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Articles by Melina Etches
Juniors sing their hearts out
Monday 2 November 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The 2020 junior song quest held on Friday night at the National Domes drew an impressive crowd of over 500 families and friends who witnessed the amazing talent of 22 upcoming songs stars.
An amazing journey of recovery and hope
Saturday 31 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
Cool, calm and collected Mata Pera is a feisty warrior who has battled breast cancer.
‘Soft’ airstrip leaves 30 grounded
Friday 30 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Mitiaro airstrip needs to completely dry before Air Rarotonga can land on the island again, leaving several residents stranded on Rarotonga.
Golfing Howards steal the show
Friday 30 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Howard family dominated the annual Air Rarotonga Aitutaki Open Golf Tournament, claiming three major titles.
Teeing off for Aitutaki Fire Station
Friday 30 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Aitutaki volunteer Fire and Rescue Brigade Golf Ambrose tournament fundraiser tees off today from 2pm.
Punching above their weight
Thursday 29 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
The Avatiu Boxing and Martial Arts Club have donated boxing gloves, focus punch mitts and a body bag to the Aitutaki Boxing Club.
Health concerns for local men
Thursday 29 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Heart disease and diabetes are the top illnesses among Cook Islands men, caused by an unhealthy lifestyle.
‘Timing ideal’ for first inter-island fishing event
Wednesday 28 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Fishermen will be vying for the top prize at the first ever inter-island open fishing tournament with all prize money going to the winning island’s chosen charity.
Upcoming singers set to showcase talent
Wednesday 28 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Twenty-two singers will perform at the annual Cook Islands Music Association junior song quest on Friday night.
A joyous Nuku Day
Tuesday 27 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Blending culture, humour, traditional hymns and modern dancing, the six Ekalesia of Rarotonga burst into vibrant performances of Gospel dramas or “nuku” at Gospel Day celebrations yesterday.
Islands to appoint new executives
Tuesday 27 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
After extending their terms twice, Island Governments are set to appoint their new executive officers.
Small business owners receive timely advice
Tuesday 27 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
A large number of 40 new and existing entrepreneurs attended the Small Business Workshop held at Sinai Hall on Thursday.
Living each day like there’s no tomorrow
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Resilience and optimism illuminate brightly from Ura Tangaroa, a spirited warrior and survivor of stage four breast cancer.
Marking 199 years of Christianity
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Gospel Day commemorates the arrival of Christianity to Cook Islands’ shores on October 26, 1821 and will be observed this Monday as a public holiday.
Sacked Customs staff compensated
Saturday 24 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Laid off Customs staff are relieved to have received a settlement from government after five months of negotiation which had many in tears.
Seabed exploration licenses launched
Friday 23 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Application for seabed exploration licenses are now open to potential undersea mining operators.
'Good things come to those who wait'
Friday 23 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Health ministry has used the $500,000 Covid-19 budget to purchase oxygen plant, medical equipment and a pharmacy truck.
Police probe cause for report delay
Thursday 22 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime
Commissioner of Police Maara Tetava has directed a comprehensive review of the investigation into a small boy who disappeared after falling overboard on local ferry.
Quarantine breach 'selfish and ignorant'
Wednesday 21 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Puna volunteer says man who breached supervised quarantine rules has no respect for the work they do and should face serious consequences.
Having the time of her life
Wednesday 21 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The sheer delight portrayed by Mama Tamanu Scott at the closing ceremony of the Cook Islands Games encapsulated the joy, wonder and spirit of the biggest sporting event of the nation – the Cook Islands Games.
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