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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
CIP govt remains in caretaker mode
Wednesday 20 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Incumbent prime minister Henry Puna and his government will remain in caretaker mode, with limited power, until the new government is finalised.
MMR launches aquatic biosecurity strategy
Wednesday 20 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) yesterday launched the Cook Islands National Aquatic Biosecurity Strategy, which will serve as a roadmap for setting national standards for imports, exports and for the health management of aquatic species.
Napa has support for PM job
Tuesday 19 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
An online campaign has started on social media website Facebook in support of a bid to appoint the country’s first female prime minister.
Judging begins for Vaka Pride and Te Vaka O Ru
Tuesday 19 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
The Vaka Pride committee started their quarterly judging for round nine competition yesterday.
Marsters set for Kiwis debut
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islander Esan Marsters is set to make his debut for the Kiwis after being included in the New Zealand side for the Test match against England on June 23 in Denver.
Youth council welcomes Te-Hani's election win
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Cook Islands National Youth Council (CINYC) has welcomed Te-Hani Brown’s historic election win in Thursday’s general election.
Tapaitau ready to be island voice
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Independent candidate Robert Tapaitau says the people of Penrhyn will now have a voice through him.
Kukis contracted to NRL women's comp
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL) has revealed 20 female marquee players, including three Cook Islanders, for the new Women’s NRL Competition.
Fire wrecks iconic store in Arorangi
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The iconic Friendly Mart Store in Arorangi was destroyed by fire on Thursday night.
CIP still hopeful despite odds
Monday 18 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands Party (CIP) remains hopeful of some good news when the final counting of votes from the general election is finalised later this month.
Workshop focuses on domestic violence
Friday 15 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A three-day workshop on domestic violence last week helped participants to understand the different forms of abuse victims can be subjected to in a domestic setting.
'Nervous' voter has her say...
Friday 15 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
A first-time voter in the 2018 general elections said she faced a mammoth task in making what she considered the right choice heading to the polls yesterday.
Mother, daughter make a clean sweep
Friday 15 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Mother and daughter, Rose and Tehani Brown, made a clean sweep in Atiu winning the Teenui-Mapumai and Tengatangi-Areora-Ngatiarua seats, respectively, in yesterday’s general elections.
RWC hopes still have life
Thursday 14 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Hong Kong had double cause to celebrate on Saturday after their 39-5 victory over Korea not only gave them a first-ever Asia Rugby Championship title, but also kept their hopes of qualifying for Rugby World Cup 2019 alive.
FIFA World Cup live on TV
Thursday 14 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football
Residents of Rarotonga and other islands which have the services of Cook Islands Television (CITV) will be able to enjoy the FIFA World Cup live from the comfort of their living rooms.
Majority against tourist limit
Thursday 14 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Fifty per cent of Cook Islanders are against the idea of putting a cap on the number of tourists visiting the country.
'Samoan bull' holidays in the Cooks
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Former Manu Samoa captain Census Iopu Johnston is in the country for a well-deserved break from the French Top 14 rugby competition.
Leaders upbeat about chances
Wednesday 13 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The leaders of the Cook Islands Party (CIP) and Democratic Party are both optimistic of their chances heading into tomorrow’s general elections.
Table tennis event hailed a success
Tuesday 12 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Table Tennis Cook Islands is pleased with the outcome of the international events it hosted at the Bluesky Sports Arena last week.
Nicholas is back, ready for elections
Tuesday 12 June 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Internal Affairs minister and Cook Islands Party candidate Albert Nicholas is back in Rarotonga, well and ready to serve the people of his RAPPA constituency for another term.
