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Getting a taste of Cook Islands' newest family-friendly nightlife

Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

First Muri, then Tupapa, now Punanga Nui. The global popularity of night markets is catching on here. The newest night market is on in town tonight.

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Provocation and drunkenness no defence for grievous attack – Court

Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

The Court of Appeal has increased the prison sentence of a man who threw his friend headfirst over a 2.8 metre balcony, shattering his spine.


Prime Minister marks Remembrance Day

Wednesday 13 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Prime Minister Henry Puna arrived in Canberra in time to lay a wreath and mark Remembrance Day in Australia this week.

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Standing together to fight the demons

Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend

With their wacky activities to raise awareness, a group of young men is getting Cook Islanders talking about mental health. Now, the Ministry of Health is inviting everyone to contribute to a plan to tackle the taboo subject.

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'We can't wait around for other people to speak'

Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

Ruta Tangiiau Mavé has a lot to say, and she wants to be heard through her new column in the Cook Islands News.

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'I could not fight back'

Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime

Police appeal for information to help them track down two violent thugs. Father Ina Tipokoroa said he hoped police could make an arrest with the information they have – and called for shop owners to install security cameras so it is easier to catch robbers.

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Market watch: Punanga Nui Market

Monday 11 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local

With a variety of meals to choose from at the Punanga Nui night market, Sweet AZ rocky road pies would be a sweet tooth desert delight.

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Jasmin makes artificial intelligence real

Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend

Jasmin Forbes-James started teaching in labs and tutorials to help pay her way through her undergraduate degree in robotics – then to her surprise, she discovered she enjoyed teaching engineering.

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Kids page: 'I was shocked, it's beautiful' – father

Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education

The colours in Apii Te Uki Ou students’ paintings told stories all of their own.

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New financial services ease life Cash in, cash out, cashed up

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.

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Wheelie bad thief owns up

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.


PMs challenged to broach climate change

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.

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Opinion: Sexual violence is the real concern

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.

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Men convicted of bar brawl

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.


Man's mission to desex and assist island's cats

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.

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Learning from experience

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.

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Violence no laughing matter

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.

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Movember: 'We tell our boys to stop crying'

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.

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Grieving dog owner warns others to keep their dog safe

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.

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Sharing music with the world

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.

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