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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Dodgy walls cause homes' collapse
Friday 2 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
A building product company alleged to owe Cook Islanders a “substantial amount” of money is facing multiple charges in an Auckland court.
Organic growers chlorine fear: 'It will put me out of business'
Thursday 1 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weekend
Wayne Mitchell meanders around his half acre organic farm in Titikaveka with a grin on his face, proudly showing off his produce.
Pressure for water quotas as shortage threatens
Thursday 1 August 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Authorities are pleading with Rarotonga residents to conserve their water, under threat of a water shortage.
Rugby rankings remains unchanged
Tuesday 30 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands 15s side remain on 54th spot in the latest World Rugby rankings recently released.
China is a factor in appointment of security chief
Tuesday 30 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
The threat environment in which the Cook Islands operates has become more complex in recent years, especially with the growing Chinese presence, says a security expert.
Water vexes leaders
Tuesday 30 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Traditional leaders will debate plans to disinfect drinking water then charge a price for it.
Public servants in petition row
Tuesday 30 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
The government is putting ‘doubt in the minds’ of civil servants who might want to speak out against chlorine, a lobby group says.
Golfer extends lead in world comp
Monday 29 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Phillis Meti extended her top place lead in the World Long Drive women’s competition after another win last week.
Junior basketballers take up the challenge
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Basketball Federation is running out of time to raise $15,000 to send five local players to the Oceania U17 Basketball Championship in Noumea, New Caledonia.
Swimmers safe after fatal collapse
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands swimmers are safe amidst reports of a fatal incident within the vicinity of the FINA World Championships venue in Gwangju, South Korea.
Stage set for Raro Water Music
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Hot on the Rock
Popular lagoon cruise tour company Koka Lagoon Cruises’ new glass bottom boat comes with an entertainment stage.
Lobby group launches anti-chlorine petition
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A petition against chlorinating Rarotonga’s drinking water will be distributed today.
The top two: Two civil servants split $300k
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Two senior public servants are paid outside of the top salary band, pocketing more than $130,000 annually.
League wants better build-up
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands Rugby League Association is looking for some international matches for the women’s team ahead of the Women’s World Cup 2021.
Pacific Games team in float parade
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Team Cook Islands will be participating in the Te Maeva Nui Float Parade today to celebrate their Pacific Games success.
Quit MP's pay cut off
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Te-Hani Brown is no longer getting paid an MP’s salary as of this month, the Clerk of Parliament has confirmed.
Bluesky upgrades network to increase speeds for frustrated internet users
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
The local telecommunications company is promising better internet service for its customers after adding more capacity to its system.
United Nations coaching on beating corruption
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime will advise Cook Islands authorities on how to run a session on anti-corruption at an Ombudsman investigator training which includes the Cook Islands.
Part-time Health Secretary tops up salary
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Health Secretary Dr Josephine Herman is holding down four jobs, moonlighting as a general practitioner at two clinics in New Zealand and advising that country’s health officials.
Ministry bosses on six-digit sums
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Top public servant is paid more than Prime Minister. The Public Service Commission has ignored its own guidelines by paying five top government officials outside their salary bands – with one earning more than the prime minister.
