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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Kiwis eye Cooks holiday
Tuesday 27 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Local businesses want government to make way for Kiwis who are suffering “cabin fever” and dying to travel again.
Raro Sevens tourney moved to December
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The Raro Sevens Tournament which was scheduled for early next month has been moved to December.
Mauke plans major celebration
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
More than 300 people are expected to attend Team Mauke’s Cook Islands Games victory celebration this weekend.
Pacific battle in rugby series
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Cook Islands Rugby Union will host a Tri Series between Cook Islands, Samoa and Fiji, starting mid of next month.
Cook Islands Games 2022 announced
Monday 19 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Government will support the next Cook Islands Games to be held in two years’ time.
Regional trade agreement brings new hope to growers
Monday 19 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Local growers are excited by the prospect of a regional trade deal aimed at boosting Cook Islands’ export to neighbouring countries.
'Quiet' weekend ends in a bang
Monday 19 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Police were last night investigating an accident involving a truck which smashed into a Te Aponga Uira (power) pole near Avatiu harbour.
Quarantine free travel top agenda
Monday 19 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Prime Minister Mark Brown has congratulated New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on her re-election at the weekend.
New Covid-19 case pushes travel bubble talks back to square one
Monday 19 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Government will “immediately review” their current settings with regard to incoming passengers following new community Covid-19 case in New Zealand.
Three-way battle for Games title
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Intense battle expected in the remaining codes for top finish at the Cook Islands Games.
Athletes impress at the Games
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Aitutaki’s Peniasi Dakuwaqa and Patricia Taea scooped gold medals in the 200 metres sprints at the Cook Islands Games.
Raro maintains slender lead
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Athletics which starts today will be key to determine the winner of the Cook Islands Games.
Minister Angene shares the message of love
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Hundreds of Fijians residing in Rarotonga last night gathered at National Dome to celebrate Fiji Day.
Minister Arioka 'well suited' for BTIB portfolio, says PM
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Opposition has cautioned the government against spending money on establishing Punanga Nui Market as a separate Crown agency through legislation.
Tough tussle for overall title
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Team Rarotonga and Mauke are leading the open medal tally after day six of Cook Islands Games.
Football starts
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football
The 2020 Cook Island Games is in full swing all across Rarotonga as athletes of all codes can be seen participating.
'Great and grand church opening' on Mangaia
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Over 77 members of the Apostolic Church of Aitutaki, Atiu and Rarotonga have gathered on Mangaia this weekend for the official opening of their new church building ‘Jesus the True Vine Apostolic Oneness Church’ of Mangaia.
PM Brown to divest key portfolios in 2021
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Prime Minister confirmed other Cabinet ministers are keen to take on more responsibilities.
Lagoon - 'swimming pool'
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Aitutaki took an early lead after picking four gold medals on day one of the Cook Islands Games.
Mauke claims Handball gold medal
Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Handball, one of the first competitions at the Cook Islands Games, concluded on Saturday with Mauke claiming the gold medal.
