Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
From money-lenders in Aitutaki to money-changers in Muri, there growth in the numbers of tourists and expat workers is bringing with it more financial services.
Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The owner of a red Honda Wave motorbike got a big surprise, coming out to discover the bike was there – but both wheels were gone.
Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Cook Islands Prime Minister Henry Puna has announced he will visit his Australian counterpart in Canberra this coming week.
Friday 8 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Opinion
Opponents on both side of the same-sex law reform debate agree on one thing: the real concern is abuse and violence.
Friday 8 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Three young men were convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $50 each for being involved in a nightclub fight in Avarua.
Friday 8 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The nursery rhyme tells of the seven wives with seven cats – but Date Hideki has gone one better.
Friday 8 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
District nurse Amy Henry has seen the pain of loved ones who need care.
Thursday 7 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Comedian Tofiga Fepulea’i plays his most serious role this month – a starring role in Cook Islands’ White Ribbon campaign.
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
For too long, men haven’t been brought up to ask for help when they’re struggling. Now, a group of young men are leading the change in dramatic fashion.
Wednesday 6 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A dog owner is raising new concerns about poisoning, after the deaths of three more dogs.
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture
Twenty-two University of Melbourne music students have visited Rarotonga and Aitutaki to collaborate with local musicians to share Cook Islands beats with the world.
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
As a way of ensuring that Cook Islands border is protected, outer island agriculture officers are undergoing a special training to be part of the biosecurity team.
Tuesday 5 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The SPCA is calling for education for dog owners and for planters using pesticide pellets, to prevent accidental poisoning.
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Two tourists visiting the country from French Polynesia have been confirmed to have been diagnosed with the dengue type 2 (DENV – 2) virus.
Monday 4 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Hefty fine for excess alcohol A man who exceeded the alcohol limit for driving has been convicted and fined $450 by the High Court.
Saturday 2 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
If your kids need surgery at Rarotonga Hospital this month, the woman caring for them will be a familiar face: former Cook Islands Olympic Games flagbearer Ella Nicholas. Losirene Lacanivalu pays her a visit at the hospital.
Saturday 2 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Rarotonga’s landfull has been waiting for years for a suitable glass crusher. Now, Rarotonga’s landfill will finally be cleared of glass bottles.
Friday 1 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
New Zealand wouldn’t spend the money to send over a dud (“Critical care needed for ailing ambulance,” Oct 31).
Friday 1 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
Sixteen-year-old Tschan Hagai has given a top leadership role at New Zealand’s leading public girls’ school.
Friday 1 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
It was Gospel Day – but at least one person hadn’t read the 10 Commandments.
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