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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
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.
Bears optimistic of win against hapless Sea Eagles
Saturday 27 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Arorangi Bears premier men’s side will be going all out to maintain their third placing in the 2021 Raro Cars Rugby League competition.
Committed to looking after Cooks workers
Saturday 27 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Alliance Group, the Southland-based cooperative operating freezing works, says they are committed to looking after Cook Islanders who have signed up for seasonal work.
Japan-Cook Islands mark decade long partnership
Friday 26 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Japan-Cook Islands Society will focus on completing the 1000 paper crane challenge tomorrow and place them on a permanent display.
Constitution Amendment Bill defeated
Friday 26 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
The Opposition Party has reiterated its call for the amendment process of the Constitution Bill to be done correctly without any flaws from start to finish.
Penrhyn Islanders enjoy green leafy vegetables
Friday 26 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
The villagers of Omoka on the northern group island of Tongareva were given the first harvest of hydroponic Bok Choy’s (cabbages) this week.
Years of hard work pays off
Thursday 25 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Roselyn Strickland is humbled and honoured to be part of the Cook Islands legal fraternity.
Weather Office commemorates World Meteorological Day
Thursday 25 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
The Cook Islands Meteorological Services director Arona Ngari and his team joined 192 members of the World Meteorological Organisation in commemorating World Meteorological Day on Tuesday.
Parliament approves Agriculture Bill
Thursday 25 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
The new Agriculture Act 2021 provides the Ministry with a clear legal mandate for powers which it requires to more effectively manage the agriculture sector, says Agriculture Secretary Temarama Anguna-Kamana.
Officials seeking family connection to Commonwealth War Grave
Wednesday 24 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Families of six Cook Islands First World War soldiers are being requested to contact NZ officials in lead up to the dedication of the new Pacific Islands Memorial at the Pukeahu National War Memorial Park in Wellington this weekend.
Parliament this week
Wednesday 24 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Briefs from this week's two-day sitting of Parliament.
Puna bids farewell with some words of advice
Wednesday 24 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
It was an emotional moment for former prime minister Henry Puna on Tuesday, as he bid farewell to Parliament while announcing his retirement as MP for Manihiki.
Police continue fight against illicit drugs
Monday 22 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Community cooperation is crucial in the fight against illicit drugs, says the Cook Islands Police.
Puna turns focus to Forum
Monday 22 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Manihiki MP Henry Puna is looking forward to assuming the top Pacific Islands Forum role after the High Court dismissed the charter flight case that saw him facing fraud charges.
No conspiracy shown between Brown and Puna: Chief Justice
Saturday 20 March 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC yesterday dismissed the charges filed against Prime Minister Mark Brown and former prime minister Henry Puna at the High Court yesterday.
