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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Tourism breaks April record
Friday 27 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Another month - and another historic achievement by the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation.
Weightlifter on regional board
Thursday 26 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands’ top female weightlifter Luisa Peters has been elected as one of the three vice-presidents of the Oceania Weightlifting Federation (OWF).
Hunter finishes fifth in Molokai Solo
Thursday 26 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands top female paddler Serena Hunter overcame grueling conditions at the Kaiwi Channel Solo Oc1 World Championship in Hawaii a fortnight ago to finish fifth in the open women’s race.
TFC set for another mini competition
Thursday 26 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Rain, hail or shine, the newly-formed Track and Field Club (TFC) Rarotonga is committed to continue with its weekly programme.
Heather and team bid farewell
Thursday 26 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Cultural Development Teariki Heather and his delegation has bid the Cook Islands team at the 12th Festival of Pacific Arts in Guam goodbye.
Bears eye U19 league title
Wednesday 25 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Pride will be at stake for the Arorangi Bears when they face Avatiu Nikao Eels in the Cook Islands Rugby League Association (CIRLA) domestic competition under-19 final this weekend.
CINAT makes impact at arts festival
Wednesday 25 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Arts and Theatre (CINAT) team had another exciting and busy day yesterday at the 12th Festival of Pacific Arts in Guam.
Titikaveka leads the charge for netball title
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Netball
Arorangi overcame Takuvaine in the Rarotonga Netball Club competition semi-final over the weekend to book its place in the premier showdown against the undefeated Titikaveka.
CIRU starts Rippa rugby preparation
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) has started preparing for the Bluesky Rarotonga Primary Schools Rippa Rugby tournament to be held in July.
Age group set for tough tussle
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
While all eyes will be on the top grade final at this weekend’s Cook Islands Rugby League Association (CIRLA) domestic competition showdown, the governing body is putting equal emphasis on the age group matches.
CINAT off to good start at Festival of Pacific Arts
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Cook Islands National Dance Theatre (CINAT) team has settled in well in Guam for the 12th Festival of Pacific Arts, which kicked off with a boisterous opening ceremony over the weekend.
Mitchell clarifies emission reports
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Contrary to reports that the Cook Islands is strongly opposed to control of shipping emissions, Foreign Affairs director of UN and Treaties division Josh Mitchell says the country has always backed authorities leading the charge on the prevention and control of pollution from ships.
Checks keep dengue at bay
Tuesday 24 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The Ministry of Health receives regular information from Rarotonga Hospital and keeping a close eye on dengue outbreaks in other parts of the Pacific, but no cases of the debilitating disease, spread by mosquitoes, have been discovered in the Cook Islands so far this year.
Eagles and Eels set for showdown
Monday 23 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Ngatangiia Sea Eagles are set for their fourth encounter with Avatiu Nikao Eels this season after a dramatic victory in the Cook Islands Rugby League Association premier semi-final over the weekend.
Ministers spread across the globe
Monday 23 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
At least three ministers are confirmed to be on official overseas duties this week.
Leagues' 'make it or break it' day
Saturday 21 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The claws are out and it’s the battle for survival for the two premier teams in the run for the Cook Islands Rugby League domestic competition title.
Movie an emotional rollercoaster
Saturday 21 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
It’s been an emotional week for me for various reasons, actually.
Avatiu marks passing of Papa Bruce
Saturday 21 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
People gathered in large numbers yesterday to farewell one of Rarotonga’s most loved man.
Papa Bruce leaves lasting legacy
Friday 20 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Bruce Sheriff Graham was giant of a man with a heart of gold so pure and bright that even after his demise, his goodness shines in people near and dear to him.
Cooks win 'Best Island in the Pacific' award
Friday 20 May 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands continues to gain international recognition as one of the finest tourism destinations in the world.
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