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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Suspected breast cancer samples sent for testing
Wednesday 31 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Ten samples from suspected breast cancer cases have been sent to New Zealand labs for further testing.
Store employee fled flames, court told
Tuesday 30 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
It was June 14, the night of the 2018 general election. Friendly Mart in Arorangi had closed at 10pm, and the workers had gone home to watch the election results roll in. But at around 11.15pm, sharp-eyed neighbours saw smoke billowing from the front and back doors of the building.
Editorial: Animal abusers are a tiny but ugly minority
Monday 29 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Opinion
Wandering around Punanga Nui market this weekend with our little golden-furred terrier Rusty, everyone wants to come up and pat him. (In some cases, they’re a lot happier to see him than to see me!)
Repeat offender back in custody
Monday 29 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Fewer than 12 hours after the High Court granted him bail, repeat offender Paulo Teio was taken back into custody.
What's in your water?
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
When I get sick, I go to the doctors, not the water, and I put my faith in God.”
Anolyte champion in last-ditch bid
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Scientist Dr Ian Calhaem concurs with the Cook Islands authorities that the water in the islands need to be made safe to drink.
The family that fight together …
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A mother and daughter have both admitted charges of common assault, been convicted and ordered to come up for sentencing if called upon in the next six months.
Man admits 'traumatic' Club Raro invasion
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A young man has admitted the assault and aggravated burglary of an Australian tourist and her husband in their room at the Club Raro resort.
Letters: Remember Bastille Day: Heads must roll
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, The police wage rise for new recruits will take them to $15,000 – that is about five police officers’ annual wages being paid to Te-Hani to do nothing.
Last chance: Fundraiser extension
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The creative trail fundraiser for Rarotonga’s Creative Centre has been extended for another week.
Police inquiry into sawn-off rifle claim
Friday 26 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
Police are investigating an allegation that MP Albert Nicholas had a .22 rifle sawn off for him.
Police ready as excitement mounts for Te Maeva Nui
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Police promise they will keep traffic flowing tomorrow with diversions and control point officers, ensuring hundreds of excited fans can see the parade launching Te Maeva Nui celebrations.
Repeat offender: Send me to jail
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A recidivist drink-driver, who opted to get his court matter over and done with, was this week sentenced to two months’ imprisonment.
Young mum in 4-car crash
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A 20-year-old mother can no longer drive her child to friends or to the shops, after causing a drunken smash on the main road between Avatiu and Nikao
Two days, two drink-drivers Too many lives torn apart
Thursday 25 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police warn: Drink and drive and no matter who you are, no matter your profession, they will enforce the law.
Cooks ship released
Wednesday 24 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
Cook Islands registered vessel Alexander Tvardovskiy has been released from detention and the crew wages have been paid.
Health leaders' stark warning: Sickness, death – or chlorination
Wednesday 24 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Health experts have stepped up with forthright warnings about the need for a disinfection tool like chlorine to combat the dangers of waterborne illnesses.
Drink-drive smash in rental
Tuesday 23 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A driver arrested over the weekend for crashing his car under the influence of alcohol is to appear court.
Family issues play out in court over assault matter
Monday 22 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Local organisation Punanga Tauturu Inc says help must be given where it’s needed in the case of a man who allegedly assaulted his partner.
Bin collection days to be reduced
Saturday 20 July 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Rubbish collection days will be cut down to once a week for many households around Rarotonga.
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