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Articles by Alana Musselle
Not a brand, but ‘a movement’
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Two local fitness fanatics have launched the Cook Islands’ first activewear brand to encourage people to invest in their fitness and create more healthy lifestyles for themselves.
A coconut with three eyes to treasure
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National, Outer Islands
A three-eyed coconut found on Sunday on the island of Penrhyn is causing interest as they are rare, and said to bring good luck.
Using theatre to approach tough topics
Saturday 24 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Entertainment, Features
Bringing the voices of young Pasifika women to the forefront is a passion of 22-year-old Cook Islands scriptwriter and actor.
Pukapuka targets crown-of-thorns starfish
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
Pukapuka is working to remove crown-of-thorns starfish – taramea – from the Northern Group atoll’s reef to prevent the damage that it causes to the coral.
High school bowling programme to commence in June
Thursday 22 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Bowls will run a development programme for high school students on Rarotonga, commencing in term two of this year.
‘Giving back to the community’
Thursday 22 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Community members praise tree trimming and maintenance work led by a former deputy prime minister who is expected to contest the 2022 general election.
Students raise the roof for Cook Islands culture
Thursday 22 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Culture, National
The national sports arena was brought to life on Tuesday night with the dancing and singing of young Cook Islanders proudly showcasing their culture on the opening night at the Rarotonga Schools’ Culture Festival.
Foreign interest for local properties
Tuesday 20 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy
The future of real estate in the Cook Islands is looking to be more promising than ever, with overseas investors showing a high interest especially in the light of the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Pacific groups seek UK support to halt deep sea mining
Tuesday 20 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment
The Cook Islands environmental group Te Ipukarea Society has joined groups from across the Pacific asking the British government to support calls for a moratorium on deep sea mining.
Training our rising rugby union stars
Saturday 17 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Year nine students of Tereora College played their final ‘Quick Rip’ competitive games yesterday at the BCI Stadium.
Adding colour to their lives
Saturday 17 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in
The classrooms at Apii Nikao were splattered with colour yesterday afternoon as year 5 and 6 students experimented with fabric paint and coloured dyes to create their very own tie dye t-shirts.
Short with long strides
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Year Nine Tereora College student Akirata Short scored the last try for the day on Thursday in the Tereora College Quick Rip’s Competition at Nikao Field.
Getting a ‘pawdicure’
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Over $1000 was raised by the charitable veterinary clinic Te Are Manu Clinic who had their ‘Itchy and Scratchy’ Day yesterday at the Punanga Nui Market.
The community raises its young men
Thursday 15 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A dozen young Cook Islands men who successfully completed a one-week course that has been “spiritual, physical, emotional and mental” were awarded their certificates yesterday in front of proud family members.
Concerns over child left alone outside bar
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
An organisation dedicated to keeping women and children safe, members of the public and police are concerned with an incident outside a bar in Avarua where a sleeping infant was left alone in a locked car.
Island’s beauty inspires exciting photo career
Tuesday 13 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Malia Photography began simply as an Instagram page but soon turned into an exciting business venture for a talented local photographer.
Autism's Blue Day a huge success
Saturday 10 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands were overwhelmed with the amount of support received yesterday at their Autism Awareness 'Blue Day.'
Unuia wins Te Mire ‘Atu
Saturday 10 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Judges had a difficult time selecting an overall winner at the Composers Competition with each contestant showcasing an excellent display of talent.
Minimum wage unchanged after review
Friday 9 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
The minimum wage in the Cook Islands will remain at $8 per hour for the year 2021-2022.
Let’s light it up blue!
Friday 9 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands is looking forward to hosting one of their biggest events of the year ‘Blue Day’ today.
