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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Cook Islands expands prospects in Pacific regional hub
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
The presence of a Cook Islands High Commission in Fiji is expected to enable some opening of business opportunities for Cook Islands private sector.
'Business as usual'
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
University of the South Pacific students in Cook Islands are being assured that it is “business as usual” at the regional campus despite the university saga at the main campus in Fiji.
World Food Day: 'Grow, nourish, sustain together'
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
E tanu, kia pa’ia e kia vai ‘uatu rai. Ko tatou katoa I te rave’anga no te tuatau ki mua. Grow, nourish, sustain together. Our actions are our future. This is the theme of this year’s World Food Day.
John M Scott: 'Relic of a bygone age'
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, I came across a statement that the Privy Council made in a completely unrelated judgment and from which the LGBTQ community I believe might take heart.
Ruta Tangiiau Mave: Real eyes, realise, real lies
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: Don’t believe all you see or read – real eyes, realise, real lies.
Linking taramea, coral health and reef fishing
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
Marine scientist Dr Teina Rongo explains why spearfishing competition especially at this time was not a good idea.
Man facing serious charge denied bail
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A Rarotonga man with an extensive history of breaching orders and charged with a serious offence has been denied bail.
Taking a breather …
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Paddlers take a break during the oe vaka competition at the Cook Islands Games over the weekend.
GO LOCAL: The flavours of Mauke
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
A tiny business, making small batches of chutneys and jams by hand from fresh naturally grown produce is taking the taste and flavour of Mauke to the world.
Te Ipukarea Society : A step in the right direction
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Te Ipukarea Society has for many years been advocating for an alternative, more natural approach to coastal protection from the rock boulder walls commonly used here.
John M Scott: Let's be clear about something
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Either the Speaker, ex PM and PM Mark Brown are extraordinarily dense and genuinely do not understand the Standing Orders (in which case the former should not even be there) or they do.
Fitting farewell for the 'Rarotonga cowboy'
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The life of Crown Beach Resort & Spa owner Papa Rondo Perkins, who passed away on October 3, was celebrated and fondly remembered by his staff and family during a live stream conference call this week.
Tama Tuavera: Water petition and Standing Orders
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
For the prime minister to publicly attack two well-meaning non-political citizens who have been exercising their constitutional rights along with over 1000 others, is not on and is very spiteful.
Lawyer on assault charge
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A Cook Islands lawyer this week pleaded not guilty to two counts of indecent assault charges.
Police staff face theft charges
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Four Cook Islands Police staff who were suspended pending investigation have been charged with financial misconduct.
Local sailors seek divine intervention
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Members of Team Atiu and Manihiki bow their heads in prayer before competing in the ocean vaka races this week.
John M Scott: Dismissing spirited people's effort
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
PM Mark Brown denounces Ms Flanagan and Mr Kirkwood and their demands that the Speaker resign disgraceful and that they are driven by a political and personal agenda.
To win – Kia Re/Autu
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Church Talk
CHURCH TALK: We cannot claim nor take any of our medals, trophies and awards that we have won in this life to our next heavenly and eternal abode.
Tupuna Rakanui: House of Ariki explains Cabinet submission to abolish Koutu Nui
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Government is treading carefully on the submission to abolish Koutu Nui and has determined for the House of Ariki to host further community consultations.
Alcohol consumption recipe for disaster
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Twenty-one-year-old Benjamin Ritea Une was on Wednesday convicted and sentenced to 18-months’ probation supervision by the High Court.