Wednesday 19 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
Former New Zealand Army firearms instructor Tamaiva Tuavera has promised better training and resources for the police to fight crime.
Tuesday 18 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Mangaia kids go for 15-minute walk after rollcall every day, beauty queen discovers.
Tuesday 18 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Miss World Oceania Tajiya Sahay isn’t your typical beauty queen: she walks her walk and leads by example.
Tuesday 18 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The Chefs Association has heeded weather warnings and postponed today’s cooking championship and expo until Friday.
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Weekend
After 45 years in New Zealand, Teremoana Tutini fondly known as Papa Neke returned to his island of birth Mitiaro in 1999 with just his bags and a tent. Now 82, he has two houses and a self-sufficient garden locally known as the Garden of Eden. He is at peace, and loves the simple quietness of life. Melina Etches finds out more during her recent visit to the island.
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Committed parents worked tirelessly on the weekends to complete Apii Te Uki Ou’s beach front recreation area.
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
New inducted school prefects receive timely advice from a former class leader.
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
Government MP denies involvement in termination and suspension of six Pukapuka civil servants.
Friday 14 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Work has begun on upgrading the water and power lines at Avatiu harbour in preparation for the new police patrol boat. The tail end of ex-tropical Cyclone Sarai smashed the western side of Rarotonga on New Year’s Day. With boats docked in the port hammered by the sea swells; the police patrol boat Te Kukupa shunted its mooring due to the extreme weather. Pictured here are workers constructing the bollard. The contractor for the project is the McConnell Dowell Construction Company. 20021306
Thursday 13 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling
For the first time, 10 Cook Islands female paddlers – from a teenager to a mother in her fit fifties – will compete at the Takapuna Beach Cup 42km Race in New Zealand.
Thursday 13 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
Local shop orders 900 roses from New Zealand for the loved ones in Rarotonga.
Thursday 13 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Kimi Ona was raised in an environment of cooks. For her preparing and cooking food was a family affair and part of her daily life.
Wednesday 12 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Cook Islanders take part in the gay pride march focussing on inequities still experienced in the rainbow community.
Wednesday 12 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Politics
Democratic Party say William Framhein’s resignation has avoided possible escalation of a “very unfortunate issue”.
Wednesday 12 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Fishing enthusiasts are looking forward to the inaugural marlin tournament on Aitutaki.
Monday 10 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Mitiaro also known as Nukuroa, is peaceful and precious; like going back in time. Melina Etches shares her experience after her first ever visit to the island.
Monday 10 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Five generations were present at the St Joseph’s Primary School prefect induction for deputy head boy Charles-Trevor Woonton.
Saturday 8 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Tereora College students enjoyed a day of outdoor sports activities of stand up paddle board, rippa rugby, soccer and volleyball at Nukupure Park yesterday.
Saturday 8 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Weekend
The principal of Mitiaro’s tiny school believes their pupils are a chosen generation – and he is determined to help them discover a brighter future.
Saturday 8 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Araura primary school’s new young leaders are working together to make school a happy and fun place.
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