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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Dengue cases increase
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
There are now 14 dengue type-2 cases in Rarotonga.
Plastic bottles, what a waste!
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in
Plastic bottle waste is currently making up about 20 per cent of the waste found in our landfill.
Hunter appointed Public Service Commissioner
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The newly-appointed Public Service Commissioner will start his new role February 15.
USP Rarotonga campus goes smoke free
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
The University's students and staff will face a monetary fine if they are found smoking within the campus area.
Punanga Nui Market set to review vendor policy
Thursday 11 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The market's managers are planning to review policy following a recent social media debate on what should be on sale at the popular attraction.
Operation Namu launched to address dengue outbreak
Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
A one-day mass cleaning campaign to remove the breeding places of dengue carrying mosquitos is scheduled for Friday.
Works continue on Rarotonga's roads
Wednesday 10 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Road works continue this week along the Muri/Ngatangiia to Matavera main road.
Agriculture career expo for younger students
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Apii Rutaki, Arorangi, St Joseph’s School and Te Uki Ou will be visiting the Ministry of Agriculture offices this week to gain some knowledge of how the ministry works, career opportunities and the importance of agriculture.
Suspect to appear in court on Thursday
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A man who is alleged to have stolen a pig days before the Woo’s Store armed robbery matter will appear in Court this week.
Waiting patiently for border to open
Monday 8 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cate Walker, who started the campaign to restore the Nikao Cemetery in Panama - the last resting place of many Cook Islands soldiers from World War One - is hoping that borders will be open soon.
Alleged fourth offender in shop robbery granted bail
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Justice of the Peace John Whitta granted bail to alleged fourth offender of the Woo’s Store armed robbery, on strict conditions.
Pooch perfect! Dog groomer at your service
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Go Local
Keeping your dogs healthy by brushing their teeth, cleaning their ears, trimming their nails and brushing their coats is essential but it can never be easy. For Victoria Teio, her dog grooming business ‘Kuri Cutts’ can do all this for you.
Laws to keep litterers away
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
With plans to establish the Nikao Social Centre area as a park, laws and regulations aligning with the National Environment Services will soon be implemented.
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.
