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Articles by Melina Etches
Lady Moana to the rescue
Friday 22 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Along with petrol which the Southern Group island of Mangaia has run out of, more than 100 cartons of chicken and an “old school” type tractor was loaded onto the MV Lady Moana yesterday morning.
Workshop teaches traditional voyaging navigating skills
Thursday 21 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Teaching should and must be taught in Te Reo Maori, says Cook Islands master navigator and captain Peia Patai.
Poila wins fishing comp, scrapes by with 100 grams
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports
Poe Poila and crew with the winning heaviest fish in the BSP fishing competition, a 26.5 kilogram yellowfin tuna. 22041904.
Cook Islands Maritime Crew back on track
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
After a minor setback in Western Australia, members of the Cook Islands Police Maritime Division are back on track with their training programme.
Fall at New Zealand port causes death
Wednesday 20 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National
A devastating fatal accident at the Ports of Auckland (POAL), New Zealand has claimed the life of well-loved 26-year-old Atiroa Tuaiti who hails from the island of Aitutaki.
New tug boat costs over $1m
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
The new tug marks another milestone in the continued infrastructural development of the Port of Avatiu, which handles about 90 per cent of the food and materials imported into the Cook Islands and 100 per cent of the fuel, says Prime Minister Mark Brown.
Niua School prefects accomplish project
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Niua School prefects show good leadership for the younger students in carrying out a project to help the school.
Incoming passengers no longer need pre-departure Covid test from May 1
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council has welcomed Cabinet’s decision to waive the requirement of a negative Covid-19 test from incoming passengers.
Carrying the message of Good Friday
Saturday 16 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Due to the Covid-19 Te Marae Ora restrictions a small number of the St Joseph’s Cathedral worshippers gathered at the Ministry of Justice Court House at 9am where they began to walk the 14 Stations of the Cross through town towards the cathedral.
Your guide to Easter long weekend in Raro
Thursday 14 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Easter weekend is considered one of the busiest festive periods when people from around the world celebrate one of the greatest Christian religious festivals.
Cultural ministry cancels junior and intermediate annual dance competition
Thursday 14 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
For the first time in many years, Te Mire Ura Dance Competition for the Junior and Intermediate sections have been cancelled due to lack of entries in the categories.
Returning Pa Enua residents exempted from travel ban
Thursday 14 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Tourism
Travel exemptions for passengers to the Pa Enua from Rarotonga have been issued to people who are residents and need to return to their respective islands.
Churches prepare for Easter weekend services
Wednesday 13 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
As part of the Easter church services this long weekend, the St Joseph’s Cathedral Church will conduct two Stations of the Cross devotions, both starting at 9am.
From plantation to plate
Tuesday 12 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Taro growers in Rarotonga are looking forward to confirmation of a new export venture that will allow them to sell their harvest in New Zealand.
Ports Authority acquires new tug boat to help bring in larger vessels
Tuesday 12 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The sleek new Ports Authority tug boat measuring about 12 metres in length and six metres wide has been undergoing sea trials at Avatiu Harbour yesterday.
A tribute to gracious woman of faith: Susau Etika Jane Strickland
Monday 11 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Ö’hön ta Susau Etika Jane Strickland QSM passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022, surrounded by family at her home in Auckland, New Zealand.
Otara Scorpions share the love
Saturday 9 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Since 2012, the visiting Otara Scorpions 8 Ball Pool members who are associated with the Otara Scorpions Rugby League have built up a special relationship with the Cook Islands, writes Melina Etches.
School battles Covid absenteeism
Saturday 9 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Keeping parents informed and updated on Covid-19 cases appears to have worked wonders for Apii Avarua resulting in a large increase of students returning to school.
Visitors make generous donation to Autism Cook Islands
Saturday 9 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The visiting Otara Scorpions 8-ball Pool team yesterday donated $400 cash to Autism Cook Islands in celebration of the “Blue Day” which promotes awareness of autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Gone but not forgotten
Friday 8 April 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A former carer, teacher, Girl Guider, youth leader, composer, and Corrective Services probations officer, Naomi Iro Sr, who passed away last month, had a great passion for her beloved village of Titikaveka.
