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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Volunteer cops left powerless to stop drivers
Tuesday 19 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Supporters say a life could have been saved this weekend, if Police restored warrants to voluntary constables to resume their checkpoints.
Agriculture key to economic development
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Investing in industries that can complement the thriving tourism sector is key to economic development in the Cook Islands, says Halatoa Fua.
Dengue spread through sex possible
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A unique case of dengue fever being transmitted through sex, has been confirmed in Spain, leaving health authorities baffled.
Remedial work causes loss of water supply
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Local company Landholdings Limited has started construction work to improve the resilience of the public water supply ring main.
Razed to the ground
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A midday blaze on Saturday completely destroyed a house at Ooa in Upper Tupapa.
Road crash claims yet another life
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Road death toll now stands at six after a man died in a motorcycle crash at the weekend.
Women's cricket heads into playoffs
Saturday 16 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Some exciting matches will be held in the Rarotonga Cricket Club women’s playoff today.
Mission Jacksonville
Saturday 16 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands will need to beat the USA Hawks in order to make it to the 2021 Rugby League World Cup.
'Times we didn't have any money'
Saturday 16 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Today, Cook Islands plays USA for the last place in the Rugby League World Cup. And as Anthony Gelling shows, one thing our team has in spades is commitment.
Now for the fun bit …
Friday 15 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Prime Minister Henry Puna will be attending Te Maeva Nui celebrations in Melbourne, Australia today. Last night Puna, his wife Akaiti and senior government officials were scheduled to attend the opening dinner of the festival.
Atiu by-election win a 'huge endorsement of the Government'
Friday 15 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
After nearly 18 months of controversy and court battles, a third election win for Te-Hani Brown has strengthened the Government’s majority.
Bronco for life
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands skipper Alex Glenn is a leading contender for the Broncos captaincy next season.
Tobacco bust prompts crackdown
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
A tobacco smuggling bust may impact on future travellers’ duty-free shopping.
Teen suspects for alleged bashing, robbery on bail
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Two teenagers who were arrested in connection with the alleged bashing and robbery on Sunday night were granted bail at the High Court yesterday.
Kukis brimming with confidence
Wednesday 13 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands tie up loose ends ahead of the final Rugby League World Cup qualifying match against USA Hawks.
Micro-writer in micro show
Wednesday 13 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
China’s lone micro-calligraphist held a special exhibition at the Cook Islands National Museum yesterday.
Baudinet upbeat, Brown remains mum
Wednesday 13 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Voters eligible for the Atiu by-election have a day to decide where their allegiance lie – Te-Hani Brown or June Baudinet.
Ferry services during festive season
Wednesday 13 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Outer Islands
Government will be looking at overseas vessels to provide inter ferry services to Cook Islanders during the festive season.
'No more hiding'
Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Janette Olliver no longer feels the need to hide her sexuality from others.
Heartfelt plea from first lady
Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Lady Tuaine Marsters offers a powerful voice for equal rights as select committee reconsiders same-sex crime.
