Letters to the Editor
Patricia Barton: Neutering programme
Thursday 10 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
The SPCA does not provide a free neutering programme.
Adrienne Matapuku: Barking dogs becoming a 'nuisance'
Tuesday 8 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
In October 2019, I sent emails to various government departments regarding the dog problem and many times called the police.
Justine Flanagan: Water issue
Tuesday 8 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Government is avoiding public consultation on the use of polyaluminium chloride.
John M Scott: Disallowing nom de plume letters
Saturday 5 September 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Sir, I read with dismay that part of your editorial (September 2) which announced the retention of the policy disallowing nom de plume letters to the editor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Tim Tepaki: Christianity embedded in constitution
Friday 28 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
I refer to the letter by Samuel Greig (“I AM not amused at religious graffiti”, August 22).
Moana Moeka'a: Quality not quantity
Monday 24 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, With team registrations due this week, I'm hoping that excellence -- and not just celebration -- will be the order of the day at the Cook Islands Games in October.
Jaewynn McKay: Sensational!
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Kia orana, Very disappointing to see Cook Islands News lead with another irresponsible, sensationalist headline.
Samuel Greig: I AM not amused at religious graffiti
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, I have some concerns with minority religious groups on our beautiful island imposing their beliefs on to those of us that are free from religion.
Soa Tini Jnr , Ko vai koe kia akahapa koe i te MP e te DPM
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Te akaroha ia koe Boy, ko vai koe kia akahapa koe i te MP e te Deputy Prime Minister kia rauka te ora ki runga i te hiti - tangata me tupu ake tetai huriia ki te henua e no te climate change e tupu nei i teia tuatau.
Orometua Tutai Pere: Akatapuia ki roto ite ingoa o Iesu
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Kia orana e te etita e te iti tangata katoatoa. Ko te reta ‘Mata o te Ora’ tei tukuia atu ki roto ite peapa inanai, ko te ta openga teia.
Wilkie Rasmussen: Food for today, not shelters for tomorrow
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, This is a plea to the Deputy Prime Minister. When I watched him announce the government's plans to stem the bleeding of Cook Islanders caused by Covid-19 for the next few months and into 2021, I was moved, so much so that I wish to make a plea.
Temu N George: Te mata o te mate mutukore
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, Kia Orana ite aroa maata o te Atua. Te akameitaki nei au ite Kaumaiti no tana akakitekiteanga tuatua, te akatapuanga o te marae ou, te 49 mataiti ote uipaanga a te Are Ariki e te akararangianga o te arataki o te pa enua Kuki Airani ia Enere Puna.
Papa Ingoa: Have sympathy for Pa Metua
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, As a pensioner over 60 and not 70 for a few years more, after having discussions with others in the same situation as I am, we are having to support our mokopuna, pay the power bills, and in some cases rental and other inconveniences that occur from time to time.
Norman George: Treat Constitution Day with respect
Thursday 6 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, Constitution Day, August 4, touches all our lives in a personal, patriotic and emotional manner.
Emile Andrae Kimiora Kairua: 'Pay your share for water'
Wednesday 5 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear editor, It is with great sadness I read all the abusive words used against the Government accusing them of creating a stupid Law on the usage of water, as to be charged.