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Saving the best for last!

Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The annual Te Maeva Nui festival, in showcasing the nation’s unique culture, also provided a platform for friendly competition, and top performances.


Ngatangiia’s ‘narrow’ roads to be widened by 3 metres

Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National

The community of Ngatangiia is delighted to see the longstanding issue of narrow roads and potholes finally being addressed.


Te Maeva Nui awards recognise dedication and hard work of participating teams

Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The vibrant and culturally significant Te Maeva Nui festival, showcasing the rich heritage and traditions, reached its peak on Thursday – the last night of performances – at Te Are Karioi Nui National Auditorium.


Te Maeva Nui brings out the best in cultural performances

Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The thrilling and absolutely spectacular ura pau (drum dance) by Te Fuinga o Niva, the combined Manihiki and Rakahanga team, demonstrated that Te Maeva Nui brings out the best and biggest cultural performances.


A day of pride, unity and reflection

Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

In a joyous display of national pride, the Cook Islands celebrated its 58th anniversary of self-government in free association with Aotearoa New Zealand, established on August 4, 1965.


Celebrating cultural diversity

Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

Kapa haka groups from Aotearoa New Zealand joined by local Kiribati, Filipino and Indonesian communities illuminated Te Maeva Nui International Night.


Cook Islands natural skincare products a hit with customers

Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

Locally made oils featuring in the ‘Maruoi Natural Skincare & Cosmetics’ range is becoming increasingly popular among locals and visitors attending the annual trade show due to their natural ingredients.


Kapa haka group returns to Cook Islands to heal and give thanks

Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

On Tuesday night, the 2023 Te Maeva Nui International Night stage witnessed a deeply moving tribute by Aotearoa New Zealand kapa haka group Tūhourangi Ngāti Wāhiao as they paid homage to their beloved leader, Sally-Ann “Hereana” Roberts, who tragically passed away during last year’s festival.


Funds not lost 'in the controversy' : FIFA boss

Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Football, Sports

The head of the world football’s governing body has promised funding to help develop the sport in the Cook Islands.

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Te Maeva Nui 2023: A celebration of ‘who we are and where we come from’

Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Features, National

A small respectable crowd attended the official opening ceremony of Te Maeva Nui – the 58th Cook Islands Constitution Celebrations – which marks the beginning of week-long events at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium).


Promoting local businesses

Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Economy, National

Over 80 vendors set up their stalls in the light rain as customers flowed into the Punanga Nui Market for the biggest Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) trade show.


First-timers Vaka Tereora ‘wows’ audience with heartfelt performance at Te Maeva Nui

Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The Vaka Tereora (Tereora College) team sang with pride and joy in the choir and imene tuki sections, delighting the audience at Te Maeva Nui official opening ceremony on Monday night.


School holiday programme gives students hands-on experience with local resources

Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

The first day of the Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango school holiday programme for Rarotonga, Atiu and Mangaia kicked off yesterday morning when all 30 senior students teamed up for introductions.


Record vendors for Trade Days

Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Economy, National

The Bank of the Cook Islands (BCI) Trade Days Expo is proving popular, this year a record number of 84 vendors have signed up to showcase locally made products and home-grown produce.


58th Constitution Celebrations officially open

Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The 2023 Te Maeva Nui cultural festival got off to a spectacular start with the official opening ceremony which involved the lighting of Te Maeva Nui Flame by Prime Minister Mark Brown at the National Auditorium last night.


New book shines light on the life of Cook Islander Missionary in Papua New Guinea

Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend

A new book was presented to the Cook Islands National Library, shining light on the life of Orometua (pastor) Tumupu Kea, who lived in Papua New Guinea over a century ago, spreading the message of the Gospel.


Tereora College ready to make history at Te Maeva Nui cultural festival

Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National

A spirited and enthusiastic 100-member team will be representing Tereora College (Vaka Tereora Team) in their first ever Te Maeva Nui cultural festival this week.


The monument that ‘tore’ Vaka Puaikura people apart

Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features

Tinomana Tokerau Ariki and the Arorangi Ekalesia unveiled a large and prominent monument that had been shipped all the way from Italy to commemorate 200 years of Christianity in the district.

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Historic visit: Bringing the love of football to our future generations

Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Football, Sports

FIFA president, Gianni Infantino touched down on Rarotonga yesterday, making a historic first visit to the Cook Islands, where FIFA Forward funds are boosting football development.

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Darts Cook Islands hosting ‘strong’ NZ Niue team

Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

The Darts Cook Islands is hosting New Zealand Niue 40 plus strong team with competitions held last week Saturday and on Wednesday this week.


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