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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Outer islands get biosecurity officers
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.
Minister asks for pesticide alternatives
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.
Dengue infections in visitors
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.
Court briefs
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.
Safe hands: Flag-bearer for Cook Islands children
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.
Glass crusher for Rarotonga's landfill
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.
Letters: Accept offer of NZ ambulance
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).
Heading for the top
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.
Thou shalt not steal
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.
CITC defends slug pellets, saying the taste deters dogs
Friday 1 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands Trading Corporation say they have been selling slug and snail pellets for years and have never had any incident such as one that could cause the death of dogs.
Get ready for wet weather this weekend – Met Office
Thursday 31 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weather
Take that umbrella or wear a raincoat for the Raro 7s this weekend, says weather man Arona Ngari.
Pipelayers to be held to highest standards
Thursday 31 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Government promises quality control measures to ensure future work on Te Mato Vai project is up to international standard.
Business mentors celebrate 10 years
Thursday 31 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Ana File-Heather’s inspiration to start her own business was a reality TV show. But when real life came calling, it was a business mentor who helped her make it work.
Sevens reduced to two days
Wednesday 30 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union
The Raro International Sevens tournament has been condensed to two days.
Superwoman Rebeka
Wednesday 30 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
Rebeka Buchanan has come a long way in her professional career spanning about four decades. Tomorrow, Buchanan will be recognised for her effort when she will be awarded the prestigious “Woman of the Month” for October.
'Pacific region a strategic hub'
Wednesday 30 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Cook Islands high commissioner to New Zealand believes that the Pacific region has become somewhat a strategic hub.
Search for Akavi continues
Wednesday 30 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
Hopes of finding kidnapped Cook Islands nurse Louisa Akavi is dwindling after absence of any new information or positive sightings in recent months. Losirene Lacanivalu reports. Additional reporting from Stuff and RNZ.
Athletics hopes to reclaim $11,000 in stolen money
Tuesday 29 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Athletics Cook Islands says its international standing has been damaged by the disappearance of $63,000, some of it confirmed stolen.
Commonwealth compatriots
Sunday 27 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Cook Islands is seeking to improve relations with South-east Asian nations.
From fur and away
Sunday 27 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
As Te Are Manu veterinary clinic marks two years in Cook Islands, Losirene Lacanivalu discovers what makes it unique.
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