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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
'Extremist' landowners behind today's water protest – Govt
Saturday 25 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Government has gone on the attack against landowners objecting to the impact of the To Tatou Vai water project on land rights.
Te Maeva Nui Touch competition
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association is inviting interested teams who wants to compete in the Te Maeva Nui Touch competition on August 4.
Four-way battle in rugby union
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The 2020 rugby union season kicks off today with giants Tupapa taking on a new look Titikaveka side.
Wage subsidy: Go home, stay home
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Government says companies can send workers home on minimum pay – but tourism industry calls for community work instead.
Cook Islands News recruiting new editor
Friday 24 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Jonathan Milne, the editor of Cook Islands News, will finish in the role in September.
Groundbreaking chance for world to support Te Mire Ura
Thursday 23 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
Innovative donate-per-view portal allows people the world over to support the Cook Islands performing arts that they love.
Asiaciti CI 'compliant' with law
Thursday 23 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Authorities say there is no evidence of Cook Islands complicity in money-laundering law breaches by Asiaciti Trust in Singapore.
Water authority won't make a profit, just cover costs
Wednesday 22 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The new Rarotonga water authority will operate on non-for-profit basis despite charging public for its service.
Kuki Tag initiative
Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
A new sport is being introduced to boost social activities on the island.
Pacific nations prepare to fight for Kiwi tourists
Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Cooks to woo tourists with Covid-free status, while other Pacific nations slash holiday prices.
Tracing other infectious diseases
Tuesday 21 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
The CookSafe app will not only be used to trace Covid, but also other infectious diseases.
Coastal protection work in Vaima'anga extended
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Coastal construction and improvement works will be continuing in the Vaima’anga district as part of Infrastructure Cook Islands’ ongoing asset management and improvement programme.
'Drunk' person scares kids
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
A flood of noise complaints and three domestic incidents kept police busy over the weekend.
Cardio Combat kicks off free trial
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
It’s hard not to break into a sweat just watching people work out during an intense Cardio Combat session.
Complaint filed against Govt
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Government says lobby group’s complaint misleading and disappointing.
Final journey home
Monday 20 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Rarotonga will come to a standstill this morning to pay its final respects to fallen paramount chief, Makea Vakatini Joseph Tepo Ariki.
Ready for takeoff
Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
A number of school holiday programmes are keeping children busy.
The making of a champion
Saturday 18 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Middle distance champion Alex Beddoes is back home on a break and is helping mould the next generation of national athletes.
'Rusty' appointed Moanas coach
Friday 17 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The national women’s rugby league side is expected to play a Test match in October in preparation for next year’s World Cup.
Cooks top travel wish list
Thursday 16 July 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Cook Islands have rocketed up the list of overseas destinations, to sit fourth overall.