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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
'Panicked' refusal results in hefty fine
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A man who refused to take an excess breath alcohol test has been convicted and ordered to pay a fine of $550.
Filipino expatriate workers return home
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Eleven Filipino expatriate workers returned to their home country yesterday.
Tupapa takes on minnows Matavera
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football
Leading teams are hoping to maintain their top spot as the 2020 Rarotonga football season enters second round of the competition.
Eric Toleafoa: Hope in times of uncertainty
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Church Talk
CHURCH TALK: In a world facing uncertain times, people are looking for answers. They are seeking for hope now more than ever.
Tupuna Rakanui: House of Ariki 'offended'
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
The House of Ariki is taking offence at the narrow and misleading remarks made by Avaroa Cable Ltd in the CI News issue of September 17. According to Dr Ranulf Scarbrough, “It’s their understanding that a ra’ui was proposed by the House of Ariki conference held on August 11th when they were consulted by Government on the proposed legislation”.
Island night for Israel
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
There will be an island night with a difference on Rarotonga tomorrow as many gather to support a fundraising dinner for Israel and the Jewish people.
Youth offending flaring up
Friday 18 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Parents and guardians need to play their part when it comes to dangerous youth offending.
Iaveta Short's memoir 'highly recommended'
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Former politician Iaveta Short’s new book False Start in Paradise received positive feedback at its launch this week.
Puiakura takes on Titikaveka
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football
Puaikura will be hoping to extend their lead in the women’s football competition today.
A Wood: 3rd intake Sharing knowledge and experiences
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
In the last week of August 2020, a group of us embarked on a workplace operations course offered by the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute – a fees free course under the Government’s ERP Phase II package.
Phillip Nordt : Think about your health first
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Get your daily protein in one hit, make it a non-meat day and your body will love you for it! Veteran chef Phillip Nordt explains how.
Bills top agenda in Parliament
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Acting Clerk of Parliament Jeannine Daniel has confirmed Parliament will sit on Wednesday next week.
Hine's Halo made with love
Thursday 17 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
It was in December last year that Reihana Koteka-Wiki and her mum Emmy began making island scrunchies to fundraise for the maternity ward at Rarotonga Hospital.
U17 Puaikura takes on Titikaveka
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football
Puaikura Football U17 men’s team will face Titikaveka at the Cook Islands Football Association field this afternoon.
Te Tuhi Kelly: An even playing field
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: There are valid points on both sides in regards to transgender participation at this year’s Cook Islands Games says Te Tuhi Kelly of the Progressive Party of the Cook Islands.
All go at Avatiu Harbour
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
It was all hands on deck at the Avatiu wharf on Monday.
Home detention for tourist attack
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Shay O’Carroll was first sentenced to 22 months in jail last year but remained on community bail due to his appeal to the court.
Safe and secure place needed
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health
Calls for supervised quarantine to be undertaken in a managed facility after breaches.
Putting their differences aside
Wednesday 16 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Former clerk of parliament and Speaker of the House have agreed to move forward and put the past behind them.
Tupapa Maraerenga leading football comp
Tuesday 15 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football
Tupapa Maraerenga’s 3-2 win over Puaikura on Saturday has put the side in lead in the Van’s Premiership Competition.
