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Articles by Melina Etches
Licensing process for seabed exploration
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment
Members of the public are invited to attend the launch of the Seabed Minerals Authority licensing process for exploration research in Cook Islands’ waters on Thursday morning.
Humpback wrasse helps land top fishing prize
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
The Tauhunu Fishing Club on the island of Manhiki held its first Long Bottom Fishing (Tuku Tuku) Tournament for the year, over the weekend.
233kg blue marlin puts fisherman through his paces
Tuesday 20 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
A “bigger and better” blue marlin was hauled in at Avatiu Harbour yesterday.
General George honoured to be part of the Games
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Looking into the flames when lighting the cauldron for the opening of the Cook Islands Games, George George felt overwhelmed and became lost in thought.
Acing it on the court for his mum
Saturday 17 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Winning medals in the Cook Islands Games tennis competition was bittersweet for Jason Pierre and his family.
She's a survivor
Friday 16 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Myra Tatakura is a warrior, a vibrant, spirited no holds barred kind of a woman and a survivor of breast cancer and open-heart surgery.
92 years and counting …
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Members receive the opportunity to offer something back to their community through Girl Guides initiative.
Using hand movements to convey messages
Thursday 15 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Due to popular demand, tuatua rima (sign language) classes will start up again in a few weeks.
Team Aitutaki takes top spot from Rarotonga
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Team Aitutaki is now in the top spot at the Cook Islands Games with 76 points followed by Mauke in second place with 68 points and Rarotonga third with 59 points.
Kuk i Net plans to offer cheaper Internet
Wednesday 14 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Teenagers have begun taking advantage of free Wi-Fi access from local upstart internet provider, Kuk i Net.
Students have a ball
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Glitz, glamour and Hollywood style arrived at the Crown Beach Resort for the Tereora College’s annual school ball.
Favourites claim sprint titles
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Team Aitutaki made a clean sweep in the Cook Islands Games blue ribbon event last night.
La Nina phenomenon to bring more rain
Tuesday 13 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Weather
Rarotonga and other southern group islands are expected to experience higher than normal rainfall in the coming weeks.
Another week of exciting games
Monday 12 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
The 2020 Cook Islands Games have reached the halfway mark.
The 'Dad's Army' of lawn bowls
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Lawn bowls is the perfect sport for all ages as has been witnessed during the Cook Islands Games’ lawn bowls competition.
House of Ariki to meet with Koutu Nui
Saturday 10 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The House of Ariki says consultations with the Koutu Nui will be planned to be held after the Cook Islands Games.
Gentle giant claims boxing gold
Friday 9 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Humble but hard, Teva Hosking representing Atiu didn’t enter the boxing event to win, the 6’3” giant took part to promote the sport he loves.
Aitutaki remains top bet
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Competition intensifies as island teams fight tooth and nail for medals at the Cook Islands Games.
Plenty of thrills and spills at the Games
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
A number of finals were held on day four of the Cook Islands Games yesterday.
Covid-19 'game Changer' for financial sector
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Employing young Cook Islanders and passing on knowledge and expertise should be a priority for service providers at the Financial Services Development Authority.
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