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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Family forced into 14-day quarantine after breach
Monday 7 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A Rarotonga man had unauthorised close contact with one of the people who returned from New Zealand on Friday.
Father's Day in quarantine
Monday 7 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Brett Baudinet would have loved to spend his Father’s Day with his dad Brian and son Blake.
Dr Joe Williams passes on
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Former Cook Islands prime minister Dr Joe Williams passed away last night after a battle with coronavirus.
League welcomes proposed eligibility change
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
There is a push to let Pacific stars play Origin plus nation of their choice.
Youngest weightlifter shows her mettle
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
At 16, Cherie Timoti (pictured) is one of the youngest athletes competing in Olympic weightlifting at the upcoming Cook Islands Games.
A warehouse of quality products
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
When it comes to quality products and excellent customer service, look no further than the Vonnias Warehouse.
Food your dads love
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art
If your dad loves all things food, especially eating, then the best place to treat him this Father’s Day is OTB Bar & Restaurant.
Rashneel Kumar: As solid as the islands we stand for
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Editorials
About a year ago, I had the privilege of visiting Newseum – an interactive news and media museum that promotes free expression – near Capitol in Washington DC.
Cricket champs on track
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Turangi, Nikao share lead in the Rarotonga Cricket Club men’s competition.
Mobile monopoly extended
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
Covid-19 pandemic to have a negative impact on current and likely future telecommunications revenues.
Double header
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers eye top finish in local rugby union competition.
New Tourism Industry Council president talks tough
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weekend
It’s not textbook management. But Liana Scott doesn’t care. The tourism boss’s forthright style gets results – and if others won’t step up, she will.
Rock'n'raising funds: What's new pussycat?
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Elvis tribute artist Paul Napa is promising a lively show at next week’s Te Are Manu fundraiser.
Fibre switch-over: Surf's up in Aitutaki
Saturday 29 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
With yesterday’s internet switch-over, Aitutaki becomes one of the smallest fibre-connected islands in the world.
Big hitters set cricket records
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Turangi lead the local cricket competition after a record-breaking win last weekend.
Te Marae Ora advises those stranded in NZ
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
The Government will not be rushed into opening a quarantine facility in Auckland, says a spokesperson. Jaewynn McKay said the safety of Cook Islanders remained the top priority, with a ban on inwards travel.
Couple goals
Thursday 27 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Couple Ine and Tim Sosene from Arorangi run a photography and video business called Angle but that’s not all they do together. They both love weightlifting.
Customs train up to manage free trade in coronavirus era
Thursday 27 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Cook Islands has undertaken Customs administrations training in preparation for the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations (PACER-Plus).
Public say in a new cellphone company
Thursday 27 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
The public is to be consulted extensively about the legal framework before a new phone operator can be licensed to compete with Vodafone.
Air border closure extended
Wednesday 26 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Cabinet has decided to extend the temporary total air border closure for inwards passenger travel with no exemptions.