talk to Cook Islands News about their journey from dreamers to winners.
CIRL backs Qatar’s World Cup bid
Saturday 20 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League has welcomed Qatar’s bid to host the 2025 Rugby League World Cup after France withdrew its hosting rights.
Aitutaki’s One Foot Island beach among world’s best
Friday 19 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Go Local, National, Tourism
One of Cook Islands’ renowned beaches has been named among the world’s best in a recent poll.
Cook Islands Rugby League to use inaugural Tri Series as Pacific Games trials
Wednesday 17 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League is set to hold a Tri Nations Series competition featuring Cook Islands, Fiji Residents and Samoa/Tonga Residents next month.
Cargo cruise crew and passengers get a taste of the Cook Islands
Monday 24 April 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Tourism
The passengers and crew of cargo cruise liner Aranui 5 which completed her maiden voyage to the Cook Islands last week were entertained by local drummers and dance group at a special event on Saturday.
Teiotu re-elected CIRU president
Saturday 15 April 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) held its annual general meeting earlier this week to discuss its way forward following a challenging 2022 season.
Cooks U15 lose opener
Tuesday 11 April 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands lost its opening match to Fiji in the OFC Under 15 Boys Development Tournament which got underway in Auckland, New Zealand, yesterday.
Key bills in Parliament
Tuesday 11 April 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics
A number of key bills including amendments to the Crimes Bill will be presented in the second meeting of the 18th Parliament which starts at 1pm today.
Prime Minister sells the United States a seabed mining story
Wednesday 5 April 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in
Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown put forward his country’s case for seabed mineral mining at a series of meetings in the United States.
Titikaveka Bulldogs coach steps down
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The winless Titikaveka Bulldogs have been dealt with a major blow after losing their coach Meti Noovao who stepped down last week.
League starts Pacific Games preparation
Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports
In preparation for the Pacific Games later in the year, Cook Islands Rugby League is assembling their women’s rugby league squad today at the National Stadium in Nikao at 5pm sharp.
Tahiti route triples
Saturday 25 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism’s bid to grow back business from the high spending Northern Hemisphere market received a major boost following the agreement to increase flights between Tahiti and Rarotonga.
Cook Islands Football embroiled in leadership dispute following ‘dismissal’ of elected president
Tuesday 7 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is embroiled in a leadership dispute following the ‘provisional dismissal’ of its elected president which the regional and international governing bodies have deemed invalid.
Cooks financially secure for natural disasters, says PM
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, Local, National
With tropical cyclones creating havoc in neighbouring countries, Prime Minister Mark Brown says Cook Islands is ‘financially prepared’ for extreme weather events.
Jetstar adds extra flight
Tuesday 14 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, National, Tourism
Excellent demand even before the inaugural flight takes off, has seen Jetstar increase their year-round non-stop service from Sydney to Rarotonga to three times a week during peak travel periods.
TC Gabrielle affects Auckland-Raro flight
Monday 13 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Business, National, Tourism
Cook Islands tourism operators are hoping flights out of Auckland which is facing the wrath of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle, resumes today following cancellations yesterday.
‘The Lord saved our marriage’
Saturday 11 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, In Depth, National
Well known Cook Islanders Kevin and Tina Iro have been together for 37 years but their journey has not been smooth sailing. They parted ways in 2007 after ‘everything spiralled out of control’, but a divine intervention saved their marriage. They talk to editor Rashneel Kumar about the meaning of Valentine’s Day and the secrets to succeeding in their marriage.
League comp set to kick off
Wednesday 8 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition will kick off this Friday as five Rarotonga clubs set to vie for the title.
Vacancy: Online Editor
Monday 6 February 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in
Cook Islands News is currently looking for a full-time Online Editor to manage our website, drive digital content development, and carry out the newspaper’s digital strategy. This is a dynamic role for someone with proven experience in online media and content creation and looking to play a role in growing the newspaper’s digital footprint.
