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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Missing police details lead to dismissal of assault charges
Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The lack of details in the court case against a man who faced four counts of assaulting a female resulted in the dismissal of two charges against him.
Drink driving crashes result in hefty fines
Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Justice of the Peace Tangi Taoro presided over drink driving related matters that were presented at the Criminal Court in Avarua this week.
Parliament approves budget increase, leaders clash over economic outlook
Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Appropriation Amendment Bill 2024 (Supplementary Budget), seeking a top-up of $16.5 million to the 2023/24 budget, was passed in Parliament yesterday.
Education ‘master plan’ to improve NCEA pass rates
Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Education has started developing a new education master plan with support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), and with this they aim for an 80 per cent pass rate for NCEA levels.
Nobody is interested: Opposition leader says no one wants $1.7m electric vehicles
Thursday 29 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
No one is interested in purchasing the $1.7 million fleet of electric vehicles bought by the Government last year, the Opposition Leader told Parliament yesterday.
Cook Islands Touch Open heats up with close games
Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Despite the heat, Cook Islands Touch Open competition continued with close games and good sportsmanship at the National Stadium in Nikao on Monday.
New Deputy Speaker and Leader of the House set to be elected
Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Parliament resumes today with the election of the Deputy Speaker at 1pm and the Public Accounts Committee report on the Appropriation Amendment Bill 2024 (Supplementary Budget).
Man avoids reckless driving charge, found guilty of EBA
Wednesday 28 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who was charged for traffic offences more than two years ago was discharged without conviction for careless driving, but convicted for excess blood alcohol.
Marsters, Lindsay among names mentioned for CISNOC top job
Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) has received a number of expressions of interest and applications for the Secretary General’s role, says organisation president Hugh Graham.
Driver acquitted of failing to stop, convicted of refusing breathalyser
Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A driver who did not stop ‘immediately’ after police lights and sirens were activated was acquitted for failing to stop but convicted for refusing a breathalyser test.
Taking a dive into safety: Turtle tour operators sign MOU to enhance safety and sustainability
Tuesday 27 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Most turtle tour operators have signed a voluntary agreement with Cook Islands Tourism to enhance safety and environmental practices, but one operator disagrees, citing concerns about unchecked industry growth and safety gaps.
007 takes lead in Touch Mixed Comp
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association mixed category competition on Wednesday was fast, full of dives and drop balls for some teams as defending champions 007 emerged as strong contenders to retain their title.
‘Greenwashing’: Environment group slams ‘mineral harvesting’ in Seabed Mining Act
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The introduction of the term ‘mineral harvesting’ in the legislation governing seabed minerals in the Cook Islands is an attempt to ‘greenwash this destructive industry’, says a local environment group.
Cook Islands weatherman Ngari retires after 40 years
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands weatherman Arona Ngari, who served as the director of the Meteorological Service for 40 years, was celebrated at a special farewell function on Thursday night.
Super Slam swings into action
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Weather permitting, the 2024 Rarotonga Super Slam Competition’s first round will start today.
Staff vote chooses Imanuela Akatemia’s 2024 prefects
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Through a staff voting process, Imanuela Akatemia elected their 2024 student leaders.
Four-way battle for Penrhyn seat
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Four candidates, including the wife of the former MP and deputy prime minister, will contest the 2024 Penrhyn by-election to be held next month.
Parliament appoints ‘expert’ sub-committee to review Land Bills
Friday 23 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
A sub-committee of lawyers with expertise in Cook Islands land matters has been formed for the first time to review key Land Bills for lawmakers.
Badminton U17 team wins silver
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Cook Islands U17 team won silver at the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships U17 Invitational Team Challenge in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Economy positive, strong signs of recovery: PM Brown
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown says the country’s latest financial year report to June 2023 shows the country’s economy is very positive and showing signs of strong recovery.
