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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Accused admits wrongdoing in police defraud case
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
One of the four accused of conspiring to defraud the Cook Islands Police has pleaded guilty.
Fourth robbery accused to appear in court
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The fourth alleged offender suspected to have been involved in an alleged armed robbery of Woo’s Store in Tikioki, is expected to appear in court today.
Punanga Nui Market ‘pumping’
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Punanga Nui Market fees will remain free for vendors during the week from Monday to Friday, says market manager William Taripo.
University’s local student body wants resolution
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Regional
The local student body of the University of the South Pacific has put their trust in the principles of good governance of the University to solve its internal issues.
Dengue outbreak confirmed
Thursday 4 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Members of the public are being urged to avoid mosquito bites during the daytime - particularly at dusk and dawn – after a new dengue outbreak in the Cook Islands was declared by Te Marae Ora health ministry.
University saga takes new twist
Thursday 4 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National, Regional
The University of the South Pacific’s Cook Islands campus director hopes member countries will come together and put extreme pressure on the Fijian Government after shock deportation of their vice chancellor.
Badminton gets off to flying start
Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
This week’s Badminton World Federation Development and Shuttle kicked off despite the heavy rain on Monday.
Health ministry seeks updated personal information
Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora has confirmed that the process of updating personal information does not involve gathering individual passport details.
Alleged aggravated robbers denied bail
Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Two of the three accused of aggravated robbery will be in police custody until the next adjournment, while the youngest of the group is on bail.
Cook Islander Pero fires up for Apprentice NZ show
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National
It would seem that plans to semi-retire and relax after many years of hard work and huge success is not on the cards just yet for Mike Pero.
Police nab robbery suspects
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police Service received praised for swift action leading to arrests of suspects in Woo’s Store robbery.
Elderly care centre remains in limbo
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Are Pa Metua will continue shifting their belongings from the Airport Authority premises to the home of coordinator of the centre Moana-O-Liliuokalani Marsters today.
Capturing rare weather phenomenon
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service yesterday managed to capture a rare weather phenomenon called radiation fog.
Beddoes’ brilliance
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands middle distance runner Alex Beddoes started his 2021 campaign with an important win in New Zealand.
More rain needed to replenish local intakes
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Despite some heavy rain in Rarotonga in the last few days, water authority To Tatou Vai says more is still needed to meet demand.
Margarito Tri-es Again
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The season opening Team Triathlon Challenge saw a good number of newcomers and former triathletes competing.
Parliament still looking for new Clerk
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Cook Islands Parliament is hoping to appoint a new Clerk by early March.
Former Demos CEO claiming $165k for ‘wrongful dismissal’
Monday 1 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The High Court on Friday attended to several Civil Court matters brought before Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC through a Zoom video conference call.
Four appear on drugs charges
Saturday 30 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police has for the first time, applied charges relating to money-laundering in respect to drug dealing cases.
Island life showcased in fashion wear
Saturday 30 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features
While growing up, Cook Islands fashion designer and aspiring school teacher Toka Toka has always carried his mother’s advice: “In all that you do, do not forget God. He is the reason you are blessed with your talent.” This has become his mantra for success.