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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
MPs learn to be more effective
Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Peter Marshall challenged local Members of Parliament (MPs) to be on top of their game when it comes to scrutinising bills and attending select committee hearings.
Tender open for telecoms cable project
Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The tender for supply and installation of a submarine cable system which is expected to bring faster and more affordable internet to the Cook Islands, is now open.
Workshop helps MPs prepare for next sitting
Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Cook Islands Parliament will run a two-day bills workshop starting today at the Crown Beach Resort and Spa in Arorangi.
Jasons extend footprint in the Pacific
Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Rarotonga-based Jasons Travel Media (Jasons) continues to extend its footprint in the Pacific after launching the first Jasons’ American Samoa visitor map which will be available in market from this month.
Govt wipes out $18m in tax
Tuesday 6 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The government has decided to wipe out $18 million as part of a new initiative in their tax amnesty scheme.
All set for do-or-die Origin clash
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
The cricket season will come to a thrilling climax on Rarotonga today – weather permitting – as the island’s best go head to head for the 21 South Group Vaka of Origin title.
Govt gives $255,000 to rebuild vaka
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The government is handing more than a quarter of a million dollars over to the Cook Islands Voyaging Society to help rebuild the damaged vaka Marumaru Atua.
Origin series organisers hope sun will emerge
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Organisers of the 21 South Group Vaka of Origin Cricket Series III are expecting rain to subside by later today so they can host the men’s clash this weekend.
CI Tourism praised for good work
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation yesterday received praise for its work in promoting the country as one of the top tourism destinations in the world.
Mozzie proposal a success
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands was one of the four countries whose proposals to step up fight against the mosquito-borne diseases was successful at a recent TechCamp conference in Auckland, New Zealand.
Study shows harassment a real issue
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Sexual harassment by customers is a problem in the local tourism industry, a study conducted by Cook Islander Lisa Sadaraka has revealed.
Boost from extra visitors worth $32m
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands economy gained from around $32 million in extra spending generated by the 10 per cent increase in visitors last year compared to 2016.
'Blue blood moon' not so super here
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
While sky gazers across the world were treated to a “super blue blood moon” early yesterday, residents of Rarotonga missed out on the opportunity as excessive cloud kept the rare occurrence out of their sight.
Visitor numbers hit all-time high
Wednesday 31 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Visitor arrivals to the Cook Islands soared to an all-time high after the country welcomed 161,362 visitors to its shores last year.
Battle of the coaches in league
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The 2019 domestic rugby league club competition may be two weeks away but excitement is mounting as all seven teams prepare to get down to business when the season kicks off next month.
Country in no danger from first cyclone
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The Cook Islands is out of any danger that could potentially be caused by the first cyclone for this season.
Senior airport staff attend aviation meeting
Monday 29 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Two staff from the Airport Authority attended the Airports Council International (ACI) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) seminar in Fiji last week.
Panel to review country's minimum wage
Monday 29 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Internal affairs minister Albert Nicholas has confirmed the makeup of a minimum wage review panel to conduct the 2018 review of the current minimum wage rate of $7 per hour in the Cook Islands.
Cricketers hope for good weather
Monday 29 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
The Varo Media Country and Sky Pacific Town women’s teams have used the extra week gifted to them after last weekend’s washout to sharpen their skills before their clash in the 21 South Group Vaka of Origin III cricket competition today.
Touring cricketers come close to first win
Friday 26 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
The touring Cook Islands under-19 cricket side came close but it was not enough to get them their first win in New Zealand.
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