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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
‘Politicians always want to push boundaries’
Wednesday 17 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A former Clerk of Parliament told the High Court yesterday during the high-profile charter flight case he would not have signed any documents for the approval of flights to pick the newly-elected MPs from the Pa Enua after the 2018 elections.
Teen banned from driving
Tuesday 16 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A 17-year-old has been disqualified from driving or holding a drivers’ licence in the Cook Islands for two years.
Key witness takes stand in charter flight case
Tuesday 16 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Former deputy Clerk of Parliament Helen Maunga claimed she was pressured to arrange a charter flight by Finance Minister Mark Brown, now the country’s Prime Minister, in 2018. The case continues today in Cook Islands High Court.
Four denied bail for alleged drug sales
Monday 15 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The four men who are facing charges of money laundering and selling cannabis have been denied bail.
‘Count yourself fortunate’
Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
A former staff, who admitted to conspiring to defraud the Cook Islands Police, has been sentenced to two years’ probation with the first nine months on community service.
School focuses on basic life skills
Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
St Joseph’s School is focusing on developing the life skills of its students by teaching them ei making skills and introducing them to traditional games.
Suspended police officer takes stand in brawl trial
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The criminal jury trial of a suspended police officer who is alleged to have assaulted a young father in 2019 continued at the High Court yesterday before Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC.
Cop brawl trial starts
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Video footage of a police officer punching a handcuffed man outside an Avarua fast food outlet was presented as evidence in a criminal jury trial at the High Court on Wednesday.
Recruiter denies seasonal worker’s concerns
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Teething problems marked the arrival of more than 80 Cook Islanders set to work at Alliance Group’s Southland plants for the season.
Delayed Liloa II arrives with much needed cargo
Wednesday 10 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
With many shops dealing with bare shelves and shrinking inventories, relief arrived this week with the arrival of cargo ship Liloa II.
Stepping into the Prime Minister’s shoes
Tuesday 9 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Forty-two senior students from six schools took part in a mock Parliamentary session yesterday, and debated on the new helmet law.
Panthers smash Sea Eagles 84-8
Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers’ Jeremy Campbell breaks away from Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles defenders at Nukupure Park on Saturday. The Panthers smashed the Sea Eagles 84-8. In the other premier match, Avatiu Nikao Eels defeated Arorangi Bears 34-24 at Raemaru Park. In the women’s match played on Friday, Titikaveka Bulldogs defeated Tupapa Panthers 14-8.
More translation courses needed
Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
The Kopapa Reo Maori translation/interpretation workshop course held last week at Sinai Hall was a challenging experience for Michael Moeara from the island of Mangaia.
Action Man helps Creative Centre
Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Minister George (Maggie) Angene, Member of Parliament for Tupapa, was out with his boys assisting the Creative Centre with their clean up around the compound on Friday.
From sunny Rarotonga to freezing works
Monday 8 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Six of Captain Tama’s Lagoon Cruizes staff are currently in New Zealand under a seasonal work contract – all to support their families here in Rarotonga.
Postponed league matches to be played today
Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The postponed round three Raro Cars Cook Islands Rugby League competition matches will be played today.
Mixing science with fun and imagination
Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
Former Miss Cook Islands and Miss South Pacific Joyana Finch recently released a book ‘Buzz the Electron’ on Amazon. Just weeks after its release, Finch saw the book rise to number one in the ‘Children’s electricity and electronic’ category on Amazon. It has received a five-star rating.
Parliament explains delay in appointment of new Clerk
Saturday 6 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
The Clerk of Parliament’s position has been re-advertised due to the small number of applications received, says Cook Islands Parliament.
Invitation to join writing group
Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Te Vairanga Kite Pakari or the Cook Islands Research Association’s writing group convened this week and an invitation is extended to anyone who is interested to join them.
Court matters adjourned due to tsunami warning
Friday 5 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Several matters were brought before Justice of the Peace Bernice Manarangi Thursday, however due to the tsunami warning some matters were adjourned.
