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Articles by Melina Etches
Varin wins Te Ata O Avaiki
Monday 9 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
First time designers from Mangaia Leelee Tuara and Barbara Harry Pekepo were thrilled to win Te Ata o Avaiki creative design event that featured tapa on their garment named ‘Vari’.
Kids page: Teaching me good things'
Saturday 7 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Apii Takitumu students are writing poetry about what they love most – among them, the ocean, their mothers and, yes, their teachers.
God answers prayers for top students
Saturday 7 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Some of the country’s top primary students inspire their classmates with brave words at their school prize-giving ceremonies.
Arorangi Dux gives advice: 'Never stop trying'
Friday 6 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
The journey through school may look long for juniors, but it’s over before you know it – so embrace it.
Godspeed as Marumaru Atua voyages to Aitutaki
Thursday 5 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Eileen and Ashleigh Chaloner donated pumpkins to Vaka Marumaru Atua for its voyage to Aitutaki this morning – among the many wellwishers as the vaka sets out on its furthest voyage north since its fire.
Making coconut trees productive
Wednesday 4 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Outer Islands
Unproductive and senile coconut trees will be replaced on Rarotonga and the Pa Enua with newer more productive varieties that will be of more benefit for current and prospective farmers.
Disability council seeks inclusivity
Wednesday 4 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
The government has been urged to include people with disability in making decisions that may impact their lives.
Record numbers hit the courts
Tuesday 3 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball
The annual Netball in Paradise will wrap up today with the finals and prize giving at Arorangi courts.
Catholic Father Damian Marinus, 90, is laid to rest
Tuesday 3 December 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Bishop Paul Donoghue and Father Fred Kaina lead the procession for Father Damian Marinus through Avarua towards the burial ground at the old cathedral at Nukutere College.
Te Ata o Avaiki fashion show
Saturday 30 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
The Mangaia Enua masterpiece titled ‘Vari’ has won the first Te Ata o Avaiki creativity in clothing design award.
'One in a generation'
Saturday 30 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
As they graduated yesterday, it was with the knowledge that this year’s Nukutere College seniors had been through the school’s toughest times and kept the faith.
House calls for elderly
Saturday 30 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Pets with pensioners will be in for a treat this Christmas with free mobile health checks offered by Te Are Manu veterinary clinic.
Busy with three cruises before Christmas
Saturday 30 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy
MS Amsterdam, Costa Atlantica and the AIDAaura are the last three cruise ships to visit Rarotonga this year.
Woman of intrigue
Friday 29 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
The world – and certainly the Miss World beauty contestants – are fascinated at Miss Cook Islands Tajiya Sahay’s life. Melina Etches and Rashneel Kumar report.
A lesson in flower power
Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
It was once said, where flowers bloom, so does hope – and Rarotonga’s children prove that.
Young designers sewing up a storm
Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Five designers have worked tirelessly over the past few months stitching, unstitching and making changes to their garments for the Te Ata o Avaiki show this evening.
Showcasing traditional dresses on catwalk
Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Eleven contestants rock the stage at the Mama Rauti Para event in Auckland.
Ministries promote their message in a flowery way
Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Government offices put on a colourful display to promote the annual flower show.
Netball courts back in court
Tuesday 26 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local
Owners of the Muri netball courts say they have been left with no choice but to renew their legal fight to stop the development of a health centre.
Bowling is blooming!
Tuesday 26 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
The Rarotonga Bowling claimed first place for the Te Mire Tiare decorated properties competition, with a cleverly constructed ‘bowler in action’ on the green.
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