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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Psychiatric report
Wednesday 22 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Terupe Terupe has been in custody for over a month for a charge of wilful damage and threatening to kill.
'Don't wear earphones just sing aloud to yourself'
Wednesday 22 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
On multiple occasions Jaik Berg (pictured) yanked his earphones out when he saw a police patrol car.
Pacific Community: Threat to fisheries from Covid-19
Tuesday 21 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
The Pacific Community, (SPC) says having decimated tourism, Covid-19 is also posing a threat to the region's fisheries, RNZ reports.
Lifting ra'ui to feed the hungry
Tuesday 21 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
Cultural and environmental experts say traditional leaders may decide to lift ra’ui on protected marine areas to allow people to go fishing as times get tough – but already, some people are taking the law into their own hands.
Delays to bold plans for gluten-free kuru flour
Tuesday 21 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Covid-19 lockdowns have stymied plans to mill gluten-free breadfruit flour for local bakers and for export.
Police hunt for young masked robbers
Tuesday 21 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Four boys with masks robbed a storekeeper with a bush knife – for nothing more than some cigarettes and the notes in the till. The four walked into the Tex Mart shop in Nikao yesterday afternoon, wielding the knife.
Growing push for repatriation of stranded French Polynesians
Friday 17 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
There is a growing push for several hundred French Polynesian residents stranded abroad because of the Covid-19 outbreak to be repatriated, RNZ reports.
Nine people treated for toxin from fish
Friday 17 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
As locals become more reliant on food they can grow and catch, an outbreak of reef fish poisoning has provided a timely warning.
Covid-19 cases increase in Fiji
Thursday 16 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama has declared Fiji’s second State of Natural Disaster after confirming the country’s 17th case of Covid-19.
Relishing the special moments from afar
Wednesday 15 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Outer Islands
Pa Enua producers are taking the challenges of the travel ban in their stride.
Dog owner waits for police decision
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Dog owner Edwin Teraitua is waiting for police as they review the charge against him.
Careless drivers ordered to pay reparation
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Komal Mala and Paeariki Lindsay were discharged without a conviction at the High Court.
Repeat drink-drive offender granted bail
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
John Pepe appeared on a charge of driving while disqualified and two counts of excess breath alcohol.
Man rode bike at nearly double drink-drive limit
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Jack Charlie has admitted his third excess breath alcohol offence – after being stopped driving while disqualified for a previous offence.
Theft accused to seek legal rep
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Terina Karaiti was arrested last Monday and was charged on one count of theft as a servant.
Young man discharged without conviction
Tuesday 14 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A young man was discharged without a conviction by the High Court.
Samoa Covid-free but borders remain closed
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Small World
Samoa's Prime Minister says despite the nation being Covid-19 free, it is highly unlikely the borders will be reopened at this stage, even to those wanting to attend urgent family matters, RNZ reports.
Crown Law takes over cop brutality prosecution
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Crown Law has taken over the prosecution of a young father allegedly punched by police while he was restrained on the ground.
Stranded in paradise but longing to go home
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
While sipping on a cup of green tea every morning a Swiss couple keeps a strong smile as they enjoy every moment of being in Rarotonga.
Renters' market: Landlords forced to cut asking prices
Saturday 11 April 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
The notoriously expensive Cook Islands home rentals market has been turned on its head, as workers and tourists leave.
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