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Articles by Melina Etches
On a mission on board the Grinna
Thursday 8 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
The MV Grinna departed for the islands of Palmerston, Nassau and Suwarrow yesterday on a Pa Enua Action for Resilient Livelihoods (PEARL) Project mission from October 10 until October 23.
Island pride on the line
Wednesday 7 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
The competition was fierce in the boxing ring, on the courts and in the water on day two and three of the Cook Islands Games 2020. Danilo Reyes and Melina Etches captured the action.
The Mooring Fish Cafe; hooks 10 years
Wednesday 7 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Food, Go Local, Weekend
What started out as a dream has become a 10-year milestone for Mooring Fish Café owners Steven and Jill Kavana.
Inquisitive kids check out catch of the day
Wednesday 7 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
With a cheeky grin to seek approval from his parents Mark and Cherelle, Tamatoa Sherwin gleefully watched on as fishermen brought in their ku, patuki, parrot and pipi to be weighed at Avarua Harbour.
Nervous singer claims karaoke title
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
With her powerful voice, Ikram Elabssi belted out her favourite songs to win the 2020 Karaoke Championship hosted by the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club last week.
A duty to look after our elders
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The elderly residents of Rarotonga gathered on Thursday last week to commemorate World Citizens Day – a day held in appreciation and remembrance of the senior citizens.
Koutu Nui 'not subordinate to Ui Ariki'
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Traditional leaders group Koutu Nui should be brought under the authority of the House of Ariki, says Minister George Angene.
Govt urged to tread carefully in Koutu Nui matter
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The Democratic Party Opposition is strongly urging the government to tread carefully with the controversial bid to abolish the Koutu Nui.
Manihiki leads sailing competition
Tuesday 6 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Manihiki claimed two gold medals while Mauke managed one after yesterday’s sailing events in Aitutaki.
Let the Games begin!
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
The official opening of the Cook Islands Games at the National Stadium was celebrated in true local style, with a spectacular cultural performance.
Police patrol vessel Te Kukupa turns 31
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Maritime Cook Islands looks forward to the delivery of a new patrol vessel in 2022.
Fishing club receives ice machine
Saturday 3 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Avana Fishing Club, the only fishing club on Rarotonga located at the entrance of a harbour, received its first commercial ice machine.
Bid to abolish Koutu Nui
Friday 2 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Koutu Nui warns submission to abolish them will have dire political consequences, if pursued.
I do, I do and I do
Friday 2 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
A rare triple wedding celebration “of love and commitment” took place on the island of Pukapuka last week.
$3.6m Avatiu 'harbour' bridge open to public
Thursday 1 October 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
Avatiu residents will no longer have to fear damage to their homes or properties from heavy rain and motorists no longer have to detour following the opening of the new bridge.
Proud people of Te Moana Nui o Kiva
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Island teams will take part in traditional ocean vaka races as their ancestors once did.
Dancing to the beat of new drums
Wednesday 30 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Drums are significant in any cultural Cook Islands dance show.
Bowling green named after longest serving president
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
The Cook Islands Bowls Association have paid tribute to the late Inatio Akaruru CBE in naming a bowling green after their longest serving president.
Whopper patuki wins reef fishing comp
Tuesday 29 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Dressed up in their favourite ladies attire, a record number of anglers took part in the Mamas Reef Fishing competition.
Heartwarming stories from Pukapuka
Saturday 26 September 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Pukapuka’s Apii Niua students produced some heartening pieces of writing to mark the World Literacy Day and Literacy Week earlier this month.
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