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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
THOMAS WYNNE: Walking in the shoes of others
Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Opinion
We should never let oppressive attitudes, especially by some of those in authority, spoil the kindness and generosity within us.
Tough battle looms in Rarotonga club cricket showdown
Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports
Matavera will have to battle hard in order to retain the women’s title in the Rarotonga Cricket Club competition final today.
Sharing the magic of Christmas
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Baby sharks, Olaf the snowman, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Shrek were just some of the special guests who made appearances at this year’s Tropical Christmas Parade.
Third time’s a charm
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
After two unclaimed winners, the CookSafe finally has a winner for its Tag In competition.
Nikao, Matavera through to Rarotonga cricket final
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports
Nikao men and Matavera women teams are through to the Rarotonga Cricket Club competition showdown this weekend. They will take on Turangi in the respective finals this Saturday.
LETTER: Subsidising the local shipping industry
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Why doesn’t the government work with (Tapi) Taio, who’s an experienced entrepreneur and a local expert in the shipping industry? Is it because he’s a Demo stalwart?
IOC boss applauds Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) has once again been praised for organising the Cook Islands Games in October this year.
Raro Sevens Tournament gets underway
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Local rugby fans can expect a fast, action-packed show at the Raro Sevens Tournament.
Working together to create the next national blueprint
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment, National
More than 200 people turned out at the national “Our Cook Islands Legacy National Sustainable Development Agenda 2020+ Forum” at the Domes yesterday.
Travel bubble uncertainty frustrates businesses
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Tourism operators want Cook Islands and New Zealand governments to provide more information on the status of the proposed travel bubble.
Teen charged with stabbing
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
A man was hospitalised in critical condition after being stabbed during a booze-fueled argument over the weekend.
Tri Nations showdown set for Friday
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The winner of Friday's clash between Cook Islands Residents and Samoa Residents will claim the inaugural Tri Nations series title.
Mauger boost for Pacific rugby
Tuesday 24 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Newly-formed Moana Pasifika team has brought hope to Cook Islanders and other Pacific rugby players.
Captain leads by example
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Samoa will take on Cook Islands in the Tri Nations series decider this Friday.
Licences for four new internet service providers paves the way for competition
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Four new local internet operators have been granted licences in a bid to improve services and provide competition to Vodafone Cook Islands.
Adapting to food and nutrition security needs
Monday 23 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Ministry of Agriculture is urging local growers to maintain the health of their soils amidst fears Covid-19 pandemic could spark a food crisis in the Pacific.
Samoa edges Fiji in Tri Nations action
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Samoa Residents beat Fiji Residents 22-21 in a nail-biting Tri Nations match at Raemaru Park in Arorangi last night. Fiji who lost the opener against Cook Islands 10-15 a week ago, led 16-13 at halftime against Samoa.
Criminal cases adjourned for callover in December
Saturday 21 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
A number of cases that were brought before the Criminal Court this week were adjourned to a later date. Itio te ra Putaura Matakino, who is facing charges relating to assault on a female, entering with intent and obtaining by false pretence, had his matter adjourned to December 17. Defence counsel Norman George requested Justice […]
The battle of Pacific heavyweights
Friday 20 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Fireworks are expected on and off the field when arch-rivals Fiji takes on Samoa in the inaugural rugby series.
Holmes inspires upset win
Thursday 19 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Queensland Maroons hold off late NSW Blues surge to win 20-14 in Brisbane. Valentine Holmes, who has maternal links to Cook Islands, scored the opening try in the final leg of State of Origin series
