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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Rio bound sailors train in NZ
Thursday 18 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Rio bound sailing duo Teau McKenzie and Taua Elisa are attending a training camp in Auckland, New Zealand, in preparation for the 2016 Olympic Games which will be held in August.
Bidders visit island sites
Thursday 18 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Eight interested bidders for the solar photovoltaic plants under the Cook Islands Renewable Energy Sector Project for the southern group were in the country last week to inspect the project sites.
Alleged assault of disabled man
Thursday 18 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
Police have started investigating an alleged assault of a disabled person on the island of Atiu.
Police to get tough
Thursday 18 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands police are considering amendments to the existing laws to become more efficient in preventing road accidents.
Germinators, Nukz Power take lead
Wednesday 17 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Germinators have taken the lead in the men’s grade after the third round of domestic touch rugby competition at Nikao Field this week.
Revised fishing deal has a bonus for the Cooks
Wednesday 17 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands is set for a slightly increased number of fishing days after the Pacific Island Parties (PIPs) agreed to United States’ revised deal under the US Tuna Treaty.
Classic Pairs golf battle intensifies
Wednesday 17 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
There is a three-way battle in the men’s Classic Pairs after round 10 competition at the Rarotonga Golf Club on Saturday.
HOMs to focus on quality service delivery
Wednesday 17 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Heads of government ministries (HOMs) attended a two-day workshop last week to enhance their leadership qualities for better service delivery. Organised by the Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC), the workshop catered for 13 HOMs and three heads of crown agencies. OPSC human resource manager, Sharyn Paio, who facilitated the workshop, said they focused on strategic planning and leadership development during the workshop. She said they also had some presentations from participating ministries who shared examples of successful strategic planning. “We also looked at leadership development issues that relate to an improved service delivery,” Paio said. “The participants were very active, committed and professional and there was a lot of discussion and debate on how to improve the performance of the respective ministries.” Last week’s workshop was the second for the 2015-16 financial year with the final one scheduled for April. OPSC chief executive officer Daphne Ringi said as a participant, she found the workshop useful. She said it was a good way for the HOMs, both the continuing and the new ones, to equip themselves with relevant knowledge and skills to improve their ministries. “The facilitation of the workshop had been good. The key focus was our strategic planning and leadership development,” Ringi said. “This is the second of the three workshops that have been planned by OPSC for this financial year with the first one held in December and the final one to be held in April. “The one in April will be in relation to improving the leadership capability in our public service leaders. “This is in alignment with our public service strategy where we’re trying to lift the capacity and capability of our leaders as well as our workforce to improve our service delivery.” She said they have surveyed the HOMs on their performance which was the key area of focus with leadership development being part of their strategic planning. Ringi said they hope to improve the service delivery in the public service sector through improved performance based on the areas they have been focusing on in these workshops. “These are useful workshops for head of departments and we look forward to continuing workshops like this in future.”
Police failed again, says talkback host
Wednesday 17 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Deportation calls for the convicted Samoan attacker is unwarranted considering the level of charge the police made, says a local broadcaster.
Bulldogs crush Bears in league battle
Monday 15 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Indiscipline stood out like a sore thumb for host Arorangi Bears after they were given a rugby league lesson in round two of the domestic competition at Raemaru Park over the weekend.
All in except PM Puna
Monday 15 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Except for Prime Minister Henry Puna, the remaining Cabinet ministers will all be in the country this week.
Water intakes running low
Monday 15 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The brief rain late last week may have provided some relief but water levels at the catchments around the island remain a major concern for Infrastructure Cook Islands’ Water Works Division.
Mixed touch provides excitement
Saturday 13 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Touch Rugby
After a blistering start to their season last week, top mixed touch rugby teams recorded impressive wins in round two competition on Wednesday at Nikao Field.
Eels set their priorities right
Saturday 13 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) has confirmed they will impose a monetary fine on Avatiu Nikao Eels for forfeiting yesterday’s premier match against Aitutaki Sharks.
Cyclone Winston not a threat here
Saturday 13 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Cook Islands may start feeling the effects of Tropical Cyclone Winston with some rough seas by Monday.
Village festival a big success
Friday 12 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The scorching heat on Tuesday afternoon failed to deter children who turned up in large numbers at the opening Village Festival of the year.
Eels to forfeit Sharks match
Friday 12 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Aitutaki Sharks will not have to break any sweat to earn their first points in the 2016 Cook Islands Rugby League domestic competition today.
BTIB to boost trade at Pasifika
Friday 12 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Trade will be the centre of focus for the Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) in the upcoming Pasifika Festival to be held in Auckland.
Bluesky comes out clear in internet saga
Friday 12 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands telecommunications provider Bluesky has defended its system and given an assurance they are not “stealing megabytes” as claimed by some disgruntled customers in the past few weeks.
Cyclone Winstone watched cautiously
Friday 12 February 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
Cook Islands may face the brunt of Cyclone Winston by Thursday next week if the category two cyclone remains on its projected path.
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