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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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UN issue not in the agenda

Saturday 24 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

The United Nations (UN) issue will not be raised by the Cook Islands government and the Opposition during the Pacific Mission visit to the country next month.


Swimming lessons start for Puaikura kids

Friday 23 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The newly-formed Puaikura Aquatics Club was incorporated yesterday and at the same time it conducted a special swimming lesson for Year 4 pupils of Apii Arorangi at the Cook Islands Divers premises in Arorangi.

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Tax bills passed

Friday 23 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Parliament passed the Income Tax Amendment and VAT Amendment Bill before calling it sine die on Wednesday night.


Govt entities owing tax to benefit from write-off

Friday 23 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

Some government departments are among 1433 entities that will benefit from the massive tax write-off.


Tuka Tisam to coach top Fiji club

Thursday 22 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football

Former national football rep Tuka Tisam has been appointed the coach of a Fijian side playing in the top football league there.

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Sevens get support for HK campaign

Thursday 22 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

The Cook Islands Sevens team has received timely support from a local gym operator to help with their preparation for the Hong Kong Sevens in April.

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Airspace earns $300k annually

Thursday 22 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Cook Islands earn over $300,000 per annum from airlines using the country’s airspace, Prime Minister Henry Puna has confirmed.


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