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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Controversy over water bills- Tourism Industry Council calls for ‘dry run’
Friday 29 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National, Tourism
The Tourism Industry Council has suggested that the first water bill issued this month be treated as a ‘dry run’ due to concerns about the fairness and transparency of the new water billing system.
Mangaia Science Expo: Island students explore ‘Beyond the Sky’
Thursday 28 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Mangaia School students and island residents are being treated to a rare opportunity to participate in a science expo titled “Te Rangi Atea – Beyond the Sky,” held on the island this week.
Browne challenges Religious Restrictions Act, proposes ‘immediate comprehensive review’
Thursday 28 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The comments from the Minister for Justice concerning the registration of religious organisations in the Cook Islands warrant careful legal, constitutional, and human rights consideration, says the Leader of the Opposition.
Driver charged over Kavera crash involving multiple vehicles
Thursday 28 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The driver who is alleged to have caused a major crash in Kavera on Sunday night has been charged and is expected to appear at the Criminal Court in Avarua today.
Cook Islands scholar joins science academy
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Environment, National
Cook Islands will benefit from the launch of the Pacific Academy of Sciences, which promotes the study of natural and social science, indigenous knowledge and technology.
First Cook Islander joins prestigious fellowship
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, Local, National, Weekend
As the first Cook Islander to be accepted into a “lifetime” fellowship, Louisa Castledine is looking forward to introducing Cook Islands to a global league of academic leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Court briefs
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Hiwi Wauatai, who admitted to carelessly driving in Takuvaine on May 13 this year, was discharged without a conviction at the Criminal Court in Avarua last Thursday.
Road markings resume in Muri
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Infrastructure Cook Islands civil works team began marking the new seal roads last week.
Miraculous escape in horror crash
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A granddad praised God for the safety of his granddaughter and other youths who were involved in a serious car crash in Rarotonga, while criticising drunk driving and delayed emergency response.
Police attend to weekend crashes
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police are investigating a hit and run case that was reported early yesterday morning.
Cooks, NZ health discuss dialysis unit
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora, Ministry of Health is holding discussions with New Zealand health officials for a new dialysis unit.
Deep-sea 'promotion not consultation'
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Opposition leader Tina Browne has claimed that the meaning of the word “consultation” is lost on the Government, following a government-led seabed minerals meeting that was held in New Zealand last week.
Read, read, read
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
To be a writer, you need to read, read, read, says children’s book author Karen McMillan, who recently wrote Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga.
RMD ‘system error’ annoys taxpayer
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
A businessman in Rarotonga is annoyed with the Cook Islands tax department for a taxation blunder they’re calling a ‘system error’.
Defendants must attend court proceedings
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A defence lawyer has raised concerns with the Court over recent media reporting of her client’s non-attendance to court proceedings. However, the Justice of the Peace said that a defendant must be at the hearings and it was not optional.
8th Primary School Badminton Comp
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Eight schools will be part of the 8th Annual Primary School Badminton Tournament which will begin tomorrow from 9am-2.30pm.
Water group questions TTV's financial management
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Community group Te Vai Ora Maori (TVOM) has requested an investigation into Rarotonga’s water authority, To Tatou Vai’s financial management.
MMR advises on marine resources harvesting
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The Ministry of Marine Resources is advising the public that the harvesting of marine resources should always be done in a manner that is to provide for an immediate need.
Farmers angry at produce thieves
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga grower says farmers on the island are getting ‘angry’ as they have noticed some of their produce missing.
Wildlife centre alleged culprit image on CCTV
Tuesday 19 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Stephanie Jansen from the Discover Marine and Wildlife Eco Centre in Arorangi has thanked the members of the public who have shown their support after news of a burglary at the centre was shared on social media.
