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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
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.
Tourism anticipates 'revenge travel'
Monday 5 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Talks with the Cook Islands regarding a two-way air bridge between the two countries have resumed, and the negotiations are making “good progress”, says the New Zealand prime minister.
Parliament drama 'totally unnecessary'
Friday 2 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
A former Clerk of Parliament says the confidence motion in the new prime minister tabled by former PM Henry Puna “was not required”.
Journey of discovery for Team Palmerston
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Palmerston’s participation at the Cook Islands Games would not have been possible without the support from the mamas and papas.
Aitutaki pride at stake
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Team Aitutaki is leaving no stone unturned in their bid to ensure a golden performance at the Cook Islands Games.
Cook Islands Games weightlifting profile
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Name: Dan-Olaf Rasmussen (Olaf)
Traditional leaders call for new water bill
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
If government is adamant that householders will be charged for water, then landowners should be entitled to the annual royalties, says the Koutu Nui.
Horror crash!
Monday 28 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Male motorbike driver involved in a horrific crash over the weekend was not wearing a helmet.
