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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Takuvaine out to slay more giants
Tuesday 9 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Giantkillers Takuvaine will be hoping for another upset when it takes on Nikao in the Rarotonga Club Cricket premier men’s match today.
Battling bushfires proves costly
Monday 8 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Attending multiple bushfires – often caused by negligence - is proving quite costly for the Rescue Fire Services.
Glassie off to population conference
Saturday 6 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Nandi Glassie has been invited to attend the Asia Pacific Population Conference (APPC) in Auckland, New Zealand, next week as a resource facilitator.
Ponia is OPM's new chief
Saturday 6 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Ben Ponia has been appointed the new Chief of Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister .
Minister Maggie supports Tupapa Sevens
Saturday 6 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Government minister George Maggie proved action speaks louder than voice when he presented a cheque to support the Tupapa Sevens club yesterday.
Rotaract gift to boost Pa Enua schools
Friday 5 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
The Education ministry yesterday received 11 cartons of basic reading and writing material from the Rotaract Club of Dunedin.
Sisters living the basketball dream
Friday 5 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Sisters Adoniah and Keziah Lewis are living their dreams playing professional basketball for UK-based club Newcastle Eagles team in the Women's British Basketball League. Prior to joining the Eagles, the duo were playing in Italy. In an exclusive interview with CINews, the sisters talk about their experience in Italy and their future on the basketball court.
Maoate Jr in, Heather out
Friday 5 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Terepai Maoate Jr has been appointed the new parliamentary Leader of the Opposition taking over from William “Smiley” Heather.
Petition to clear Dr Williams' name
Friday 5 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
A petition has started to clear the name of Dr Joe Williams, who has been fined by New Zealand Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal for mixing medicines he should not have and giving inappropriate dietary advice.
St Joseph students delighted with fire station visit
Thursday 4 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
It was an exciting moment for more than 50 Early Childhood Education and Grade 1 students from St Joseph School when they visited the Cook Islands Fire Station at the Rarotonga International Airport yesterday.
Big upset in men's cricket
Thursday 4 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
Takuvaine pulled off a major upset after beating former champions Turangi in the Rarotonga Cricket Competition’s feature men’s clash on Saturday last week.
Dr Williams fined for mixing medicines
Thursday 4 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
Doctor Joseph (Joe) Williams has been fined $10,000 and ordered to pay costs of $145,000 for mixing medicines he should not have, as well as giving inappropriate dietary advice.
Apii Avarua top bet in Prince of Wales championships
Thursday 4 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Apii Avarua is likely to retain the Prince of Wales trophy after putting in a strong performance in the annual Prince of Wales Athletics Championships yesterday.
Sudden data loss angers customer
Wednesday 3 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Technology
A frustrated customer of the local telecommunication and internet provider is crying foul at what he describes as “unexpected chewing of data” from his monthly plan.
Great squash battles ahead
Tuesday 2 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
About 60 competitors are battling it out in the Club Raro Rarotonga Squash Open at the National Squash Centre this week.
Panthers power to Club 15s title
Monday 1 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
It’s been a while since Tupapa Panthers claimed the Rarotonga Club 15s competition title.
Cook Islands to host regional nurses' forum
Monday 1 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health
The Cook Islands Nurses Association will be hosting the 19th South Pacific Nurses Forum (SPNF) at the National Auditorium next month.
Ban on plastic bags is looming
Monday 1 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Environment
The government is likely to introduce a ban on single-use plastic bags in the Cook Islands.
Cricket set for exciting round 2
Saturday 29 September 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
After an impressive start to the Rarotonga Cricket Club competition last week Saturday, teams are looking forward to another exciting round of games today.
A thriller is on the cards
Saturday 29 September 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Back from the dead, Takuvaine Reds will leave no stone unturned in their bid to spring a major surprise by winning the Rarotonga Club 15s title today.