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PM on lengthy overseas trip

Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

PRIME MINISTER Henry Puna’s latest overseas commitments is expected to keep him away from the country for at least three weeks.

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NZ company awarded solar power contract

Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

A NEW Zealand business has been awarded the multi-million dollar contract to install solar photovoltaic plants in the southern group islands under the Cook Islands Renewable Energy Sector Project.

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Athletics to hold 21km race

Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Athletics Cook Islands is holding a half marathon this Saturday to help runners’ prepare for the upcoming Round Rarotonga Road Race (RRRR).


Paddle surf 'queen' is off to worlds

Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

STAND UP Paddle surfing “queen’’ Charlotte Piho will be representing Cook Islands at the 2016 ISA SUP World Championships at the infamous Cloudbreak in Fiji later in the year.

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Officials warn 'rude' spectators

Wednesday 24 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is disappointed with the behaviour of some spectators towards the match officials at their weekly The Bond Store Rarotonga Club 15s competition.

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Panthers claw way to victory in tight thriller

Monday 22 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

When Tupapa Panthers entered The Swamp over the weekend, they were on a mission.

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PM heads back to Fiji

Monday 22 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics

PRIME MINISTER Henry Puna is maintaining his busy travel schedule.


Assault trial set for September

Monday 22 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

CARLO POSADA will appear in the Cook Islands High Court for a defended hearing on September 6 on charges of assault on a female and driving while disqualified.


Unbeaten Eels face tough test

Saturday 20 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

AVATIU Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in The Bond Store Rarotonga Club 15s competition faces a major test today when the side hosts Tupapa Panthers in the feature match of the round.

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Bell rings for boxing's second Fight Night

Saturday 20 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

BOXING Cook Islands will be holding its second Fight Night of the year on Thursday next week starting at 6.30pm.


Feel good documentary a 'must-see'

Saturday 20 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment

WHEN THE song Poi E was played somewhere at the beginning of the movie Poi E – The Story of Our Song, my mind raced back to a much earlier time.

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Going mufti for badminton

Friday 19 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

WITH THE Bluesky Sports Arena closed due to suspected asbestos contamination from the scorched buildings at Tereora College, badminton enthusiasts are using the opportunity to fundraise for the development team heading to New Zealand.

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Big trial for U20 hopefuls

Friday 19 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

COOK ISLANDS Rugby Union head coach Stan Wright will be using the Arorangi Cowboys versus Titikaveka Bulls Under-19 match this afternoon as a trial for the national Under-20 team.


Cruise company wins global award

Friday 19 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

AN INTERNATIONAL travel and lifestyle magazine has presented Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruizes with an award for Cruise Company of the Year..

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Islands 'second home' for keen visitor

Friday 19 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

DAVE PARKER loves travelling.

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Ready to show the Wright way

Thursday 18 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

There is no lack of talent in rugby in the Cook Islands, but it’s the mindset of these talented players that needs to change.

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Kukis make most of their Rio visit

Wednesday 17 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Remaining members of Team Cook Islands at the Olympic Games in Brazil are using the opportunity to explore Rio de Janeiro before returning home next week.

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CIRU finalises Wright's visit

Wednesday 17 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union

Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) has finalised the programme of national head coach Stan Wright who will hold a series of sessions with local players this week. Wright, who will be coaching the senior and under-20 fifteens teams, was scheduled to arrive here late last night.


Ministers pave way for leaders' forum

Wednesday 17 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

PRIME Minister Henry Puna says the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting which he attended in Fiji last week has paved way for the Pacific Leaders Meeting to be held early next month.


Burned-out houses were not insured

Wednesday 17 August 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

THE RESCUE Fire Service has confirmed the properties destroyed by fire on Sunday night were not insured.


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