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Articles by Talaia Mika
Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade set to celebrate long-awaited station upgrade
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
Over 20 firefighters of the Puaikura Volunteer Fire Brigade will finally celebrate the long-awaited extension and upgrade of their station at Aroa Nui Hall in Arorangi this Friday.
Chef turns humble pancake business into family lifeline
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
A former New Zealand chef with Cook Islands roots returned home over a decade ago to care for his aging parents.
Police review panel discusses community policing initiative
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Government is considering re-establishing community policing to address the rising crime rate, with discussions underway and support from various stakeholders.
‘I feel so unsafe’: Victim’s grief compounded by police delays and lack of communication
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
A traumatised victim of a theft incident, who believes they are being targeted by a group of young thieves, is left feeling further traumatised by the lack of response and security provided by the police.
Cashing in on the Games: Local businesses benefit from island buzz
Saturday 12 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, National
While hundreds gather at the Cook Islands Games for sportsmanship, some families and businesses are using the opportunity to supplement their income and give back to those in need.
Rarotonga builders bring joy to Tupapa family after ‘scam’
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The trauma of a Tupapa family of being scammed of over $100,000 off their new home has finally come to an end, after their newly built three-bedroom cottage is now complete and shining.
Prime Minister joins beach handball frenzy
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Handball, Sports
Prime Minister Mark Brown is among the record number of players participating in the 2024 Cook Islands Games beach handball competition, which began yesterday at the beach courts in Nikao.
Te Kainga O Pa Taunga celebrates milestone
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Health, Local, National
The Cook Islands mental health organisation, Te Kainga O Pa Taunga, yesterday celebrated 20 years of its service to the Cook Islands.
Mauke’s Tura lifts his way to gold
Thursday 10 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Other Sports, Sports
A 32-year-old national weightlifter made an impressive finish at the Cook Islands Games weightlifting competition dominating the Men’s 96-kilogram division with a total lift of 275 kilograms, the highest total lift among all categories on Wednesday.
Government sees seabed mining as economic game-changer
Thursday 10 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands government has revealed that it sees greater economic potential in seabed mining, which has fuelled concerns from the Opposition.
Team Rakahanga sweeps aquatics medals at Cook Islands Games
Wednesday 9 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, National
The aquatics events, held over a three-day race, were the first of the Cook Islands Games’ sports to conclude with Team Rakahanga waving their flag with pride as they dominated several categories.
Lewis defends Ministry of Education appointment
Wednesday 9 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Secretary of Education Owen Lewis has defended the appointment of an executive director, saying that the role was established in 2014 and had been vacant, and dismissed claims that the position duplicated his own.
Rakahanga dominates aquatics, Mitiaro faces tennis pressure
Tuesday 8 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Sports, Swimming
Only two days into the tennis and aquatics events at the 2024 Cook Islands Games, Rakahanga is close to achieving a clean sweep at the aquatics, while the pressure is on Mitiaro at the tennis courts after leading on the scoreboard on Monday.
BMX Nationals rev up young riders
Tuesday 8 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Cycling, Sports
While the island focused on the biennial Cook Islands Games featuring hundreds of athletes competing in various sporting codes, 14 youngsters took part in the Cook Islands BMX Pump Track Nationals held on Monday at The Rock Bike Park’ in Ngatangiia.
Hibiscus blooms for Cook Islands artist
Tuesday 8 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Features
A renowned Cook Islands artist is ready to showcase her love for her country through her hibiscus paintings in commemoration of her 100th career exhibition.
Kiwi lawyer brings Māori land law expertise to Cook Islands
Monday 7 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Local, National
A New Zealand lawyer is hoping to apply his expertise in Māori land law, the Treaty of Waitangi and constitutional issues to assist in resolving similar challenges faced in the Cook Islands.
Taste of the Cook Islands at biennial Games
Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Other Sports, Sports
Hundreds gathered at the National Stadium for the official opening of the 2024 Cook Islands Games last night.
Aussie swimmers soak up local culture at Cook Islands Games opening
Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Australia, Regional, Sports, Swimming
A group of Australian swimmers from Bondi Beach, known as the “4 Seasons Swim”, have arrived in Rarotonga just in time for the 2024 Cook Islands Games. Fourteen swimmers from the visiting group arrived with the goal of swimming and experiencing the beautiful oceans of the Cook Islands. Last night, they were at the National […]
Students dig deep into cultural roots
Saturday 5 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Education, Features, Food, National
Students of Nukutere College who participated in the traditional umu making and string band competitions this week were grateful for the opportunities to connect more deeply with the lifestyles of their ancestors.
Nukutere College students string together tradition and competition
Friday 4 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Close to 200 Nukutere College students ended this school term on a high note, reviving some traditional practices and celebrating their culture.
