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Articles by Melina Etches
‘Our elderly deserve to be honoured and respected’
Sunday 13 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The decision to leave her job and look after her grandparents was easy for Verokura Andrew and she quickly realised that to care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honours.
Stephens wins island council by-election
Saturday 12 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands, Politics
Joanne Stephens won the Mauke Island Government by-election for the village of Makatea, edging out candidate Arapo Tutai by two votes for the final count of 17 - 15.
Sex offender’s work release halted
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National
Corrective Services Minister George (Maggie) Angene will meet with his senior officials today to discuss the controversial work release privilege granted to a convicted child sex offender.
‘Learn hard, don’t play around’
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tara Mitchell, Apii Avarua’s Dux of the Year recipient, has attended the school since she was a toddler in the Early Childhood Education (ECE) classes.
Maiata Forsyth claims Apii Nikao’s dux award
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Maiata Forsyth was awarded Apii Nikao’s Dux of the Year 2020 at the school’s prize giving ceremony on Friday last week.
Santa Claus is coming to town
Wednesday 9 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Santa and his elf, Christmas carols and cartoon characters will share festive cheer through town in the Tropical Christmas parade, starting at 4pm tomorrow.
Humbled and honoured by award
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Te Uki Ou farewells 31 Year 8 students who will join Tereora College for higher education.
Rapid survey for Covid assessment
Tuesday 8 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The coronavirus has devastated and changed the world. The unprecedented pandemic has killed more than 1.5 million people, plundered the livelihoods, and devastated the security and normalcy of societies, worldwide.
New water station at centre of community
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Punanga Nui Market’s first water station’s blessing took place on Friday morning with the special planting ceremony of lemon and chilli trees.
Shanya Sahay admitted to the bar
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Shanya Ruth Sahay in Brisbane Australia was admitted as a Barrister of the High court of the Cook Islands via an audio video link.
Fears for children’s safety
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National
A convicted child sex offender has been released into the Rarotonga community without formal supervision.
‘Do your school work and be happy’
Monday 7 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Makenna Gribble was awarded the 2020 Dux for Apii Takitumu at the school’s presentation held at the Matavera Revival Church.
Flowers for hope in prison
Saturday 5 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Cabinet Minister George “Maggie” Angene is open about his troubled past and time spent in prison, even though he’s now the Minister of the institution that was his home on and off for 34 years.
A true pa metua o te peu Maori
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A soft-spoken talented Cook Islands cultural master – the late Rutera Taripo loved, studied and treasured our language, art, music and traditions.
‘All talk, no walk’
Thursday 3 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in
Radiothon fundraiser held during the Leaders Walk for Life managed to collect only $1260.
Participation wins on the water
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Despite the pandemic, oe vaka was one of the first codes to be able to continue to train on the water and has seen greater local participation than ever before. And Cook Islands is one of the very few countries that has been able to continue V6 paddling/racing during these Covid times.
Formal relationship recognised with MOU
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Signing of Memorandum of Understanding cements relationship between Vaka Takitumu in Rarotonga and Takitimu Waka in New Zealand.
Leaders walking the talk to promote healthy lifestyles
Wednesday 2 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Over 100 people joined the 6.30am start of the Leaders Walk for Life campaign with Hugh Graham yesterday.
‘Walk for Life’ for local schools
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
President of the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) Hugh Graham led the Leaders Walk for Life campaign at Tuesday morning from the Avarua Catholic Church.
Official recognised for 50 years of public service
Tuesday 1 December 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Tamarii Tutangata, who has worked closely with all former Cook Islands leaders, calls it a day. By Melina Etches.
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