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What are your rights when you get laid off?

Wednesday 1 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Any worker who is struggling to get a final sign-off from their employers to complete their unemployment claim can file a confidential complaint with Internal Affairs.

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Advice on dealing with the tough times

Wednesday 1 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health

Everyone expresses stress in different ways, says clinical psychologist Dr Evangelene Daniela-Wong.

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Domestic violence concerns; counsellors call for patience

Wednesday 1 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Family counsellors ready to take calls from those in distress.

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Drunk burgler 'can't remember' violating tourist's privacy

Wednesday 1 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A drunk young woman has been jailed after breaking into a motel room and alarming the tourist there.


'In God's name, we will serve the Bread of Life'

Tuesday 31 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock

It was like the movie Avengers Infinity War: with a flick of the finger, all the customers disappeared.

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Innovating in business: Some taros for haircut?

Tuesday 31 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock

A hairstylist is among business owners looking for imaginative solutions to keep the economy afloat.

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Preparations for a charter flight to Fiji

Tuesday 31 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

The Fijian Association is asking their community how many would like to go back to Fiji, if they become vulnerable or face hardship.

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Fijian community provided block to plant fruit and veges

Tuesday 31 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Big ideas needed for long-term food security, say leaders.

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First food delivery service for the vulnerable is a model for lockdown

Tuesday 31 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

The Creative Centre Rarotonga is delivering meals-on-wheels treats to their five members who are listed under the most vulnerable and are living on their own.

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Accused given time to get legal advice

Monday 30 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Mataora Pukeiti who has been charged for theft of a motorcycle has requested the court to give him time to get legal advice.


Bench warrant for absconder

Monday 30 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A bench warrant has been ordered by the Court for Ordain Tutakiao. He has for the second time, not appeared in the High Court this month.


Lemon theft matter adjourned

Monday 30 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A young man who is accused of taking without permission a 10kg bag of lemons has been given more time to seek legal advice.


Burglar remanded

Monday 30 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Recidivist burglar Japhet Manuel has been remanded in custody despite the reschedule of the High Court Chief Justice sitting due to the Covid-19 preparedness.


Return to the blue lagoon

Saturday 28 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment

There’s an unexpected casualty of the Covid-19 travel ban: Ponu the miracle turtle is stranded too. Ponu the turtle will not be released until the Covid-19 pandemic measures in Rarotonga have ended.

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Man denies firebombing construction at heritage site

Saturday 28 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

A young man accused of firebombing a controversial building site has denied responsibility because of his mental health.

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Germany plans to charter flight

Saturday 28 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Germany’s Honorary Consul is in talks with 58 German nationals in Rarotonga, as their government plans a charter flight to get them home.


Expats welcomed into home

Saturday 28 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Deon Rossouw and his family of four have welcomed an expat worker’s family into the comfort of their home.

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Court open for arrests

Thursday 26 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Today’s criminal court proceedings will continue under tight Covid-19 protocols, says Secretary for Justice Tamatoa Jonassen.


Rent struggles pose crowding risk

Thursday 26 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Concerns about paying the rent are starting to sink in for workers whose jobs or hours are being cut.

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Little blessings in trying times

Thursday 26 March 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

What does it mean to be born into these strange times of the Covid-10 pandemic and looming lockdown?

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