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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Prosecution of PM dropped
Friday 20 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Days before going the case was going to trial, a Demos political candidate has withdrawn his private prosecution of the Prime Minister and his deputy for chartering a private jet.
Dengue patient tells of 'outstanding' hospital help
Thursday 19 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Since the dengue type-1 virus was declared an outbreak a year ago, the Cook Islands has recorded a total of 195 dengue cases.
Mother and daughter find stolen bike
Thursday 19 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
It was when Tieni Ra’ea wanted to go to the shop on Sunday morning that she discovered her motorbike has been stolen from outside the Mangaia Hostel.
Tuna never tasted so good
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
Think you had a tough day at the office? Cole Harrison had to work even harder for his dinner.
Tourism down, petrol up
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Petrol prices are to rise on Friday, angering customers already facing an economic downturn caused by Covid-19.
Pa Enua workers fly home while they can
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands
The hostels behind Avarua are emptying as workers from the outer islands flee home to their island fortresses before Friday’s travel deadline.
Vodafone: We are in this together
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Philip Henderson, Vodafone CEO advised the tourism industry that all businesses were in this together.
Go digital, say banks
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Banks say Cook Islanders and their companies will be forced to use electronic payments instead of face-to-face transactions, if Covid-19 arrives.
Pa Enua borders to close, Cook Islanders open up their hearts
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands
As Cook Islands close down their borders, Cook Islanders open up their hearts. Aitutaki tourism brothers Nick and Mike Henry say they’re at Code Red already. Now, it’s time to start to rebuild.
Six Covid-19 tests come back negative
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
The first six travellers tested for Covid-19 in Cook Islands have all been cleared, in a rare piece of good news.
Tourism: We need government rescue package and we need it now
Wednesday 18 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Nearly 200 people attended a major tourism meeting this morning, where they pleaded for government to move more quickly on assistance for the business community in confronting a major visitor downturn.
Parents: 'It's hard, but it's important'
Tuesday 17 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
Parents ready to step up to challenge of keeping kids home. Working parents are worrying about how they will manage childcare as Rarotonga children are sent off on an early school break from Friday afternoon.
Dog with long memory attacks girl
Tuesday 17 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The sins of the grandfather shall be visited upon the granddaughter.
Arson case adjourned again
Monday 16 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Defence lawyer Wilkie Rasmussen is ready to enter a plea for his client, alleged arsonist Derek Trego.
Weaving a mother and daughter tradition
Saturday 14 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
A mother and daughter discovered something they love doing together – and now they’ve found they can make a business out of it.
Chief Justice makes flying visit for charter flight case
Saturday 14 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Lawyer prosecuting Prime Minister has winning form.
Stallholders left out of pocket
Saturday 14 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands businesses are disappointed by the last minute cancellation of the Pasifika festival.
Paralytic toxin harms hundreds of dogs, cats
Friday 13 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Desexed dogs and cats may be less likely to fall victim to a dangerous toxin caused by eating fish, a study suggests.
Infrastructure looks to fix Tupapa flood woes
Thursday 12 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Constant flooding in Tupapa could have serious health implications for tamariki and ititangata.
New satellite means new internet options for Cooks
Thursday 12 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Technology
Vodafone Cook Islands is to test-drive a new communication satellite that promises a broader footprint over the country than some existing satellites.
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