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Articles by Melina Etches
Cooks and Tokouso draw in Tri Nations 15s series
Monday 11 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
On a wet Saturday afternoon at Avatiu Field, a 40 metre penalty goal kicked right on the fulltime hooter by Cook Islands Residents (CIR) utility back Daniel Toa, allowed the team to draw 11- all against Tokouso (Samoa/Tonga) in the first match of the 2023 Vodafone – Tri Nations 15s series.
Aitutaki Liftoff: Connecting people and communities through fitness and health
Saturday 9 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
More than 80 fitness and health enthusiasts participated in the third annual Aitutaki Liftoff sporting event on the beautiful island of Aitutaki last week.
Tokouso and Cooks 15s set for kick off
Saturday 9 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Commiserations about the All Blacks devasting loss to France (27-13) yesterday morning, however, it’s a new day and the Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) first game of the residential Tri Nations 15s match kicks at 4pm at Aretere Park in Avatiu today.
Cook Islanders recognised by Pasifika Medical Association
Saturday 9 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features, Health, National
The 27th Annual Pasifika Medical Association (PMA) conference on Rarotonga (6-8 September) closed yesterday at Te Are Karioi Nui, and continues in Aitutaki on September 11.
New water tanks for Manihiki
Friday 8 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
New water tanks have been installed in the island of Manihiki to provide homes in the two island communities of Tukao and Tauhunu with more access to drinking water.
‘Random dump’ of E-waste is piling up
Friday 8 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
Authorities are grappling with the random dumping of E-waste on Rarotonga during the same week they have provided a convenient way for the community and commercial operators to part ways with old unused electronic devices and vehicles.
More than $50k raised for ‘giving’ couple
Friday 8 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
More than $50,000 of monetary donations and radiothon pledges for Mama Kafo and Papa Pae Tuteru from the village of Oire Nikao in a combined effort to assist them after their two-storey home in Nikao was destroyed by a fire earlier this month.
Family the focus of Pacific health conference
Thursday 7 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
The 27th Annual Pasifika Medical Association (PMA), the largest meeting of Pacific health workers and professionals in the region, opened yesterday with over 600 registrations.
Cook Islands to spend $150,000 in support of Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting
Thursday 7 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Pacific Islands Forum, Regional
Cook Islands will spend $150,000 to support hosting the upcoming Pacific Forum Leaders Meeting.
Dyslexia assessments to help identify unique learning needs
Wednesday 6 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Health, National
Dyslexia is not an obvious disability and very few people in the Cook Islands know of it and how it affects a person.
Tri Nations 15s striding out in top gear
Wednesday 6 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
More rugby fever is scheduled for this weekend as the Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) prepares to host the anticipated residential Tri Nations 15s match starting this Saturday 9th September.
Aitutaki’s Tui Atiu re-create history on a spiritual journey
Tuesday 5 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands
This year the three Nga Pu Toru islands of Atiu (19 July), Mitiaro (21 July), Mauke (23 July), and Rarotonga on 25 July, celebrated their respective ‘Te Arikianga o te Evangelia’ Arrival of the Gospel 200 year celebrations.
Panthers Edge out CIRARO to win Club Rugby 7s
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Rugby Union, Sports
The mighty Panthers have emerged the victors of this weekend's Club Rugby 7's on points differential, after ending up on a tie with Cook Islands Rarotonga (CIRARO) on the table with three wins each and a draw.
Raro Club 7s action
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The RARO Club 7s Tournament kicked off on Saturday at Nukupure Park, Ngatangiia.
Ombudsman office relocates to ensure more community access
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, Local, National
The Ombudsman office “Te Mata Akamoeau” has moved to their new premises at Harley Street, Nikao to facilitate more engagement, to ensure their services are more accessible to the community.
Students acknowledged for Tangi Kaara participation
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, Local, National
Culture is the “heart” of the CITC (Cook Islands Trading Corporation), and for many years the company has sponsored numerous cultural activities and events.
Legacy waste collection kicks off
Saturday 2 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, National
National Environment Service (NES) in partnership with Cook Islands General Transport (CIGT) launched the Titā ki te Titā kore, E-Waste & Whiteware collection project this week.
Cook Islands world bowlers performing well
Saturday 2 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Bowling, Sports
Team Cook Islands participating at the 2023 World Bowling Tournament on the Gold Coast, Australia from August 29 to September 10, have experienced a number of challenges in the first week of bowls.
Raro Club Rugby 7s to feature NZ Cooks players
Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby New Zealand (CIRNZ) 7s team have landed, pumped and ready to showcase their passion, skill and camaraderie on the rugby field at the RARO Club 7s Tournament this Saturday, September 2 at Nukupure Park, Ngatangiia.
Community fundraiser for generous couple
Friday 1 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Earlier this month the two-storey home in Nikao of well-known elderly couple, Kafo and Pae Tuteru was destroyed in a blaze of fire.
