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Articles by Melina Etches
Public submissions open for major town project
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Local, National
The Panama beautification and Punanga Nui Market re-organisation project is gaining momentum with the National Environment Service yesterday announcing an Environment Impact Assessment (EIA) permit application for public scrutiny.
Aitutaki resident puts pen to paper to realise 10-year newspaper dream
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
Recognising an opportunity that takes dedication, hard work and thick skin, Aitutakian entrepreneur Alan Nanai has taken on producing the island’s Morning Star newspaper.
French ambassador visits Cook Islands National Council of Women
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Ambassador of the Republic of France, Laurence Beau was humbled, honoured and touched to receive her first colourful ei katu and special gift of a rito hat from the members of the Cook Islands National Council of Women yesterday.
Dancing in unity: Cooks, Korea celebrate decade long diplomatic relations
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National, Politics
Drums, fire, cultural and contemporary dance performances dazzled dignitaries and guests at the 10-year celebration of diplomatic relations between Cook Islands and the Republic of Korea at Tamarind House on Wednesday night.
Beach netball fundraiser postponed
Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Shoot your Shot – Beach Netball” fundraiser by the Netball and Basketball Cook Islands sports codes which was scheduled to take place this Saturday has now been postponed to April 1.
Penrhyn schools participate in inaugural Maths Quiz
Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National, Outer Islands
The Penrhyn school of Tetautua crossed the island’s lagoon highway to attend the first Maths Quiz hosted by Omoka School last Friday.
Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates presented
Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Nine Aotearoa New Zealand Citizenship certificates were presented at a special ceremony yesterday afternoon at Ngātipā.
Veteran Manihiki composer here to entertain
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Veteran composer Ruhau Tamaunu from the island of Manihiki is returning to the stage this Thursday night to perform in The Edgewater Resort and Spa Te Pae Tai Nui' Te Mire Atu competition.
Serving coffee the old fashioned way at Aitutaki’s new hangout spot
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
At Kofi Bar located in the village of Amuri in Aitutaki coffee is served the old fashioned way – in a mug topped with freshly squeezed coconut cream gently stirred in.
Touch comp
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association will this afternoon hold second to last round of their weekly open’s competition at the National Stadium in Nikao. On Wednesday last week, the association held the mixed competition which saw some tough battles.
Fun in the sun at annual vaka race
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
In the scorching sun where the only place to cool off was in the inviting sparkling sea, 16 oe vaka corporate teams battled for top prize at Vaiana’s Bistro & Bar beachfront on Saturday afternoon.
Eels thump Sea Eagles
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels have made their title intentions clear with a big win in round three of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition over the weekend.
Fisherman lands whopper blue marlin
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Local fisherman Pauro Arnold was stoked to land his biggest blue marlin – a monster weighing in at 274.5 kilogram – on Saturday afternoon during the annual Gordon Murray Memorial fishing competition.
Promoting ‘good vibes’ with gemstones
Monday 27 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Local, National
Designing and creating unique jewellery pieces using natural healing gemstones like aventurine and sunstone are known to fill your soul with good happy energy and inspiration.
From the remotest to central: Schools endorse 2023 prefects
Saturday 25 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Schools in the Cook Islands celebrated the beginning of the 2023 academic year hosting special induction ceremonies for their respective prefects who were covered with sweet scented flower and maire ei.
Making a living on an island
Saturday 25 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National, Outer Islands
Manihiki entrepreneurs Jemina Samson-Tangi and Toka Charlie have joined forces to boost and grow their ‘side hustle’ businesses from their remote northern group island.
Women carve their place in traditional art
Saturday 25 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Features, National
Master carver Ta’unga Mike Tavioni BEM believes in women carvers and that they should be encouraged to practice the art.
Pa Ariki meets Aquaman
Saturday 25 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features, National
Pa Marie Ariki (middle) meets world famous actor Jason Momoa of Aquaman fame at Te Matatini Kapa Haka Festival this week at Auckland’s Ngā Ana Wai Eden Park.
Embracing equity for International Women’s Day
Thursday 23 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Embracing Equity is the International Women’s Day 2023 campaign theme to get the world talking about why equal opportunities aren't enough.
Incentives offered to strengthen relationships
Thursday 23 February 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
In an effort to reconnect and strengthen the relationship with their parents, guardians and community, Apii Avarua are starting a new school programme tomorrow.
