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Panthers defending winning run

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to continue their unbeaten run in the domestic rugby league competition when they host defending champions Titikaveka Bulldogs at Victoria Park today.


Chef's love for photography pays off

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Jomel Bartolome says his second place win in the Memories of Summer competition will boost his passion for photography.

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Who are the real Cook Islanders?

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Cook Islanders are people who belong to the part of the Polynesian race indigenous to the Cook Islands, says Koutu Nui president Terea Mataiapo Paul Allsworth.


Steel sheeting donated to Red Cross

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

New Zealand High Commissioner Peter Marshall, on behalf of New Zealand based company National Mini Storage, was on hand Thursday to provide a huge donation to Cook Islands Red Cross.

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Super Fund worth close to $145m

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy

The members’ stake in the Cook Islands National Superannuation Fund is worth close to $145 million, according to the latest Fund performance as at January 31, 2018.


By-elections confirmed

Monday 5 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Island council by-elections for vacant seats in the district of Ngatiarua in Atiu and in Mauke will be held on April 3.


Men's triathlon all set to go

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The stage is set for the Annual Aroa Vegeland Men’s Triathlon, taking place tomorrow at 2pm from the Tikioki Tri site.

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Warriors forfeit battle with Sharks

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

Takuvaine (TKV) Warriors have decided not to travel to Aitutaki to face the Sharks in a round four premier battle supposed to be played later this afternoon.


Local plants have antiseptic properties

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health

Research conducted by medical experts shows that some Rarotongan plant products have antiseptic properties that can reduce the possibility of skin infections, vindicating the long-held beliefs of Maori medicine practitioners.

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Tiraa represents country at CYP

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Cook Islands National Youth Council president Sieni Tiraa represented the country at the ninth Annual Commonwealth Youth Parliament Conference in Jersey, England, this week.

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No 'junket trip' says tourism CEO

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Cook Islands Tourism Corporation chief executive officer Halatoa Fua has strongly denied claims that his staff are on a “junket trip” to the United States.


Muri vs Arorangi roading

Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Ngatangiia Opposition MP Tamaiva Tuavera has called government’s move to seek tenders for the road improvement project in Arorangi instead of his constituency as “politicking” and a “campaign” for the forthcoming General Election.


1975 team unites for Tereora show

Thursday 1 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture

Members of the first Tereora College team that went to a cultural show in New Zealand in 1975 will be reuniting tonight.

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Cook Islands rate low in antibiotic resistance

Wednesday 28 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health

Antibiotic resistance is increasing all around the Pacific Islands, but in the Cook Islands it is not a problem yet.

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CISNOC dismisses secretary general

Wednesday 28 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The board of the Cook Islands National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) has dismissed secretary-general, Robert Graham, following a review of his performance, this month.

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Eels and Panthers maintain leads

Tuesday 27 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels maintain their lead in the Cook Islands domestic rugby league competition after another comprehensive win over the weekend.

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Superannuation pension rate reduced

Tuesday 27 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The new pension rate for members turning 60 years of age from March 1, 2018, is reducing from $69 to $67 per $1000 invested.


Electoral roll call no indication of snap election

Tuesday 27 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

The call to update Cook Islands electoral rolls does not indicate an early General Election, says chief electoral officer Taggy Tangimetua.


2 Ministers overseas this week

Monday 26 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Finance minister Mark Brown left the country on last Friday on a personal trip to Australia.


Blues fall just short of Highlanders

Monday 26 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

The Highlanders have inflicted further misery on the Blues, adding to their lengthy drought against fellow Kiwi teams.

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