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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Target set for lowest annual break-ins
Thursday 10 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Despite an increase in the number of reported burglaries last month, police are on target to record the lowest annual number of break-ins in more than five years.
Domestic basketball competition enters semis
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports
After six weeks of the 5X5 Rarotonga Basketball Competition, today teams will be battling for the top spot in the final play offs.
Two HIV cases living in Cooks
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
Chlamydia continues to be the most common sexually transmitted infection in Cook Islands followed by gonorrhoea and syphilis.
Police start advocacy work
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
As part of the Cook Islands Police Crime Prevention advocacy work, a team met with the Cook Islands Fijian executive members this week to discuss ways to prevent the increase in vehicle crashes and domestic violence.
Once in a lifetime opportunity for Cook Islands designers
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
When Cook Island designers Toka Toka and Ina Ropu-Tengaru received news that they would be part of a fashion event in London, they were shocked.
Steps to ban ‘highly toxic’ pesticides
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Health, National
The Pesticides Board will start registration of all pesticides imported into the Cook Islands by both commercial and non-commercial entities.
Former national rugby star Francis Smith's heart is set on giving back to people
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
Francis Smith first visited Mitiaro when he was six or seven years old. That was the first time he saw an itiki – the island’s famous fresh water eel. Almost three decades on, he reconnects with the itiki and calls the southern group island his new home.
Lawyer returns for her people
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Michelle Tangimama returned to the Cook Islands in 2019 for the first time in 18 years. Reconnecting with her people has triggered her heart and got her thinking to one-day return home for good.
Court briefs
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The following matters were dealt with at Cook Islands High Court this week.
Stabbing accused to remain in custody
Friday 4 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Two High Court cases, including the recent stabbing incident, have been adjourned.
Reaching for the stars and a police uniform
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
Eleven-year-old Mareva Pierre hopes to one day, wear the uniform of a police officer and make his family proud.
Weather watch during cyclone season
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service will continue to distribute data to determine expected weather patterns during this cyclone season.
Senior government advisor's case drags on with ‘twists and turns’
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The High Court has made it clear that it was dis-satisfied with a senior government adviser’s non-appearance during his court case.
Mitiaro turns focus to domestic tourism
Monday 30 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
With visitors from Rarotonga and Aitutaki heading to Mitiaro, the island’s mayor believes domestic tourism is what they need for much-needed economic development.
The queen of happiness
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
At 92, Te Maeu O Te Rangi Teikamata Ariki Mii O’Bryan is the oldest and one of the longest reigning royals in the Cook Islands. Mama Mii hesitantly accepted the title in 1985 but has grown into the role, doing her best for the people. Losirene Lacanivalu met the island’s queen on her first-ever visit to Mitiaro.
‘Agent Tetava’ at your service
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Prime Minister Mark Brown was recognised as the new leader of the country and Minister of Police at a special parade in his honour.
Barge crew return negative Covid tests
Saturday 28 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Crew onboard MV Taunga Nui all returned negative results after being tested for Covid-19 yesterday.
Navy aircraft conducts repatriation of French nationals to Tahiti
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Three French nationals, who were stranded on Rarotonga due to Covid-19, boarded a repatriation flight to Tahiti yesterday morning.
French national denied travel
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
An hour before a repatriation flight to Tahiti was due to depart, the High Court denied bail to a French national after he failed to pay a bond of $60,000.
Lawyer charged with indecent assault bailed
Friday 27 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands lawyer Wilkie Rasmussen, who is facing indecent assault charges, has been granted permission to travel to Tongareva after agreeing to pay a bond of $5000 to the Ministry of Justice.
