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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Bank waives online money transfer fees
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy
It will now be cheaper for families and friends in New Zealand and Australia to send money to their loved ones in the Cook Islands. Only if they are ANZ bank customers.
Pre-loved fashion team supports Creative Centre
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A successful pre-loved fashion pop-up shop sale has donated 15 per cent of each item sold to the Creative Centre.
Case adjourned
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The case of Noah Taio, who faces charges for breaching probation and theft, has been adjourned to next month.
Court waits for defendant who is 'stuck' on Penrhyn
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Cook Islands High Court wants defendant Alfred Teinaki William to make an effort to attend his court trial on December 8.
Jumping for joy
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
David Street has been a regular at the annual Round Rarotonga Road Race. But this year proved extra special.
'You will be caught'
Monday 21 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police chase three youths on a motorbike at upper Tupapa traveling towards Matavera with no lights on.
Richard Fisher: 'Meitaki maata Cook Islands'
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
I have been retired now for about six months, with my last visit to Raro being back in December last year. Now with Covid, Lord knows when I shall be able to make it back.
Andy Kirkwood: Select committee meetings
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Referring to Deputy Prime Minister Mark Brown’s comment: “Select committee members cannot run their own meetings separate of other members. It sounds highly unusual. I would be surprised.”
A spiritual journey to the Holy Land
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Weekend
In 2017, Manine Lynch went to Israel, expecting it to be as it was in the old times of the Bible. What she found was completely different, as Losirene Lacanivalu discovered.
Joseph Brider: Walking on water
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
OPINION: Three new water walking insects have been identified in the Cook Islands, making a total of six. By Joseph Brider of Natural Heritage Trust.
Street Wins Round Raro Race
Saturday 19 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
Bank of the South Pacific Country Manager David Street has won the 2020 Round Rarotonga Road Race.
'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.