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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Tourists injured in crash involving three motorbikes
Saturday 24 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Three tourists were provided medical attention after a motor vehicle crash at YWAM, Titikaveka yesterday morning.
Herrmann reaffirms commitment to work closely with Fiji
Friday 23 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Politics
Secretary for Foreign Affairs and Immigration Tepaeru Herrmann reaffirmed Cook Islands commitment to work closely with Fiji to expand air and sea connectivity, to promote trade and investment and people to people links.
Netball announces development squad
Friday 23 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Netball Cook Islands has announced its development squad in preparation for the World Youth Cup 2025.
Fatal motorbike crash accused granted bail
Friday 23 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
The motorbike driver accused of causing a fatal crash on June 10, late Saturday morning, has been granted bail.
Team spirit in Men’s Netball competition
Wednesday 21 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Islands and the Fiji Community’s team spirit at the inaugural Men’s Netball Competition 2023 has been acknowledged by Netball Cook Islands.
Resorts locked in dates for Pacific Islands Forum
Wednesday 21 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Pacific Islands Forum, Tourism
With a couple of months into the welcoming of Pacific Islands leaders for the 52nd Pacific Island Forum Leaders Meeting, resorts on Rarotonga have started receiving bookings.
Man in possession of cannabis to face court
Wednesday 21 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A passenger of an incoming flight on Saturday morning was arrested and charged for possession of cannabis.
Cook Islands teens home after Arctic journey
Tuesday 20 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
The Kōrero o te 'Ōrau's 'Ātui'anga ki te Tango students Siana Whatarau and Winton Herman have arrived home safely from their Arctic journey.
Infrastructure Minister clarifies Arorangi CICC roadworks
Tuesday 20 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Infrastructure Minister Albert Nicholas said the roadworks at Arorangi in front of the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) was carried out on the request of Mama Tinomana Tokerau Ariki and former MP William “Smiley” Heather.
Tokouso wins Tri Nations Series
Monday 19 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Tokouso Samoa/Tonga Residents team claimed the inaugural Cook Islands Rugby League Association Tri Nations Series after beating Cook Islands Residents on Saturday.
Court briefs
Monday 19 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Simiona Maihia facing drink driving and careless driving charges appeared before Justice of the Peace Nadine Newnham at the Criminal Court in Avarua on Thursday last week.
Infectious disease ruled out in chicken deaths investigation
Monday 19 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Health, National
New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) animal health experts have ruled out infectious disease as the cause of death for the Rarotonga chickens.
Possession is key: Nicholas
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands Residents will focus on ball possession in today’s Cook Islands Rugby League Tri Nations Series final match against Tokouso- Samoa/Tonga Residents at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Avarua CICC holds tivaivai exhibition
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
In preparation for the 34th Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) General Assembly next month, the women of the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) showcased their tivaivai designs and products at the Takamoa Theological College Hall on Thursday.
Alleged driver remanded
Friday 16 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
The alleged motorbike driver involved in the weekend’s fatal crash has been remanded into custody until June 22.
Men’s netball competition starts today
Thursday 15 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The national netball squad preparing for the Pacific Games 2023 will be part of the inaugural Netball Cook Islands Men’s Competition that starts today at the National Sports Arena.
National women's cricket gets overseas help
Thursday 15 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands women’s cricket team have started their training for the ICC T20 Women’s East Asia Pacific World Cup Qualifier which will be played in Vanuatu in August.
Turtles are not pet material, says Te Are Manu Vet Clinic head
Thursday 15 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Turtles are not designed to be domesticated or kept as pets, says Te Are Manu Vet Clinic medical director Dr Michael Baer.
Motorcycle crash survivor arrested
Thursday 15 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police have arrested the survivor of a motorbike crash that resulted in the death of a 24-year-old man on Saturday in Titikaveka.
Cooks Beach Volleyball looks to move up another level at 2023 Pacific Games
Wednesday 14 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Cook Islands Beach Volleyball aims to improve and move up another level in the Pacific region at this year’s Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
