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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
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.
Airline seats available for Fijian expats
Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Twenty seats from Auckland to Fiji are available for Fijian nationals who are interested in returning home.
Bid to get charges dropped in bush knife case
Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The defence counsel of a young woman who is alleged to have threatened a man with a bush knife is hoping to have charges withdrawn.
In nasty weather it's better safe than sorry, official say
Thursday 17 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Ports Authority has plans in place for any cyclone emergency.
Award-winning soldier: Serving provides a greater purpose in life
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Cook Islander Staff Sergeant Tokahaumata Oltaches-Tagavaitau says her parents have always told her that the uniform she wears is not a job or profession but is her calling.
Stay ‘watchful’ this festive season
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police and a local security firm are calling on the public to remain vigilant at home and in public, even though this year is on target to have the lowest annual theft rate in 10 years.
Tropical Cyclone Zazu watched closely
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands Meteorological Service continues to monitor Tropical Cyclone Zazu and keep the public informed through social media and radio platforms.
‘No chance’ of facing charges
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Repeat offender Wilfred Dauvois’ case has not been adjourned as ‘sine die’.
Met service keeping close watch on Cyclone Zazu
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Rarotonga could feel some effects of Tropical Cyclone Zazu on Wednesday morning, according to Cook Islands Meteorological Service.
Dux dedicates award to mum
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Araura College Dux Dalcynare Kirite has dedicated her award to her mum.
Cook Islands’ tie-dye skills come in handy for former expat worker
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Earlier this year, former expat worker Sanaila Nahuto took his annual leave to visit his home country, Fiji.
Offender in aggravated robbery sentenced to two years in prison
Tuesday 15 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The second offender in an aggravated robbery that took place at Tex Mart in Arorangi last year has been sentenced to two years in prison.
Four lose driver’s licence for driving under the influence
Monday 14 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Four driving related offences involving driving under the influence of alcohol were brought before Justice of the Peace Carmen Temata on Thursday.
The rich history of Mitiaro’s infamous water caves
Sunday 13 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Go Local
Mitiaro tour guide Julian Aupuni Junior treasures the island’s legendary history that has been passed down from generation to generation.
French national allowed to travel home
Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The High Court yesterday reduced the bail amount for a French national charged with obtaining by false pretence.
Sex education for young inmates
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Health, National
Young inmates who were part of a sex education programme with the Cook Islands Family Welfare Association (CIFWA) Youth peer Educators completed their training yesterday.
Police defraud case adjourned to 2021
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The four former Cook Islands Police staff who are charged with financial misconduct have their matter adjourned to February next year.
Bail variations to be confirmed today
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Submissions will be made to the High Court this morning to determine whether French national and Cook Islands businessman Yves Tchan Pan will be allowed to travel to his home country, Tahiti.
Opportunity for ‘flying’ Fijians
Friday 11 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Fiji, National
A window of opportunity has finally opened for Fijians in Rarotonga who are wanting to return home, says Roana Silatolu.
