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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
A rainbow over Constitution Day
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
“See us, hear us.” Last week Pride Cook Islands attracted a crowd of hundreds to Rarotonga Golf Course for a fundraiser; next week they will be more visible still.
Three strikes for violent offenders
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
And alcohol is fuelling domestic violence and worsening mental instability, says expert.
Domestic assault accused in cells
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A man accused of an early-morning domestic assault has been further remanded behind bars.
More doctors, nurses, hospital beds, but Economy needs shot in the arm
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
The health system is as prepared as it will ever be for the borders to reopen. Now, it’s the faltering economy that poses the greater risk.
A Nazi spy in the Cook Islands?
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
With Hitler having just seized power in Germany, and tensions rising across Europe, Mangaia residents were understandably suspicious of the sandy-haired, Luger-carrying Nazi sympathiser who turned up on their island.
Eliza Puna: Te au reo o te Kūki 'Āirani will survive
Saturday 1 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: It is not often that I lend my voice to a more formal public forum than the kitchen table conversations I would have with family and friends.
Democracy 'alive and thriving' on the small island of Ma'uke
Friday 31 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Rain doesn’t stand in the way of a vibrant democracy.
Rangi Mitaera-Johnson: Banana leaves original foil wrap!
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: It certainly tastes better when you know it’s from your own garden.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Is your Covid-19 app safe
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: The coronavirus tracking apps are now raising their head around the world and they can pose a threat to people’s privacy.
Cooks' priorities outlined
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Like other Pacific countries, the priorities for Cook Islands right now are maintaining the country’s Covid-free status and safe economic recovery, said Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand, Elizabeth Wright-Koteka.
Air New Zealand plans for Cook Islands travel bubble
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Air New Zealand says it is getting plans in place for a travel bubble with the Cook Islands, but the Government still has to give the go-ahead.
Prison provides 'comforts of home' for repeat offender
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A recidivist burglar has admitted he only committed multiple crimes so he could return to prison and have a place to sleep and receive three meals a day.
John Scott: PM succession 'subject to broader, more inclusive procedure'
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: When the Prime Minister Henry Puna resigns from that position, which September intention he has announced, he takes the entire Cabinet with him.
Growers want a rep in water authority board
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Local growers want a representative appointed to the new water authority board.
Opposition rejects new water bill
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Democratic Party says they will not support the passage of the new water authority Bill through Parliament if it remains in its current form.
Wilkie Rasmussen: Charter flights
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, In my last letter to your newspaper I pointed out abuse by the Government and by the Minister Robert Tapaitau of public funds to pay for charter flights primarily for personal enjoyment and political benefit.
John Dunn: Now is our time in the sun
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, The tardiness of the New Zealand government in reinstating risk-free travel to the Cook Islands, a realm country, is inexplicable. While they dither, businesses, jobs and livelihoods are being lost.
Moana Sands Group withdraws from partnership program
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Moana Sands Group says its withdrawal from a marketing and operations partnership with the Pacific Resort Hotel Group has been amicable, but a necessary result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Moana Sands goes it alone
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Moana Sands Group says its withdrawal from a marketing and operations partnership with the Pacific Resort Hotel Group has been amicable, but a necessary result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Fears for our expat workers
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
With the wage subsidy ending and no repatriation flights, overseas nationals don’t know what their future holds.
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