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Articles by Rashneel Kumar

Grandma Wichman just keeps on giving

Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

It’s safe to say that at 83, most grandmothers are definitely not thinking about picking up a hammer and doing some building.


Workshop teaches tsunami readiness

Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The Cook Islands may have a lower tsunami threat than other vulnerable countries in the Pacific Ocean, but we remain in the danger zone.

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Policy change needed to boost investment

Monday 23 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The Cook Islands should consider policies that will boost investment in the country, says Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) chief executive officer Teariki Vakalalabure.


Mangaia ready for cricket season

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket

After rain marred the start of the Mangaian cricket season opener last week, the participants are chomping at the bit to get some cricket action today.


Puaikura goes all out for much-needed win

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports

Puaikura face a “must win” situation when they host Takuvaine in the round 13 feature match in the Van’s premier men’s competition at home today.


Vaka Eiva teams ready to race

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

The Matson Vaka Eiva 2015 got off to a bright start with the Te Au O Tonga Turou and Akatapu Vaka (traditional blessing of canoes) at the Avarua wharf late yesterday.

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CIBA to start social badminton

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The Cook Islands Badminton Association (CIBA) will be hosting their social night competition starting this Monday.

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Winslet perfect fit in The Dressmaker

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

There aren’t many movies that you want to watch over and over again.

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Tiare festival kicks off

Saturday 21 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The 2015 Tiare Festival Week was launched yesterday at the Maire Nui Drive Market in downtown Avarua.

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Muri chases fourth consecutive title win

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Muri’s comprehensive win over Takuvaine last weekend sees the side heading into their fourth consecutive The Computer Man women’s cricket grand final to be held next weekend.


It's all go for Vaka Eiva!

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

It’s all systems go for the participants in the Matson Vaka Eiva 2015 as organisers wrap up preparation to present them with an spectacular event.

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CIRU suspends players, spectators

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports

The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) has dished out harsher penalties on intruders involved in the brawl during the Cook Islands International 7s final at the BCI Stadium earlier this month, than they have on the players implicated.


Scholarship opportunities in Hawaii

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Representatives from Brigham Young University and Polynesian Cultural Centre in Hawaii are keen to continue the university’s longstanding partnership with the Cook Islands.

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Tiare festival set for glamorous start

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

The 2015 Tiare Festival Week is set for a glamorous start this afternoon at downtown Avarua.


Drought conditions forecast

Friday 20 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local

Climate experts are warning that the El Nino that is in effect now for most parts of the Pacific could rival the 1997/98 event, which was the most severe on record.

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Trade days have something for all

Thursday 19 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

IN A BID to keep the tradition alive, the Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB), in conjunction with Vaka Eiva, is organising the Vaka Eiva Trade Day event on November 19 and 20.

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Aitutaki youngsters up for challenge

Thursday 19 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

Aitutaki Oe Vaka Club is bringing a strong team of 18 paddlers to participate in this year’s junior’s (Oe Mapu) competition during the Vaka Eiva Festival.

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Paddle art highlights vaka spirit

Thursday 19 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

THE VAKA Eiva Art Exhibition has been one of the major highlights in the annual paddling competition, and it will be no different this year.

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Adopt a School initiative takes off

Thursday 19 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

FROM A humble start in 2011, the Adopt a School initiative by the Vaka Eiva organisers has gained momentum to become a major part of the week-long paddling event.

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A clean environment priority for organisers

Thursday 19 November 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Paddling

KEEPING the environment clean is one of the major priorities of Matson Vaka Eiva 2015 organisers.

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