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Articles by Melina Etches
Landowner passionate about land court publication
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Justice Secretary Tamatoa Jonassen has apologised for the inconvenience caused by his decision to not publish the Land Court Panui list in the local newspaper.
Top line-up of Mire Ura Senior dancers
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Carlos Bond from the islands of Aitutaki and Penrhyn is “a little nervous but very excited” to participate in the Mire Ura Senior dance competition, which has been postponed until next Wednesday.
Failure to advertise postpones Rarotonga Land Court sittings
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Judge Wilson Isaac has adjourned until further notice the land court sittings that were scheduled to be heard this week and next, due to the lists not being published in accordance with the High Court’s Code Civil Procedure.
Smooth sailing on vaka Marumaru Atua
Wednesday 5 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Father Freddy Kaina conducted a blessing of Vaka Marumaru Atua before she was relaunched into the waters of Avatiu harbour yesterday.
Candidate says airport on voters’ minds in advance of Manihiki by-election
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
The Independent candidate in tomorrow’s by-election in Manihiki believes the sealing of the Northern Group island’s airport is foremost in the minds of voters, and not policies or manifestos.
The ocean welcomes back Vaka Marumaru Atua
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After nearly five months on dry dock for safety throughout the cyclone season and maintenance tasks, Vaka Marumaru Atua is now planned to return to the water at Avatiu harbour this afternoon during high tide.
Youth course teaches life skills, builds confidence
Tuesday 4 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Youth on Mangaia took up all 40 places in a course designed to provide them with skills to help them excel in a work environment and in a modern society, by building on their confidence, self-esteem and motivation.
Junior dancers dazzle at the domes
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
Eleven junior dancers beat stage fright to put on memorable performances in the opening National Dancer of the Year event.
Stage set for anticipated Manihiki by-election
Saturday 1 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
One hundred and thirty voters are listed on the electoral roll for the Manihiki by-election to be held on Wednesday, May 5.
Kids ‘Learn to Swim’ in Aitutaki
Friday 30 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Close to 80 children on the island of Aitutaki are learning important swimming and water care protection abilities this week.
Eleven junior dancers compete on stage tonight
Thursday 29 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in
For the first time, 11-year-old Nanny Aurupa from Arorangi will perform on stage tonight in the Mire Ura Juniors’ dance competition.
Data shows increase in gender-based violence
Thursday 29 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
More efficient data collection methods have revealed a disturbing increase in gender-based violence in the Cook Islands.
Te Mire Ura dance comp starts Thursday
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The reigning 2020 Mire Ura junior boys champion Aporo William will return to the stage tomorrow night to defend his title.
Family unveils WWI soldier’s headstone
Tuesday 27 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Seventy-eight years after his death, the headstone unveiling ceremony for Private Namiro Mauore Service No. 60657 was held at the Nikao cemetery on Saturday morning.
Conference seeks a better life for women
Tuesday 27 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Local women are meeting to look for solutions on issues such as gender-based violence, the empowerment of women in business, and climate justice.
GOING LOCAL: Remedies for healthy living
Monday 26 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local
More than a year on from the start of Covid, Nane Herman Purea from Aitutaki remains smiling. That old saying ‘laughter is the best medicine’ resonates when you’re in her company and one can’t help but be drawn in to her infectious laughter. Journalist Melina Etches met her during her recent trip to Aitutaki.
Passionate performances pay tribute to the arrival of Christianity
Saturday 24 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival wrapped up on Wednesday night with raving performances from all teams.
Vaka Puaikura farewells a warrior son
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
One of Vaka Puaikura’s steadfast and devoted sons, Beresford Henry Heather – also known as ‘Black’ – passed away last Sunday at the Rarotonga Hospital. He was 59 years old.
A veteran’s headstone unveiling
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The journey of searching for and connecting families of WWI soldiers is an emotional one, says the country’s chief archivist, Paula Paniani.
Singing and dancing loud and proud
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The annual Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival on Wednesday night displayed passionate and inspiring performances from each group.
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