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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Democracy 'alive and thriving' on the small island of Ma'uke
Friday 31 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Rain doesn’t stand in the way of a vibrant democracy.
Rangi Mitaera-Johnson: Banana leaves original foil wrap!
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: It certainly tastes better when you know it’s from your own garden.
Te Tuhi Kelly: Is your Covid-19 app safe
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: The coronavirus tracking apps are now raising their head around the world and they can pose a threat to people’s privacy.
Cooks' priorities outlined
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Like other Pacific countries, the priorities for Cook Islands right now are maintaining the country’s Covid-free status and safe economic recovery, said Cook Islands High Commissioner to New Zealand, Elizabeth Wright-Koteka.
Air New Zealand plans for Cook Islands travel bubble
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Air New Zealand says it is getting plans in place for a travel bubble with the Cook Islands, but the Government still has to give the go-ahead.
Prison provides 'comforts of home' for repeat offender
Thursday 30 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A recidivist burglar has admitted he only committed multiple crimes so he could return to prison and have a place to sleep and receive three meals a day.
John Scott: PM succession 'subject to broader, more inclusive procedure'
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: When the Prime Minister Henry Puna resigns from that position, which September intention he has announced, he takes the entire Cabinet with him.
Growers want a rep in water authority board
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Local growers want a representative appointed to the new water authority board.
Opposition rejects new water bill
Wednesday 29 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Politics
Democratic Party says they will not support the passage of the new water authority Bill through Parliament if it remains in its current form.
Wilkie Rasmussen: Charter flights
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, In my last letter to your newspaper I pointed out abuse by the Government and by the Minister Robert Tapaitau of public funds to pay for charter flights primarily for personal enjoyment and political benefit.
John Dunn: Now is our time in the sun
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, The tardiness of the New Zealand government in reinstating risk-free travel to the Cook Islands, a realm country, is inexplicable. While they dither, businesses, jobs and livelihoods are being lost.
Moana Sands Group withdraws from partnership program
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Moana Sands Group says its withdrawal from a marketing and operations partnership with the Pacific Resort Hotel Group has been amicable, but a necessary result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Moana Sands goes it alone
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
Moana Sands Group says its withdrawal from a marketing and operations partnership with the Pacific Resort Hotel Group has been amicable, but a necessary result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Fears for our expat workers
Tuesday 28 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
With the wage subsidy ending and no repatriation flights, overseas nationals don’t know what their future holds.
Ruta Tangiiau Mavé: Some friends leave footprints in our hearts
Monday 27 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: A drawback of tropical island living is the transience, and waving goodbye to friends. But family is always there for you.
Charges may be dropped against friend of police officer
Monday 27 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The case against a gun-wielding intruder has been adjourned as police review the case for withdrawing charges against him.
Angry, but not insane
Monday 27 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Remanded offender Terupe Terupe’s medical assessment shows he is fit to plead to a charge of threatening to kill and wilful damage.
Teuru Passfield : Eating local is healthy and tasty too
Saturday 25 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Last week, our family challenged ourselves to seven days of consuming only local produce. Every ingredient had to be from Cook Islands. It started as a fun little test of our reliance on imported goods but, along the way, some lessons became apparent.
Corrective Services asks for report on escape
Saturday 25 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
An inmate who escaped from the Arorangi Prison this week is a 21-year-old man.
Hit and run charges
Saturday 25 July 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A man was taken into police custody yesterday for an alleged hit and run case.
