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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Man on trial for crash, refusal of breathalyser
Tuesday 12 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A Rarotonga man is on trial for careless driving causing injury and refusing a breathalyser test after allegedly causing a motorcycle accident.
Survey shows ‘larger employers’ pay above minimum wage, says Chamber
Tuesday 12 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
A Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce survey has shown that the majority of employers, particularly larger employers, pay their employees more than the national minimum wage.
Defending champs unstoppable
Monday 11 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands 2024 Mixed Touch Competition has five more weeks of round robin games before the exciting playoffs.
‘Landmark decision’: Cook Islands High Court invalidates preferential residency for Kiwis
Monday 11 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands High Court has ruled that a residency regulation giving preferential treatment to New Zealand citizens is ‘invalid’.
Police see positive start to year with reduced crime
Saturday 9 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Island Police reported lower burglary and stolen bike rates in early 2024 compared to 2023, but warn of potential increase in traffic accidents due to poor driving habits.
The king of heat: Elvis inspired hot sauce to hit the market
Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, National
Cook Islands hot sauce businessman and Elvis Presley fan, Paul Lynch, will be launching his latest “hot, hot 10+ Burnin’ Love” sauce this Saturday.
Dangerous driving charge prompts legal advice
Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A motorist who was charged for dangerous driving and failure to stop has been advised to get a lawyer.
Expats seek minimum wage increase to match rising costs
Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
Foreign workers associations in the Cook Islands are calling for an increase in the minimum wage rate to match the rising cost of living.
Rarotonga teachers explore teaching fractions through art and visualisation
Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Rarotonga mathematics teachers were introduced to a workshop exploring the teaching of fractions using art and visualisation, instead of formulas, at Apii Nikao yesterday.
National Geographic Orion brings tourists to Rarotonga for excursions
Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Tourism
About 60 passengers disembarked from the visiting cruise vessel in Rarotonga on Tuesday.
Avaroa Cable remains preferred internet choice due to speed and quality: PM
Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Technology
Avaroa Cable is still the preferred means of internet connection in the Cook Islands “because of its speed and quality of connection”, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Public submissions open for national minimum wage review
Thursday 7 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Economy, National
A panel has been established to determine the Cook Islands’ new minimum wage, which was proposed to increase by $0.30 to $9.30 per hour this year.
Unbeaten GAT and Nukz Power lead
Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Team GAT remains undefeated and leads the 2024 Cook Islands Touch open men’s competition after round two at the National Stadium in Nikao. Nukz Power holds the top spot in the women’s category, mirroring their male counterparts with an unbeaten run and 18 points.
NES develops environmental management plan to address unsustainable turtle tours
Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service is developing an environmental management plan to address concerns about unsustainable tourism practices impacting sea turtles in Rarotonga.
Man on probation seeks passport to visit ill father in Fiji
Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A 33-year-old Fijian citizen, Semesa Nalalakiwai, recently sentenced to 16 months’ probation with the first six months on community service, applied for his passport release to visit his ill father in Fiji.
Court discharges woman accused of forging receipt in car purchase
Wednesday 6 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman accused of forging a receipt for a vehicle purchase that never occurred has been discharged of the charge of obtaining by false pretense.
Cook Islands sprinter Tolosa equals 60 metre national record
Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands sprinter Daniel Tolosa has equalled the longstanding 60 metre national record of 7.23 seconds.
Award-winning photographer calls for protection of Cook Islands marine life
Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands photographer Charlotte Piho, who represented the Oceania region at the Xposure Festival in Dubai last week, received another photography award.
Operator raises concerns over increased motorised boats in lagoon
Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National
A turtle tour operator has raised concerns that there has been an increased use of motorised boats in the Avaavaroa Passage.
Pastor claims ‘friend’ forged receipts in alleged vehicle scam
Tuesday 5 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The defendant jury trial of a woman accused of allegedly forging a receipt for a vehicle purchase that never occurred continues at the High Court in Avarua today.