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Cook Islander leads against Lions

Friday 2 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

When the New Zealand Provincial Barbarians will take the field against the British and Irish Lions tonight, a Cook Islander will be leading the charge.

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Population figures delayed

Friday 2 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Confirmation of the latest Cook Islands population figures has been delayed following technical problems with the compilation of data from the 2016 national census.


Athletics geared up for Kumete Sports

Thursday 1 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Athletics Cook Islands will be hosting the annual Kumete Sports competition, starting this weekend.

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UFC heavyweight on his way here

Thursday 1 June 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) heavyweight Mark Hunt will arrive in the country tomorrow for this weekend’s Fight Night.

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18 teams register for Volleyball

Wednesday 31 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Eighteen teams have been finalised for the Prime Foods Mixed Social League Volleyball, which kicks off this evening at the Bluesky Sports Arena in Nikao.

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Mauger joins Manu Samoa as assistant

Wednesday 31 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Former All Blacks Aaron Mauger, who is of Cook Islands descent, has been appointed the new assistant coach of the Samoa XVs team.


Atiu community 'walks the talk'

Wednesday 31 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands

The Atiu Rarotonga Community has set a target of collecting $50,000 from the Atiu Gala Day which will be held this Friday.

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A month's notice for Games hosting

Wednesday 31 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The Pacific Games Council (PGC) has given the Tongan authorities a month to make a final decision on the hosting of the 2019 Pacific Games.


Nine teams for Te Maeva Nui

Wednesday 31 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture

Nine teams have been confirmed to participate in this years’ Te Maeva Nui celebrations.


Dogs bleed blue for big win

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

The sea of blue went crazy at the BCI Stadium on Saturday afternoon when Titikaveka Bulldogs put on a smashing performance to claim the domestic rugby league title.

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D-Day in battle of the brains

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

More than anything, today’s premier league showdown between Avatiu Nikao Eels and Titikaveka Bulldogs in some way, may well be a battle between the brains behind these teams.

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Tamarua looks forward to big challenge

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

History-making Rochelle Tamarua expects a good, clean rugby league in the premier final at the BCI Stadium in Nikao today.

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Pirates of the Caribbean still under full sail

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment

When I was referred to a damning review of the latest Pirates of the Caribbean movie from a well-known US entertainment magazine, I decided not to take a peek.

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Pink Shirt Day grabs attention

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Rotaract Rarotonga is pleased with the response from the public towards their Pink Shirt Day awareness against bullying at schools, workplaces and in communities.

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Best tourism destination again!

Monday 29 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The Cook Islands have been once again named the “Best Pacific Island Rim” destination, beating top tourist destinations such as Bora Bora, Bali and Hawaii.

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League fans in for a spectacle

Friday 26 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

Fans are in for a treat in tomorrow’s domestic rugby league finals that will be held at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.


15 teams ready for Volleyball

Friday 26 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Fifteen teams have been confirmed for the Prime Foods Mixed Social League Volleyball, which gets underway next week.

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Glassie 'excited' at VP nomination

Friday 26 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Health minister Nandi Glassie has been nominated as one of the vice-presidents of the 70th World Health Assembly, now underway in Geneva, Switzerland.

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Exciting adventure awaits park ranger

Friday 26 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Tuaine “Katu” Teiti Jr is stepping out of his comfort zone and heading out for a lonely, yet exciting adventure.

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Female ref for league finale

Thursday 25 May 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League

New Zealand-based referee Rochelle Tamarua will officiate the domestic rugby league premier final between defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels and Titikaveka Bulldogs this weekend.

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