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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Netball to hold World Youth Cup trials
Thursday 31 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Young and talented Cook Islanders show interest in representing the country at the upcoming Under-21 World Cup.
A hub to empower Cook Islands youth
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
With the purpose to engage, embrace, evolve and empower young people, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Empower Me Inc. last week launched its official Empower Me Youth Hub.
Save money and lives, don’t drink and drive
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
“Drive safely and plan your day properly.” That’s the message from Road Safety Council president Danny Mataroa.
Expatriate worker served removal order
Saturday 26 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Fijian national was expected to have left the Cook Islands yesterday after a removal order from the Ministry of Immigration was issued against him.
Christmas stock arrives in time
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cargo vessel Liloa II arrived in Rarotonga this week, bringing joy to businesses and customers who were worried about meat and other supplies being in short supply for the Christmas weekend.
Flight with returning Fijians ‘will go ahead’
Thursday 24 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Fijian nationals living in the Cook Islands who are scheduled to board a charter flight from Auckland to Fiji on Friday will still be allowed to travel.
Cooks man facing deportation freed after landmark ruling
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A Cook Islands-born man, who was held in Australian immigration detention facing deportation despite living in the country for more than 40 years, has been set free.
Popular local market to take a holiday break
Wednesday 23 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
The Punanga Nui Market will be closed on the coming Saturdays so workers can join their families to celebrate the festive season
Onward and upward for badminton in 2021
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Cook Islands has had a positive year with an increase in the number of players taking part in competitions.
Covid and tourism in the Pacific
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National
Reflecting on a difficult year, Tourism CEO Halatoa Fua says it was fortunate that in the last 10 years the Cook Islands tourism industry had a major boom and was able to establish a reserve fund to cushion the blow from Covid-19.
Birthday dreams come true for Rarotongan youngster
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
This month young Maiata MacLean-McMahon was given a birthday surprise like no other.
Tide prediction calendar for 2021 released
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands has received its 2021 tide prediction calendar.
Employment survey to inform policy making
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
In light of Covid-19, the Cook Islands Labour Force Survey 2019 results serve as important baseline data, informing policy-making in post-Covid-19 socio-economic recovery.
Shipping delays impact supermarket supplies
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Despite cargo vessel delays, supermarkets say they will make sure their valued customers have all the supplies needed to celebrate Christmas.
Probation for punching 17-year-old
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Matauti-O-Teaio Taoro (Bruno) is to serve 18-months in probation after being convicted for assault with intent to rob.
Fijians head home on Christmas day
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Almost 30 Fijians in the Cook Islands are expected to fly to Fiji this Christmas.
U16 Northern Stars make a clean sweep
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports
Northern Stars have won both the U16 Boys and Girls 5X5 Avaiki Basketball Competition.
Rarotonga: Home away from home
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
Coral Seath was holidaying in Rarotonga when NZ went into lockdown. Instead of rushing home, she and her partner Carlie Paterson chose being ‘happily stranded’ in the Cooks. She left months later, looking forward to seeing her family but sad to say goodbye to Rarotonga – her second home.
Court briefs
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Court roundup for the week.
‘Akamaroiroi – be strong, take courage’
Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Messages of love and support are flowing from Cook Islands to the people of Fiji after Tropical Cyclone Yasa pummelled the Pacific island nation.
