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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
‘Cook Islanders have served bravely and with distinction’
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Weekend
Local war veterans were remembered at the 102nd Armistice Day commemoration in Rarotonga on Wednesday November 11 - the day when an armistice was signed to end the Great War.
Water tanks for Mauke
Thursday 12 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Outer Islands
Eight concrete tanks will be constructed on Mauke to improve the island’s water storage capacity.
‘Turtles like to nest in peace, don’t disturb them’, says local conservation group
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
It’s that time of the year again when sea turtles come ashore to lay their eggs, and a local conservation group is spreading awareness to ensure they can carry out their important work in peace.
‘Face yourself, love yourself’ - Student art event about self-expression
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Visual Art students showcase their work at Tereora College’s informal art event yesterday.
Solving Avatiu’s flooding problem
Wednesday 11 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Drainage works around the Avatiu roundabout is being hoped to solve flooding problems that continuously occur during heavy rain. Cole Hunt, the managing director of Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited that has suffered damages from flooding, says the work has partially helped ease water flow but hasn’t solved the problem altogether. “It has been a […]
Use it, don’t abuse it! Petrol station asks public to respect free tire pressure service
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A local petrol station is calling on the public to take good care of a free service they are providing or risk losing it. Pandanus Petrol and Oil Limited is disappointed at the lack of care for their tyre pressure gauges which were found broken again. Company managing director Cole Hunt said they have had […]
Police arrest young man in theft case
Tuesday 10 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A young man alleged to have stolen a large sum of cash from a Matavera property will appear in court on Thursday. Cook Islands Police said the man was arrested on Friday and is remanded at the Arorangi prison. Police also received report of a break-in at Packed Rite Store in Titikaveka, on Friday at […]
Dengue fever defeated
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National
With no confirmed cases since early September, Te Marae Ora health ministry has officially declared that the dengue outbreak in the Cook Islands is over.
Lawyer to file ‘sine die’ application
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Defense lawyer asks court to put assault and driving case to rest due to accused's battle with leukemia.
Age does not matter when God has plans for you, says ordained Reverend
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
Hard work and sacrifice are the keys to success in any vocation, but commitment to faith and God will give rewards in life that are priceless.
Taking art to a whole new level
Saturday 7 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, National
Local school Apii Te Uki Ou collected $35,000 from the ‘Iconic Kia Orana’ art auction.
Police defraud case adjourned
Friday 6 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Four suspended Police services staff are facing charges relating to a case of alleged financial misconduct.
Too much rain? Met service says its ‘normal’
Thursday 5 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
The rainy spell this week is 'normal' for the wet season, which started this month and will run until April, says the nation's Meteorological Service.
Future netball stars emerge at Cook Islands Games 2020
Wednesday 4 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Island pride and local support drew out new players during Cook Islands Games 2020. The challenge now is to develop talent for the national team.
Te Are Manu looks for dedicated veterinarian
Wednesday 4 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu’s only vet Dr Ellen McBryde has decided to stay on and care for the animals of Rarotonga, but she needs some help.
Teamwork and talent on the court
Wednesday 4 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports
A 5x5 basketball tournament kicks off on Rarotonga today.
Matapo acting police chief
Tuesday 3 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
A Government spokesperson said executive council approved Matapo as the acting Police Commissioner last week.
Local resort wins top regional award
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National
Pacific Resort Rarotonga has been awarded the 2020 Readers’ Choice Award for the Pacific Islands Best International Hotel and Resort.
Drug charge withdrawn
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Rarotonga man cleared of methamphetamine charge now faces Court in relation to a Class B controlled drug.
Keeping his comics on the down-low
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Young Cook Islands comic artist Montel Williams hopes to one day show his art to the world but only when he’s ready.
