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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Brown highlights Cooks disaster fund
Friday 10 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands have developed “quite a bit” in terms of disaster-risk recovery and preparedness in terms of financial instruments, says deputy prime minister Mark Brown.
Fijians pleased with super deal
Friday 10 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Fijian community in the country has welcomed the latest arrangement between the superannuation Funds in Fiji and the Cook Islands.
Japanese magician to visit Cook Islands
Friday 10 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
An 86-year-old magician from Japan will be visiting the Cook Islands later this month, performing various magic acts for children on Rarotonga and Mangaia.
Cooks easy prey for drug lords
Friday 10 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Cook Islands is a sitting duck for the infamous drug cartels that control the international drug flow, says a former Australian detective and Rarotonga-based private investigator.
Titikaveka netters finish on top
Thursday 9 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
The undefeated Titikaveka finished the Rarotonga Netball competition on top after the preliminary rounds that ended on Saturday.
Tuck takes out Tour de Raro
Thursday 9 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
New Zealand’s Jeff Tuck claimed the Ride Rarotonga Tour de Raro event on Tuesday.
Flooding a big worry
Thursday 9 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Flooding was one of the major concerns raised by Rarotonga residents who attended consultations on the Infrastructure Bill 2019.
Cooks in disaster-risk study
Thursday 9 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
A team from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is in the country to inspect some residential and commercial properties in an effort to improve disaster risk reduction.
Loveridge wins Boiler race
Wednesday 8 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
Tina Loveridge shocked the seasonal swimmers yesterday after taking out the Boiler Swim event in the 25th Air New Zealand International Triathlon at Avarua harbour.
Eagles on top, Eels still alive
Tuesday 7 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles have claimed the minor premiership title in the Raro Cars Rugby League Competition 2019 with a round to go this weekend.
Touch teams claim silver and bronze
Tuesday 7 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Touch Rugby
Cook Islands claimed a silver and bronze medal in the ninth Touch World Cup which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia last week.
Cruise ship arrives today
Tuesday 7 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Luxury cruise ship Paul Gauguin is expected to arrive in Rarotonga for a day-long visit today.
Big progress on pay system
Tuesday 7 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Government’s effort in centralising the payment system to the Ministry of Finance and Economic Management (MFEM) is making “tremendous progress”.
Squash business house competition underway
Monday 6 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
The BSP Squash Business House tournament started a month ago with seven teams representing players of all levels from beginners to advanced players.
Kettle retains triathlon title
Monday 6 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
Defending champion Sam Kettle retained the Air New Zealand International Triathlon title on Saturday.
Brown in Fiji, Puna off to NZ
Monday 6 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Deputy prime minister Mark Brown is still in Fiji and will this week attend the Pacific Islands Forum Economic Ministers Meeting. The three-day meeting starts today.
Do-or-die in league clash
Saturday 4 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
It’s do-or-die for defending champions Avatiu Eels and Titikaveka Bulldogs in the domestic rugby league competition today.
High turnout for international triathlon
Saturday 4 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
This year’s Air New Zealand International Triathlon will have one of the biggest turnouts in recent times.
Sports awards hailed a success
Wednesday 1 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
The Cook Islands Sports Awards 2018 held on Sunday at the Edgewater Resort and Spa was hailed a major success.
Manea Games update
Wednesday 1 May 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Sports
The Atiu Sports Association will this afternoon hold a meeting to update its community on the Manea Games 2020 planning progress.
