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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Govt in talks with Australia to evacuate Cook Islanders, if situation deteriorates
Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National, Travel
The Cook Islands government is in talks with Australia to evacuate 28 Cook Islanders and residents sheltering in Jericho if the Israeli-Hamas conflict escalates further. Rashneel Kumar and Losirene Lacanivalu report.
‘No issues’: Government on Sheraton road closure
Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Local, National
Government says it has no issue with the closure of the coastal main road in Vaimaanga to make way for the Sheraton redevelopment. Rashneel Kumar and Al Williams report.
Aussies boost Cook Islands tourism as visitor numbers soar
Wednesday 11 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
The return of Sydney flights is providing the Cook Islands tourism industry a timely boost to maintain high visitor arrival numbers heading into the lower season.
Te Kainga O Pa Taunga partners with local NGOs to raise awareness of mental health
Tuesday 10 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Health, National
Te Kainga O Pa Taunga, the Cook Islands mental health organisation, has partnered with representatives from local non-government organisations to celebrate World Mental Health Day with a special breakfast event this morning.
Cook Islanders on their way home: Remaining 28 to depart Israel on Friday
Tuesday 10 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Politics, Travel
Cook Islanders stranded in war-torn Israel are making their way home as Israeli-Hamas conflict intensifies.
Cook Islanders in Israel: ‘We are safe and well’
Monday 9 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National
Cook Islanders who are in Israel to observe the Feast of the Tabernacle are ‘safe’ as the conflict in Israel and the Gaza Strip escalates.
Robotics team overcomes bag delay, ready to compete at Global Challenge
Saturday 7 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local, National, Travel
The Cook Islands Robotics team has overcome a jittery start to get their campaign underway at the 2023 FIRST Global Challenge in Singapore this weekend.
‘Exhausted’ Prime Minister home this weekend after busy month of travel
Saturday 7 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown has been away from the country for over a month, attending a series of meetings around the world.
Sword-Tua set to make international rugby league debut for Cook Islands
Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers’ Kiana Sword-Tua is the lone Rarotonga-based player named in the Cook Islands Vaine Moana team for the inaugural Pacific Championships which kicks off next week.
Sheraton redevelopment steps up, road closure on the horizon
Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, Environment, Local, National
The future of Rarotonga’s circuit road looks uncertain as plans for an inland diversion are pressing ahead to make way for the redevelopment of the abandoned Sheraton hotel in Vaimaanga.
Raro 7s to provide national squad members with valuable game time
Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Rarotonga-based players in the Cook Islands 7s (union) and 9s (league) women’s teams will enter this weekend’s Raro 7s tournament in a bid to build game fitness ahead of the regional games in the Solomon Islands next month.
Cook Islands Nines team named for Pacific Games
Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
UK-based Adam Tangata will headline the Cook Islands 9s rugby league squad to the Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands next month.
Fuel prices up again
Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Petrol and diesel prices are up again in latest Price Order, amidst international reports of further increases heading into festive season.
Overseas teams for Raro 7s
Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is all set to host the 2023 Raro 7s tournament, featuring two overseas clubs and national teams preparing for the Oceania 7s and Pacific Games.
Round Raro Race Week Programme
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Athletics, Sports
Friday 22 September – Rest Day Saturday 23 September – Race Day The 31km race opens at the National Auditorium domes from 4.30am with race to start from outside Bamboo Jacks Restaurant at 5.30am and the 10 km race will start from the Moana Sands Lagoon Resort in Tikioki at 7.30am. Complimentary buses will be […]
Legal issues delay final submissions in corruption trial
Monday 21 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Court, Crime, National
The final submissions in the high-profile corruption trial involving the suspended Deputy Prime Minister and two former senior public servants have been pushed back after the judge sought clarification on some legal issues at their last hearing.
$75k office makeover
Saturday 19 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) has defended its spending of $75,000 on the renovation of a minister’s office, amid reports of additional expenditure.
Elvis fans to celebrate the ‘King of Rock and Roll’
Friday 18 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Elvis tribute artist Paul Lynch (Napa) has dusted off his attire and lost a few kilograms in preparation for the Elvis Presley Tribute event this Saturday.
Cook Islands Rugby League part of inaugural Pacific Championships
Wednesday 16 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands will be part of a Pacific Championships involving international men’s and women’s teams from seven countries, including Australia and New Zealand, in October and November this year.
Dead baby whale washes ashore on Mangaia
Saturday 12 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in National, Outer Islands
Residents of Mangaia woke up to an unusual sight yesterday morning after a dead baby whale washed ashore at the harbour.
