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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
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
Govt set to spend extra $15m in wage subsidy
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
The business community has welcomed a Government announcement to pay an additional $15 million in wage subsidy payments by extending the financial support programme until the end of February 2021.
Mike Pero hopes regional award will inspire others
Tuesday 17 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands real estate mogul Mike Pero was honoured with a prestigious award at a regional business event in Auckland over the weekend.
Returnee in quarantine cops ‘unwanted criticism’
Monday 16 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
A parent of one of the returnees who has been put in quarantine is disappointed with Te Marae Ora health ministry’s public response on the matter.
Health secretary resigns, will vacate position in February 2021
Friday 13 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health Secretary Dr Josephine Aumea Herman has tendered her resignation.
New chair’s appointment to key government agency questioned
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Questions have been raised over the appointment of ‘controversial’ local broadcaster George Pitt to the role of Business Trade and Investment Board chair.
Cricket’s top of the table clash
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket, Sports
Tit-for-tat battles are expected in the final rounds of Rarotonga Club cricket competition.
Fiji Residents eye flying start
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Domestic competition stars to boost Fiji Residents team at the Tri Nations rugby series.
Questions raised over recruitment for key public service roles
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
Government assures they are following due process for the advertising, selection and appointment of two senior government positions.
PM Brown says travel bubble talks "moving positively", as NZ officials plan to inspect Cooks
Monday 9 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Quarantine free travel between Cook Islands and New Zealand likely to start “a couple of weeks” after both sides have reached an agreement.
Community Covid in NZ draws local concern
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Traditional leaders are calling for the reinstatement of supervised quarantine on arrival following two new Covid-19 community cases in New Zealand.
NZ MP Cook Islander at heart
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics
Munokoapoto Williams paid tribute to the support she received from her Cook Islands community after taking on top role in New Zealand government.
‘A traumatic and difficult election to watch’
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga-based American weighs in on the US election.
Honour the ‘gentlemen’s agreement’: Demos
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics
Threats from Micronesian countries to pull out of the Pacific Islands Forum should be taken seriously, says the Opposition leader.
Sumatra: The last place on Earth
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art, Features
A local photographer hopes to bring Cook Islanders closer to an experience that will open their eyes to what many describe as one of world’s worst industries; the palm oil industry in Indonesia.
