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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Climate change survey results presented to Ministry of Agriculture
Tuesday 1 April 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Agriculture, National
Results from a recent survey of more than 170 farmers in Rarotonga, conducted in 2024 to better understand their challenges with recent climate change conditions, will be discussed at the Ministry of Agriculture office this morning.
Man, 45, jailed for attempting to send cannabis to Aitutaki
Monday 31 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A 45-year-old man, who had tried to send cannabis plants to Aitutaki through an Air Rarotonga cargo flight in 2024, has been convicted and sentenced to nine months imprisonment.
Court news
Monday 31 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Justice of the Peace Vania Kenning has issued a bench warrant for Tangimetua Tangimetua, who has absconded from the country.
Expat guilty of indecent assault on co-worker in judge alone trial
Saturday 29 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
An expat accused of indecently assaulting a co-worker in 2023 was found guilty yesterday by Justice Christopher Toogood after a three-day judge-alone trial.
Bears brace for intense Eels clash
Saturday 29 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Arorangi Bears are anticipating another intense match this week as they face defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels in week eight of the Rarotonga 13s League Domestic Competition on their home ground at Raemaru Park.
Arch-rivals Titikaveka and Avatiu set for intense clash
Saturday 29 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
An exciting clash awaits this afternoon as unbeaten arch-rivals Titikaveka and Avatiu’s premier teams meet in week three of the Rarotonga Netball Competition.
Four vie for CISNOC presidency
Friday 28 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) is set to elect new executive board members, including a president, amidst discussions about the organisation’s 2023 and 2024 finances.
Verdict today in indecent assault trial
Friday 28 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Justice Christopher Toogood will deliver his verdict at the High Court today, following an indecent assault trial that concluded yesterday.
Court news
Thursday 27 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The case of Travis Andrew Edwards has been adjourned until April 10.
Letoa steps up to lead U21netball side to World Cup
Wednesday 26 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The former assistant coach of the Cook Islands under-21 netball team has been appointed the new national head coach for the Netball World Youth Cup in September.
Researchers find active volcanic hotspot in Cook Islands seabed
Tuesday 25 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Researchers have discovered a potentially younger and active volcanic hotspot beneath the Cook Islands’ waters, prompting excitement for geological understanding and raising calls for caution regarding seabed mining.
PAC maintains travel request info from CIIC
Monday 24 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Parliament
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) maintains that the request for travel expense information from Cook Islands Investment Corporation (CIIC) is made to ensure accountability and CIIC ‘must’ provide the requested data.
Top cop appointment in final stages, official announcement imminent
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The recruitment process for the top cop position is in its final stages and an official announcement is expected soon.
Panthers face Bears challenge
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Arorangi Bears are eyeing to end Tupapa Panthers’ unbeaten streak in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga Club 13s competition this afternoon at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Netball season kicks off to a strong start
Saturday 22 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The Netball Cook Islands domestic competition got off to a strong start last week, setting a perfect platform for the remainder of the season.
Police failure to verify informant leads to dismissal of drug case
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The Cook Islands High Court has released the full judgment in which a businessperson was discharged from a drug-related matter more than a week ago, due to the police’s failure to adequately establish the reliability of an anonymous informer.
No cheaper travel options for MPs to the Pa Enua
Wednesday 19 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
There are no other cheaper travel options to the Pa Enua for Members of Parliament that can be explored, due to a lack of scheduled flights.
Ministry of Transport enhances marine safety investigation capabilities
Monday 17 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Parliament
The Ministry of Transport is participating in a Regional Foundation Course on Marine Casualty Investigation to ensure accurate and accountable marine safety investigation reports.
Rarotonga crime stats challenged
Saturday 15 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police data shows no increasing crime trend, but the Opposition leader and a road safety advocate argue understaffing and passive policing conceal actual crime and safety issues in Rarotonga.
MMR gains funding to strengthen tuna fisheries and food security
Saturday 15 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) use its share of the US$156.8 million (NZ$272.8m) regional grant to assist in logistical and resourcing challenges.
