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Articles by Melina Etches
Mauke MP Tura appointed Speaker of Parliament
Tuesday 23 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Politics
Tai Tura was last night sworn in as the new Speaker of Parliament at a special ceremony held at the Queen’s Representative His Excellency Sir Tom Marsters’ residence in Titikaveka.
Walking to the beats of their own drum
Monday 22 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Emo’Anga Tangi Ka’ara Battle of the Drums Schools Competition drew an impressive crowd as the female members in each group stood out with their amazing skills at the National Auditorium Domes on Friday night.
New building courses at local tertiary institute
Monday 22 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
For those who want a change of career or want to gain more qualifications in the building trade, the Building and Construction New Zealand accredited courses tutored by Deon Wong kicks off this week.
A woman of many talents
Saturday 20 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
Meeting British royalty – Prince Edward, Prince Charles and Princess Diana, working as a radio announcer/reporter and acting are a few highlights of Tereapii Enua’s inspiring life.
Nukutere College ‘rocks their socks’
Saturday 20 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Colourful, quirky, and creatively designed socks added flashes of colour to the uniforms of students and teachers of Nukutere College.
Helping save lives
Saturday 20 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Local supermarket Prime Foods donated four Automated External Defibrillator’s (AED) to Water Safety & Surf Lifesaving Cook Islands for installation across the island.
Empire bridge replacement to take six months
Friday 19 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Work is due on the replacement of the daily used town bridge located next to the Empire Theatre.
Donation makes Creative Centre Rarotonga breezier and brighter
Friday 19 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rotary Club of Rarotonga has stepped in to provide lights and ceiling fans to Creative Centre Rarotonga in their bid to brighten the lives of its members.
Covid-19 vaccine consultations receive strong local support
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health
Most participants at the well-attended Te Marae Ora health ministry public consultations for the Covid-19 vaccination programme ‘supported the vaccine’
Pull up your odd socks for Down syndrome
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National
Friday is a great day to show off the socks you own that are missing a pair – and for a good cause.
Drummers show off their girl power
Thursday 18 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Lia Taio loves her culture so much she opted out of swimming training because it clashed with drumming rehearsals.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder
Wednesday 17 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
A unique mix of carvings by artist Hori Miller complemented the scenic beachfront ocean view of his art exhibition in Vaimaanga Tuesday night.
Girls add flair and flavour to male dominated art
Tuesday 16 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Te Maeva Nui ‘Emo’anga Tangi Kaara 2021 drumming competition will feature a near all girls team of drummers to add flair and flavour to the usually male dominated art.
Coat of Arms designer Papa Motu Kora laid to rest
Tuesday 16 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Metuakore Teremoana Ngametua Tutakiao Kora, recipient of the British Empire Medal and fondly known as Papa Motu Kora, was laid to rest at his home in Matavera/Rangiatea on Saturday morning.
Children's books translated into the language and dialects of the northern Pa Enua
Monday 15 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
A number of school books have been translated from Reo Rarotonga into the Pa Enua Tokerau languages for northern group students.
Tongareva schools celebrate student leaders for 2021
Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Outer Islands
The student leaders programme has been reintroduced in two schools on the northern group islands of Tongareva (Penrhyn).
‘We need to continue to commit to helping build an inclusive world’
Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
International Women’s Day (IWD) began in 1911 and was officially adopted by the United Nations (UN) in 1975. It is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. On Monday the local women groups celebrated the event with presentations from six inspirational members who spoke on the theme #ChooseToChallenge.
‘One of a kind’ Mama Ngai Tupa
Saturday 13 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The late Ngaingatara Tupa also known as Mama Ngai wore many hats during her lifetime.
Clergies need approval to officiate investiture ceremonies in Pa Enua
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The involvement of a Rarotonga clergyman in the recent investiture programme on Aitutaki has resulted in two motions being passed by the Religious Advisory Council.
30kg monster coral reef fish caught up north
Thursday 11 March 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Manihiki resident catches huge fish by handline.
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