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Articles by Melina Etches
Mixed feelings on bubble, says Dreaver
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
1 NEWS Pacific correspondent Barbara Dreaver is in Rarotonga to cover the effects of the pandemic and the country’s travel bubble with New Zealand.
Pledge leads to the Golden Oldies competition
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The 2021 Au Taunga (Experts) and Au Mama/Papa Auro (Golden Oldies 60+) will hit the stage at Rehab nightclub Friday at 8pm.
Almost 1500 people vaccinated
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Te Marae Ora Ministry of Health administered 662 Pfizer Covid-19 vaccinations on Tuesday and 763 yesterday.
Residents say vaccine rollout well organised
Wednesday 19 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
After the first full day of government's vaccination rollout, residents are describing the process as thoroughly-planned and efficient.
Land laws under scrutiny
Wednesday 19 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Landowners are alarmed and disturbed that the occupation right rules of today with respect to succession do not give direct descendants the guarantee to continue occupation of land.
Progress Pride flags fly above high commissions
Tuesday 18 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Pride Cook Islands joined countries around the world on Monday to highlight International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
Dancing his way to the top
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
A new male champion was crowned at the senior dance competition while the dazzling Ambushia Mateariki retained the Female Dancer of the Year title at the lively event on Thursday night.
Champion dancing for pride and passion
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Mire Ura 2021 senior girls dance champion Ambushia Mateariki said she was dancing for ‘Pride’ and passion on Thursday night.
Koutu Nui looks closely at land laws
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Koutu Nui, the country’s traditional sub-chiefs, are looking closely into land laws and plans to make recommendations to Parliament on possible amendments to them.
Sludgy dilemma: Dump or leave in water
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Two emergency proposals to handle the escalating waste problem at Rarotonga intakes have been put on hold, reports Melina Etches.
‘Empowerment retreat’ for 300 Health staff
Thursday 13 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
This weekend about 300 Te Marae Ora staff will attend an empowerment retreat at the Edgewater Resort.
Who are we without our Maori language?
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Taputukura Mariri was honoured to receive a warrant of appointment to the Kopapa Reo Maori, the Maori Language Commission on Tuesday.
Our ‘forgotten’ wartime knitters honoured
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Cook Islands women whose knitting skills helped keep soldiers warm on the front lines during World War I and II have been honoured.
Our dancing ‘shows who we are’
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Heretini Tarau will step onto the stage alone for the first time to represent her home island of Rakahanga at the Mire Ura Senior Dance Competition tomorrow night.
Back to school for term two
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
After a two-week holiday break, our nation’s children were back in the classrooms yesterday morning for the start of term two.
Big Blueprint tivaevae – a blend of old and new
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The Big Blueprint tivaevae ta’orei – the patchwork style of tivaevae made from 1-inch squares of fabric sewn onto a solid backing – is one of a kind. Its captivating abstract design is intriguing.
Fix dengue, paramount chief says
Saturday 8 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Growing cases of dengue and a mystery virus casts doubt on Cook Islands health system’s ability to handle serious illnesses including Covid-19, Takitumu chief Pa Marie Ariki says.
Mother’s Day is every day
Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Being a mum has taught Kopurei (Kopu) Anguna many life lessons. In an interview with senior journalist Melina Etches, she shares her experiences and some tips on how to be a good mother to your children.
Manihiki ‘wasn’t ready to let Henry go’
Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
The sound of drum beats accompanied the welcome back to Rarotonga yesterday afternoon of Manihiki’s newly elected Member of Parliament, Akaiti Puna.
One Cook Islands celebrates seven years
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
The One Cook Islands (OCI) political movement celebrated its seventh birthday on the island of Aitutaki last week.
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