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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
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.
Rain expected throughout the weekend
Friday 4 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
The rainy weather in Rarotonga and rest of the southern group is expected to continue throughout this weekend due to a trough line located west of the Southern Cook Islands.
Eleven artists show work in themed event
Friday 4 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Eleven artists are set to take part in a local art exhibition tomorrow at the newly-built Tavioni Gallery and Vananga located on the back road at Atupa.
Police on alert as smashes mount
Thursday 3 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
There will be more police checkpoints around the island this week as the Cook Islands Police Service beefs up security in a bid to prevent further accidents on Rarotonga roads.
Locals dominate tourism business
Thursday 3 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A casual survey conducted by the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has found 83 per cent of the tourism businesses operating from the main road on Rarotonga are owned by Cook Islanders.
Tourist documents love for the Cook Islands
Thursday 3 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A tourist has documented his love affair with the Cook Islands in a book called, “How I Fell in Love with an Island”.
Cook Islanders make New Year Honours list
Monday 31 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Three Cook Islanders have been named on the New Year Honours List for their services to New Zealand’s community.
'Unknown' youngsters win Touch
Saturday 29 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Touch Rugby
The unknown Taokotaianga team claimed the 2018 Bluesky Boxing Day Touch Tournament which was held on Wednesday at the Swamp in Avatiu.
Women's event likely for Nines
Saturday 29 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands Rugby League is reconsidering women’s competition in the Nines tournament to be held next weekend.
Tropical depression may become cyclone
Saturday 29 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Weather
A tropical depression lurking in the South could potentially develop into a tropical cyclone.
The tale of a 'prisoner in paradise'
Saturday 29 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
A book about English-born rogue who absconded to the Cook Islands in the late 1800s with a large sum of money he stole from an American bank, is now available in the market.
