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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
TC Nat set to hit the Southern Cooks now cancelled
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands, Weather
The weather warning that was in force for the northern waters of the Southern Cooks is now cancelled. The public is advised to remain vigilant as the Southern Cook Islands was set to feel the brunt of Tropical Cyclone Nat (N-E-T) as it was expected to have affected Aitutaki and Mauke last night.
Tapping into more tourism plans for the Pa Enua
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands, Tourism
Through destination development, Cook Islands Tourism Corporation is looking at opportunities, stating that “an opportunity exists to expand the tourism offering and amplify community-led tourism in the Pa Enua”.
Tolosa prepares for Glasgow
Monday 5 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands is ready for another busy year and looks forward to more achievements.
More alleged brawlers expected in court this week
Monday 5 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
More alleged brawlers are expected to appear in court on Thursday after facing charges of fighting in a public place and assault with intent.
Sporting body questions Lewis’ dual roles
Saturday 3 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
A national sporting federation has voiced concerns about the concurrent roles of Owen Lewis, the Secretary for Education, who continues to serve as secretary general of the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC).
18-year-old seeks help for urgent medical treatment
Saturday 3 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, Health, Local, National, Regional
Fundraising efforts are underway to help 18-year-old Valyla Hickes get the medical treatment she needs in Fiji.
No person is above the law: Brown
Saturday 3 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, Local, National, Politics
Prime Minister Mark Brown confirmed Tongareva seat is vacant after former deputy prime minister Robert Tapaitau’s conviction, triggering a by-election within 60 days.
Mixed Touch off to exciting start
Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association weekly mixed division competition got off to an exciting start on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Filipino community welcomes changes to immigration policy
Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The Rarotonga Filipino community has welcomed the recent change in immigration policy allowing foreign workers to have a secondary job.
Heatwave to last until April, says weather office
Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National, Weather
Cook Islands is expected to experience temperatures close to 30 degrees Celsius until April, according to the Meteorological Service.
Tapaitau remains in office, awaiting removal process
Friday 2 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Economy, National, Parliament, Politics
Cook Islands Deputy Prime Minister remains in office despite conviction while awaiting formal removal process and potential appeal.
Tourism rebound strong, despite challenges
Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The Cook Islands Tourism Corporation had highlighted some of its key challenges and mitigation strategies in its annual report for the year ending June 30, 2023, submitted to Parliament last December.
Chamber of Commerce and Tourism welcome immigration policy changes
Thursday 1 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands Chamber of Commerce welcomes the recent immigration policy changes, though some of their proposed revisions were not adopted.
Touchdown! Defending champs crush rivals in season kickoff
Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association’s 2024 season kicked off with the women’s Nukz Power team defeating FBI in the opening match on Monday.
Police probe Nikao brawl, video shows violent attacks on teenager
Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The Cook Islands Police are investigating a brawl that took place on Sunday outside the Super Brown store in Nikao.
Cruise season kicks off with 500+ visitors on Europa 2, Star Breeze
Wednesday 31 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
More than 500 cruise ship passengers arrived in Rarotonga, with the Europa 2 inaugurating the year’s cruise season on Saturday, followed by the Star Breeze on Monday.
37 complaints spark environmental action
Tuesday 30 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The National Environment Service (NES) received 37 complaints between 2022 and 2023 regarding environmental concerns, according to their annual report for the year ending June 30, 2023.
JCPC delay frustrates Police as backlog of cases piles up
Tuesday 30 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, Local, National
Police seek swifter activation of the Juvenile Crime Prevention Committee to address a backlog of cases, including a burglary involving a 13-year-old suspect. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Cricket Association looks at more team development
Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket Association (CICA) is developing a New Zealand based training programme for their players, to work in conjunction with their local programme.
Brown prepares for busy 2024
Monday 29 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
With parliament’s first sitting set to start on February 19, government is planning to work full on once February commences with the supplementary budget.
