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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
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.
Vaccine promised to Pacific
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Australia vows to share with ‘our family in the Pacific’.
Decision whether to allow returning residents
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A decision on the proposed quarantine facility in New Zealand is expected today.
Promise of uncapped internet – for a price
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
Competition commissioner expects to approve licence for new internet provider, in competition with Vodafone.
New JPs sworn in
Monday 24 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Four new Justices of the Peace have been appointed to ease the workload of those deciding court matters.
Covid-19 impacts internet cable
Monday 24 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
Cable has been ready to be switched on for a month, but Vodafone denies any delay.
Eels fired up for Panthers clash
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers wary of “hurt” Avatiu Eels.
Finding space: Song of love Koe Anake goes global
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
There are videos of girls dancing to his beats in Mexico. They’re listening in Nigeria too. One thing is certain, Cook Islander Emile Rima’s time in lockdown has not been wasted, recording new music. But, reports Rashneel Kumar, it’s good to be home now.
Govt is to amend water bill
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Changes will be made to the To Tatou Vai Authority Bill before it returns to Parliament next month, says Deputy Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Govt to respond today on calls for quarantine fees
Friday 21 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Non-essential travellers to Cook Islands should be made to pay for their quarantine on the way here, the Opposition says.
Water treatment: 'No one is above the law'
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Threat of court action by opponents of chemical treatment of water supply.
Quarantine hotel: Worried mum pleads for haste
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Health officials hope this week to find somewhere to house stranded Cook Islanders in Auckland, to manage their quarantine so they can return home.