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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Health secretary appointment questioned
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Former police officer Bob Williams has been appointed the acting Secretary of Health while the hunt for a permanent head of ministry continues.
Cut-throat discounting among tourism operators discouraged
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Tourism operators are being advised not to compete against each other if an expected travel bubble with New Zealand comes to fruition in the first quarter of 2021.
Water intakes at critical level as dry spell continues
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga's water Authority, To Tatou Vai, warns people may end up paying for water to be trucked in if the dry spell continues.
Man injured in workplace accident
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
An investigation is underway to determine the facts surrounding an incident that left a truck driver seriously injured.
Takairangi joins Super League club
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Super League club Hull Kingston Rovers is excited with the depth Brad Takairangi will provide in a number of positions after signing the Cook Islander on a two-year deal.
New airline set for takeoff
Monday 14 December 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands businessman Mike Pero has renamed his new airline Pasifika Air but says serving Rarotonga remains his primary focus.
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.
