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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Tourists robbed in broad daylight
Friday 26 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police have labelled an incident where a visiting couple were robbed of their valuables at a Titikaveka beach on Wednesday afternoon as a ‘disgraceful, brazen act of theft’. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Badminton Cook Islands gears up for busy 2024 season
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Cook Islands has a busy year ahead, starting with the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
High sea swells to subside later today, says Meteorological Service
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Weather
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service says the high sea swells affecting both the Northern and Southern groups are expected to calm down later today.
Airport seeks funding for phase two
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Cook Islands Airport Authority is moving into the second phase of the multi-million dollar project to replace the old concrete slabs.
Public lands on runway for Airport Authority’s 50th Anniversary Celebration
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Close to 4000 delighted people laughed and beamed as they walked, ran, cycled, and skated along Rarotonga’s International Airport runway on Tuesday in commemoration of its 50th anniversary, to be celebrated on Monday next week.
Cooks women take fifth place at Pacific Cup
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands National Women’s Cricket team has taken fifth place after defeating Fiji at the 2024 SouthSeas Pacific Cup International Women’s Tournament in Auckland.
High sea swells warning issued
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Services issued a heavy swell warning for both the Southern and Northern Cook Islands yesterday.
Tourist safe after a night on the mountain
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A 40-year-old tourist was located at the Ikurangi track after a night in the cold, and police say it was not exactly a rescue mission for them since the tourist took care of herself and was still fit.
Drink driving accused appear in court
Wednesday 24 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
Sailosi Waqalala Ratuvukivuki appeared before Justice of the Peace John Whitta at the Avarua Criminal Court on Thursday last week for a charge of excess blood alcohol and careless driving.
Mix Pac and Bounty Spikers crowned Beach Volleyball champions
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Mix Pac were crowned the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games Volleyball competition men’s champions on Saturday at the Nikao Beach Courts.
Outrage erupts as CISNOC silent on prize giving delay
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Beach Games participants are outraged by Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC)’s decision to delay the 2024 prize giving by three days.
Miss Cook Islands Association seeks young women for 2024 programme
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features
Miss Cook Islands Association (MCIA) is calling on Cook Islands women aged 18-27 to join their personal development programme.
Meteorological Service gets boost for better forecasts
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service is among five Pacific islands nations with access to approximately US$50 million (NZ$82m) to enhance its capability.
JP wary of pressuring complainant
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
An assault on a female case was adjourned after the defence requested time for family mediation, sparking a debate about pressuring the complainant and cultural practices in domestic violence cases.
Busy year of bulletins, warnings
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
The Cook Islands Meteorological Service’s annual report tabled in Parliament last month, highlighted a busy year of weather monitoring and warnings.
Transport sees rise in licence renewals
Monday 22 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Cook Islands Land Transport Authority saw increased licence renewals, policy development, and promising initiatives in Pa Enua, with road safety collaboration and legislative review planned for the future.
AKTT returns to Cook Islands Beach Games Volleyball
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) returns to the Cook Islands Beach Games volleyball tournament after missing out last year.
Schools gear up for busy year
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Schools in the Cook Islands are gearing up for the start of the new academic year, and parents are being advised to support their children with their studies.
Juvenile crime spikes, NGO calls for parents to step up
Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Culture, Education, Local, National
Cook Islands NGO Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau is calling on parents to re-engage with their children following recent police investigations into a 13-year-old involved in burglary and other offences.
Cook Islands to miss Pacific Islands pageant again
Friday 19 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features, Weekend
Cook Islands will miss the Pacific Islands pageant contest for the second consecutive year after pulling out of the 2024 event to be held in Nauru next month.
