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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
007 takes lead in Touch Mixed Comp
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association mixed category competition on Wednesday was fast, full of dives and drop balls for some teams as defending champions 007 emerged as strong contenders to retain their title.
‘Greenwashing’: Environment group slams ‘mineral harvesting’ in Seabed Mining Act
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, National
The introduction of the term ‘mineral harvesting’ in the legislation governing seabed minerals in the Cook Islands is an attempt to ‘greenwash this destructive industry’, says a local environment group.
Cook Islands weatherman Ngari retires after 40 years
Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Weather
Cook Islands weatherman Arona Ngari, who served as the director of the Meteorological Service for 40 years, was celebrated at a special farewell function on Thursday night.
Super Slam swings into action
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Weather permitting, the 2024 Rarotonga Super Slam Competition’s first round will start today.
Staff vote chooses Imanuela Akatemia’s 2024 prefects
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Through a staff voting process, Imanuela Akatemia elected their 2024 student leaders.
Four-way battle for Penrhyn seat
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Politics
Four candidates, including the wife of the former MP and deputy prime minister, will contest the 2024 Penrhyn by-election to be held next month.
Parliament appoints ‘expert’ sub-committee to review Land Bills
Friday 23 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
A sub-committee of lawyers with expertise in Cook Islands land matters has been formed for the first time to review key Land Bills for lawmakers.
Badminton U17 team wins silver
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Cook Islands U17 team won silver at the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships U17 Invitational Team Challenge in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Economy positive, strong signs of recovery: PM Brown
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
Prime Minister Mark Brown says the country’s latest financial year report to June 2023 shows the country’s economy is very positive and showing signs of strong recovery.
Cooks women MPs at Power Forum
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Parliament, Politics
Cook Islands women parliamentarians are in New Zealand attending a Pacific Women in Power Forum that began this week.
Govt says $1.3m invested in Lady Samoa charter
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Outer Islands, Parliament
The Lady Samoa IV vessel chartered by the Cook Islands government prior to Christmas cost $1.3million.
Nukz Power makes convincing win
Wednesday 21 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Nukz Power played FBI with a convincing win of 12 – 1 at the 2024 Touch Rugby Competition at the National Stadium.
Opposition leader questions immigration process
Wednesday 21 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Opposition Leader Tina Browne has raised questions on what the government was doing to protect the main employers of foreign workers.
Assault accused denied bail
Wednesday 21 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man who is facing 13 charges for assaulting a female was denied bail by the Justice of the Peace John Whitta at the Criminal Court in Avarua.
Government allocates additional funding for roads, healthcare, and renewable energy
Tuesday 20 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Infrastructure Cook Islands receives a $400,000 boost to complete road works around Rarotonga, while pharmaceutical needs see an increase of $280,000 in the latest Supplementary Budget.
Parliament approves amendments to Seabed Minerals Act
Tuesday 20 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
A Bill seeking to improve the overall seabed minerals regime was passed in Parliament yesterday.
Heroin suspected in packages found at Rarotonga retailer
Tuesday 20 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Narcotics discovered in the warehouse of a Rarotonga retailer are believed to be heroin. Cook Islands Police media officer Trevor Pitt said preliminary testing done by police, indicated the substance was heroin.
Inflation is a reality: PM encourages homegrown food to combat rising prices
Tuesday 20 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
The Cook Islands Prime Minister acknowledges inflation’s impact on imported goods and suggests growing local food to combat it, while emphasising economic growth and Pa Enua development as long-term solutions.
Love, laughter and tries on Valentine’s Day
Monday 19 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The mixed touch rugby teams on game three of the 2024 Touch Rugby Competition turned up on Wednesday last week, featuring a mix of fun, love, and laughter.
Select committee receives three submissions on Amendment Bills
Monday 19 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
The Special Select Committee reviewing the three Constitutional Amendment Bills before Parliament has received three submissions.