Articles by Rashneel Kumar

Kata: Police under pressure

Monday 10 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

Solomon Islands does not want to be forced to choose sides: Foreign Minister

Monday 10 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

Solomon Islands Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele says the country joined an agreement with the US only after changes to wording relating to China.

Lawyer calls for review of legal system and institutions

Monday 10 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National

A senior barrister and solicitor is calling for a review of the ‘entire legal system and institutions’ following claims of inhumane treatment at Arorangi prison.

Cook Islands could expect ‘financial carrot’ from NZ Foreign Minister’s visit, says geopolitical analyst

Monday 10 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

The visit from New Zealand Foreign Affairs Minister and the signing of the statement of partnership between the two countries this week will ‘very likely include some financial carrots’, says a geopolitical analyst.

Cook Islands Games rugby 7s battle heats up

Friday 7 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

A new men’s champion will be crowned in the Cook Islands Games rugby 7s final tonight after defending champs Pukapuka failed to make the semi-finals.

Mangaia maintains Cook Islands Games lead

Thursday 6 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

Kukis name Rugby League World Cup squad

Monday 3 October 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in BREAKING NEWS, National

Cook Islands rugby league coach Tony Iro has named the national side in preparation for the Rugby League World Cup to be held in England from 15 October to 19 November, 2022.

United States to recognise Cook Islands as a sovereign state

Thursday 29 September 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics

The United States has committed to recognising Cook Islands as a sovereign state alongside Niue, “following appropriate consultations”.

Carving a niche in acting

Saturday 24 September 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features

When Dominic Ona-Ariki is not playing Detective Ariki Davis, a Cook Island Māori police officer in the New Zealand supernatural crime drama One Lane Bridge, he spends time discovering himself and his Cook Islands heritage.

Public holiday announced for Queen’s Memorial Service on September 30

Wednesday 14 September 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in

Prime Minister Mark Brown has announced that the Cook Islands will mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II with a National Memorial Service and one-off public holiday on Friday, September 30.

Cooks make impressive comeback

Tuesday 13 September 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports

Cook Islands has made a sensational comeback in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup East Asia-Pacific Qualifier with their second win yesterday.

Tabusoro thump Residents

Thursday 25 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Residents’ hope of claiming their first ever Tri Nations 15s Series title is over following their second loss last night.

Residents eye bonus point win

Wednesday 24 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

A bonus point win against defending champions Tabusoro Fiji will boost the Cook Islands Residents’ chances of claiming their first ever Tri Nations 15s series title.

School Garden Project gains momentum

Wednesday 24 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National

The School Garden Programme run by the Ministry of Agriculture with support of local non-governmental organisation, Te Korero O Te Ōrau, is gaining momentum.

Back to The Swamp

Tuesday 23 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The postponed second match of the Vodafone Tri Nations 15s Series will be held tomorrow at The Swamp in Avatiu.

National team picks up pace

Tuesday 23 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports

The Cook Islands cricket squad has picked up the pace in their preparation for the East Asia Pacific Sub-Regional Qualifying Tournament to be played from the 9th-15th September in Vanuatu.

Safe haven for vessels

Monday 22 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Weather

Cook Islands Meteorological Services director Arona Ngari said strong winds associated with the recent rainy weather have calmed down.

Tabusoro wary of wounded Residents

Saturday 20 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby Union will make a decision this morning on the second match of the Vodafone Tri Nations 15s Series following yesterday’s torrential rain.

Connecting people, places and possibilities

Saturday 20 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Features, Weekend

The resumption of commercial flights between Rarotonga and Tahiti a week ago has opened doors to opportunities other than tourism as Cook Islands looks for closer ties with traditional allies French Polynesia.

Residents remain hopeful

Friday 19 August 2022 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Cook Islands Residents will be going all out against defending champions Tabusoro – Fiji in their final Vodafone Tri Nations 15s Series match this weekend.