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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Richard Palmer: 'Put yourself in their shoes'
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
I understand these are tough financial times. But there’s no need to shame our guest workers. It’s not their fault that there’s no work or that it’s hard to travel back to their home countries.
Big boots to fill
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
Jason Moorfield and John Koteka have a big job ahead of them after taking on the roles of chief and deputy fire chief officers of Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade.
Extra community service for swearing at Minister Maggie
Friday 4 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Stern warning of possible jail time given to man who swore at Minister of Corrective Services and a probation officer.
Ladies start a racquet
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
‘Free time’ due to Covid-19 leads to increased interest in badminton.
Ngametua Tariau : A favourite among guests
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
RECIPE: Caramelised pawpaw and nut tart with coconut ice cream. Mmm … like Christmas in your mouth!
Brett Porter : Wage subsidy debate
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
After reading Ruth Mave Tangiiau’s opinion piece on Monday and latterly Jonathan Milne’s editorial comment on Ruth’s opinions, I’m compelled not to let her get away with this nonsense without challenge.
Temu Okotai: 'Self-isolation potential disaster'
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
The recent resurgence of Covid-19 in Auckland has been brought closer to home by clusters been located in South Auckland especially among our Cook Islands people, including our papa Joe Williams. Thankfully, he is on the mend.
Salvaged boat 'stolen'
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
A well-known fisherman is disappointed that a boat he salvaged from the sea was collected by its ‘owner’ from his property without his permission.
Offender 'forced'
Thursday 3 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The last of the four young men involved in the Tex Mart, Nikao aggravated robbery on April 20 this year was threatened and forced to take part in the crime, the High Court heard this week.
Football enters Round 4
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football
The under-7 mixed matches will kick off round five Rarotonga Football Competition at CIFA Complex in Matavera today.
Rainbow community lobbies for constitutional rights
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local
The Cook Islands LGBT+ association is citing the country’s Constitution as it seeks to stop laws discriminating against gay men.
Diana Tschan: Growers Committee 'not politically affiliated'
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
I did not appreciate my photo being used at the top of an article based on a release from the Democratic Party in the CI News, published on Monday, August 31, 2020.
Repeat offender gets two years jail
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Man, who showed no remorse for his actions and reoffended while on bail, is sent back to prison.
Missing projector
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Tereora College has lodged a complaint with the police about a missing data projector.
Mobile company promises more data for your buck
Wednesday 2 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Technology
Vodafone Cook Islands has increased data caps on all postpay, prepay and broadband plans effective from yesterday.
Dr Takiora Ingram: Ariki's return to Mangaia welcome
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Editorials
OPINION: It’s good to see that we now have Numangatini Ariki living in Mangaia after so many years without an ariki.
Thomas Tarurongo Wynne: Land is not a commodity
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, Maybe it is time we changed the language we use for land in the Courts from “ownership” to custodian.
Tavioni an 'inspiration' to young carvers
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art
Renowned carver Papa Mike Tavioni has been patiently mentoring two small boys in one big task.
Burglar to learn his fate today
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
After months of being held in custody, recidivist burglar Japhet Manuel will be sentenced today.
Sad call to shut down
Tuesday 1 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment
It was an emotional day for the Marine Centre’s owner, as she released her last fish back into the wild yesterday, and closed the doors indefinitely.
