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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Feel the music, dance and let your body tell the story
Monday 28 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, Local, National
It is all about moving and feeling the music and the song, says Lady-Joe TangataTerekia. Known to many as LJ, the mother of 11 visited Rarotonga to empower women and encourage them to accept who they are through her Hulanesian Fitness programme.
Security measures a must, warn Police
Monday 28 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Security measures are a must as the festive season draws near and break-ins are likely to increase.
Graduates prove age is no barrier to learning
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National
One hundred and thirteen (113) graduates walked across the stage to receive their certificates in the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute graduation at the National Auditorium on Friday.
CIFWA to hold inaugural Feminist Forum
Saturday 26 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Aiming to empower and build capacity for young women, the Cook Islands Family Welfare Association (CIFWA) will be hosting Cook Islands National Feminist Forum on November 29.
Education needed to address the culture of domestic violence
Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Culture, National
Education is needed to address the culture of domestic violence, says the coordinator of the newly-established men’s counselling service, Te Punanga Ora’anga Matutu (Te POM).
Livestock owners urged to look after their animals
Thursday 24 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
Livestock owners on Rarotonga and the Pa Enua are being urged to look after their animals during this dry spell. Ministry of Agriculture secretary Temarama Anguna-Kamana reminded livestock owners the need to provide water daily to their animals
Mauke Soldier Search Mission a success
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Local, National, Outer Islands
The burial sites of up to 23 Cook Islands World War I soldiers on the island of Mauke have been identified.
Toka’s local designs to feature in Paris and London
Wednesday 31 August 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Emerging fashion designer Toka Toka is set to launch Cook Islands culture, design and dance on the international runway through fashion.
Tracing back Marsters family lineage
Monday 12 April 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, In Depth
Caroline Akakaingaro Raea, nee Marsters, was unaware that a collection of her Marsters family photos ever existed, until her 70th birthday. And to her surprise these photos were located in the very library that her daughter Taputukura Raea works in, the National Library of New Zealand.
Chartered accountant recognised with prestigious fellowship
Wednesday 7 April 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A local finance professional is honoured and privileged to call herself a Fellow Chartered Accountant.
Family business keeps fishermen busy during pandemic
Wednesday 7 April 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A Rarotonga company specialising in fish supply has found a new way to do business in order to keep themselves going during these challenging Covid-19 times.
No permit required for removing indigenous trees
Thursday 1 April 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
There are no regulations in place to discourage government agencies and members of the public from removing trees.
Aitutaki ‘fully booked’ for long Easter break
Thursday 1 April 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Over 400 local travellers will be heading to Aitutaki for the long Easter weekend, and industry members see the surge as a welcome relief for businesses on the island.
Preserving history and culture
Wednesday 31 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Te Fuinga o Niva Manihiki on Rarotonga launched their “na mea o te fare” history and cultural event by observing “tanu purapura” – a planting ceremony – on Saturday at the Constitution Park.
Government agency to remove trees
Wednesday 31 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Concerns have been raised over lack of public consultation on government’s decision to remove indigenous trees from Avarua township.
Top cop to be named next week
Wednesday 31 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The appointment of the new Police Commissioner will be made by the end of next week, says media advisor to the Office of the Prime Minister, Jaewynn McKay.
PM Brown meets diplomats from partnering countries
Wednesday 31 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Ambassadors and diplomats from various countries based in Wellington, New Zealand had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister Mark Brown at a special event earlier this week.
A walk to remember
Tuesday 30 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The first day of the Holy Week, the commemoration of Jesus Christ’s arrival into Jerusalem was celebrated by the Cook Islands Catholic community on Sunday.
Opportunity to build capacity in local seabed minerals sector
Monday 29 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is offering training opportunities to developing countries and the Cook Islanders are encouraged to apply.
Local security firm prepares for travel bubble
Monday 29 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga-based security firm Cook Islands Security (CIS) will today start their recruitment training for incoming officers.
