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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Apology for stabbing victim parent
Thursday 6 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Corrective Services minister George Maggie has apologised to the parent of a stabbing victim after he was accused of taking an inmate who is serving time for the crime, from the prison to meet his girlfriend.
Kukis ranking drops to 43
Wednesday 5 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands men’s side has dropped 12 places to 43 in the latest world ranking released by the Rugby League International Federation (RLIF).
From royal wedding to the Cook Islands
Wednesday 5 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
After an exciting year, which included being part of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding, London-based makeup artist Zana Begum is visiting the Cook Islands for a well-deserved break.
Govt drops Te Mato Vai bombshell
Wednesday 5 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Government wants the China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) to replace about a third of the of the pipeline work they laid around the island in stage one of the Te Mato Vai (TMV) project.
New party promises open leadership
Monday 3 December 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Cook Islands United Party (CIUP) interim president Nandi Glassie says the party will provide a breath of fresh air to the people of the Cook Islands for strong, honest, and open leadership.
Nikao, Turangi through to finals
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Nikao and Turangi have made it through to the finals of the Rarotonga Cricket Club competition.
Our Reihana talent show finalist
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
Miss Cook Islands Reihana Koteka-Wiki finished as one of the top 18 finalists in the talent show at Miss World Pageant on Monday night.
$10m grant may go to TMV
Friday 30 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Financial secretary Garth Henderson says a recently-announced $10 million grant from China may be able to be used to remedy problems with stage one of the Te Mato Vai project.
Netball Cook Islands eyes further development
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Netball
Netball Cook Islands is hoping the BSP Netball in Paradise continues to serve as a development path for the sport in the country.
Govt ponders TMV legal action
Thursday 29 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Government is considering legal action after “friendly consultation” with contractor China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) over issues with Te Mato Vai project failed.
UN to support our graduation
Wednesday 28 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The United Nations (UN) remains committed to support the Cook Islands even after the country graduates to developed status (or high income) in the coming year.
Cruise ships hit by bad weather
Tuesday 27 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
About 20 per cent of the cruise ships to the Cook Islands this year were unable to transfer passengers to the shore during their visits to Rarotonga and Aitutaki.
Party system 'flawed' - Glassie
Tuesday 27 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The party system in the Cook Islands is flawed and gives power to only a few to dictate and make judgements on key issues, says the former minister Nandi Glassie.
Tapaitau in Kenya for UNDP meeting
Monday 26 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Infrastructure minister Robert Tapaitau is leading a small Cook Islands delegation to a United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) meeting in Nairobi, Kenya.
Koutu Nui renews tourism concerns
Wednesday 7 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
Koutu Nui has raised renewed concerns about the social and environmental impact from the blooming tourism industry in the Cook Islands.
Second sitting next month
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The second session of Parliament post 2018 general election will be held next month, confirmed the acting Clerk of Parliament Tangata Vainerere.
Cooks focus on Oceania Sevens
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands Sevens men’s and women’s teams are in Fiji, all set for the Oceania Sevens Championship which starts this Thursday (CI time) in Suva.
Key lessons for tourism from regional meet
Tuesday 6 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy
Programmes and opportunities to advance the region in sustainable principles and practices were the key lessons for Cook Islands Tourism Corporation at the 28th Council of Tourism Ministers Meeting.
They are champions once again!
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Tupapa Panthers Matie Centre and Raro All Stars retained the men’s and women’s titles at the Raro Sevens Tournament over the weekend.
Minister Maggie heads to China
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Business Trade Investment Board minister George Maggie will be in China this week to attend the China International Import Expo (CIIE) which will be held from November 5 to 10.