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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
High hopes for Pacific Games
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands team to the Pacific Games 2023 in Honiara, Solomon Islands this year is looking to increase their medal tally.
Police investigate alleged Nikao assault incident
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A family has reached out to the Rarotonga community seeking more information about an alleged incident at the Nikao Social Centre.
Statement expected next week on medicinal cannabis : Prime Minister’s Office
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Health, Local, National
The final draft report and a plan for a medicinal cannabis regime has been completed, says Office of the Prime Minister chief of staff Ben Ponia.
Tourism industry is resilient, says re-elected leader
Tuesday 26 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has re-elected its outspoken president Liana Scott for another term.
Tennis achieves fourth placing
Monday 25 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Tennis
Cook Islands Tennis men’s team placed seventh while the women managed fourth place at the Nations Cup Pacific tournament in Samoa.
‘Positive changes’ coming to Immigration Regulations : Tourism Council president
Monday 25 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
With new details on the changes to the newly implemented Immigration Regulations yet to be revealed, the Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council, which had sought legal advice on the new rules, says there are some positive changes coming.
Athletes eye personal bests
Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Features, Sports, Weekend
Over 200 athletes and officials will represent the Cook Islands at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands, this November. Cook Islands News online editor Losirene Lacanivalu interviews Athletics Cook Islands squad members Tatiana Sherwin, Max Teuruaa, Daniel Tolosa, and Piri Nga on their preparations and expectations for the regional games.
Possible direct flight from Fiji for Pacific Islands Forum meet
Sunday 24 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional
Preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in Rarotonga and Aitutaki in November includes a special commercial flight with Fiji Airways.
Ready for Round Rarotonga
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Rarotonga’s top long-distance runners are looking forward to the 46th Round Rarotonga Road Race tomorrow.
Lack of defensive driving courses queried
Friday 22 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Local, National
A visiting Judge has asked why defensive driving is not an option in the Cook Islands following police concerns about the future of road safety in the nation.
Man acquitted of three charges, fined $550 for assaulting female
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man facing multiple assault charges against women was found guilty on only one charge of ‘low level assault with no injury’ and fined $550.
Govt steps up preparations for Forum Meeting, mum on budget
Thursday 21 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) says it continues to advance preparations to host the 52nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting (PIFLM52) in November but would not say how much it would cost.
Zhuhai Municipal Government assists Cooks with Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands Forum
The Zhuhai Municipal Government, People’s Republic of China has assisted the Cook Islands Government with audio and TV equipment that will be installed for the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting in November.
Man facing multiple male assaults female charges appears before jury
Wednesday 20 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
The defended hearing for Okaytime Marsters, who is facing charges of three counts of assault on a female, and one charge of assault with intent to injure continues at the High Court in Avarua today.
Dining Table: Outstanding experience at On the Beach
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
Spend the evening overlooking the blue horizon as the sun sets at OTB, On the Beach Bar and Restaurant at Manuia Beach Resort Arorangi and you cannot miss the friendly welcome and hospitality of not only the staff, but OTB’s very own top chef and owner Philip Nordt.
Apii St Joseph’s principal role advertised
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Rarotonga’s Apii St Joseph’s Primary has advertised a full time position for the school’s principal.
‘Work together, find common ground’: PM Brown at Foreign Forum Ministers meeting
Monday 18 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
It is important to remember that in order for Pacific regionalism to work, we must be willing to work together to find common ground that positively contributes to the leaders’ vision.
Nine athletes from Athletics Cook Islands to join Pacific Games team
Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Pacific Games, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands has nine athletes participating at the 2023 Pacific Games in the Solomon Islands in November. This week, Cook Islands News features Rupeni Mataitoga who is currently training in Rarotonga and has been inspired by middle distance champion Beddoes to trial for the Pacific Games.
Careless driver convicted following jury trial
Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A woman who denied the charge of careless driving causing injury has been found guilty by a jury at the High Court in Avarua.
Retailers voice ‘egg-pectations’ as ongoing egg shortage is ‘no yolk’
Saturday 16 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, Local, National
The main issue behind egg shortages on Rarotonga is importation laws, says CITC Food Group Manager, Jason Burgess.
