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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Locals 'guts out' NZ triathlon
Wednesday 16 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Local triathletes Geoff Stoddart and Taki Anaru raced the 30th Tauranga Half Ironman in New Zealand over the weekend.
Parliamentary farewell praises Marshall's contribution
Wednesday 16 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Speaker of Parliament Niki Rattle paid tribute to the former New Zealand High Commissioner to the Cook Islands Peter Marshall for his contribution to the country. Marshall, who finished his term as the head of the New Zealand High Commission here, was hosted by Rattle and the Parliament staff to a farewell lunch on Friday last week.
Tougher residency rules
Wednesday 16 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Qualifying for permanent residence in the Cook Islands will become more rigorous under proposed new immigration rules, but the processing of applications will be more efficient and streamlined.
One committee for bills
Tuesday 15 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
A new approach to ensure effective work from parliamentarians will see just one special select committee deliberating on bills to be presented in Parliament this term.
Incinerator emits black cloud of smoke
Tuesday 15 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The thick black smoke coming from a building in the Rarotonga international airport area was in fact from a brand new incinerator, confirmed the Airport Authority chief executive officer Joseph Ngamata.
$18,000 for cancer screening initiatives
Sunday 13 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Ministry of Health will devote the funds received from a recent Bluesky texting promotion to cancer screening initiatives in the Cook Islands.
CIFA to host regional qualifiers
Friday 11 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is hosting the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Champions League Qualifiers from January 26 to February 1 at the CIFA complex in Matavera.
Cook Islands joins coalition to fight tax avoidance
Friday 11 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Cook Islands has joined a coalition of countries aimed at fighting tax avoidance and easing cross-border tax dispute resolution.
Parliament to overhaul rules
Friday 11 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Speaker of Parliament Niki Rattle will chair a Standing Orders committee, set up to look into revising the rules regulating parliamentary proceedings.
CIRU pays tribute to fallen coach
Thursday 10 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Cook Islands Rugby Union has joined the rest of the rugby fraternity around the world mourning the loss of well-respected New Zealand coach Geoff Moon.
New parliament clerk named
Thursday 10 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Tangata Vainerere has been confirmed the new Clerk of Parliament, effective January 4, 2019.
Nines a perfect platform for 13s
Tuesday 8 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament proved a perfect platform for local teams to prepare for the season proper, kicking off next month.
Focus on destination development
Tuesday 8 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation will focus on key destination development initiatives to boost the industry this year.
Weekend brings 14 arrests
Tuesday 8 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Fourteen people were arrested and charged for violent behaviour, including domestic violence, and drunk-driving over the weekend.
Panthers claim league Nines title
Monday 7 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Tupapa Panthers made a perfect start to the 2019 rugby league season after winning the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament for the first time over the weekend.
Airport clarifies parking fee issue
Monday 7 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The automatic car parking system at the Rarotonga international airport will not charge the customers more than the normal fee, says Airport Authority chief executive officer Joseph Ngamata.
Top bets are on track at the Nines
Saturday 5 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Defending champions Queensland Kukis remain one of the top bets in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament.
Noah's love for sport, country
Saturday 5 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Noah Vilisoni-Heather is creating ripples in the pool with a hope of making his country proud in the sport of swimming.
World of discovery in Arorangi
Saturday 5 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
The Discover – Marine & Wildlife Eco-Centre in Arorangi has opened its doors to the public after a grand opening on Wednesday.
Nines on despite the weather
Friday 4 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Rain, hail or shine, the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament will go ahead today at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.