Art
Te Maeva Nui leaves lasting impression on visitors
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, National
The opening ceremony of Te Maeva Nui 2024 has left a great impression on most of the visitors who got to witness the uniqueness of the Cook Islands culture.
Emo Aito Māori races to kick off Te Maeva Nui 2024
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Te Emo Aito Māori fruit-carrying races will be held this afternoon following the official opening of Te Maeva Nui 2024 at 12.30pm at the Avarua Town Centre.
17-year-old artist supports family with stunning pareu paintings
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Features, Go Local, Local, National
At 17, Jeremiah Tangianau from Rutaki is making life easier for his family, not just with his paintbrush but with his commitment to his parents.
Cultural revival at heart: Groups gear up for Te Maeva Nui showdown
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
With two weeks remaining until the highly anticipated Te Maeva Nui 2024, journalist Talaia Mika talks to two cultural groups who are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations for the annual national cultural event.
Tangi Ka’ara sponsor awards certificates to talented Apii Avarua drummers
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
In recognition of their enthusiasm and skills, primary school drummers who participated in the CITC Pump the Beats’ Emo’anga Tangi Ka’ara 2024 competition have received tokens of appreciation certificates from CITC – sponsors of the annual competitive event.
Atiu dancers gear up for Te Maeva Nui despite late start
Monday 8 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The 2024 Te Maeva Nui Atiu cultural group is coming off strong with their preparations for the upcoming annual national cultural event.
String band battle closes Te 'Epetoma ō te reo Māori
Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Sounds of strings and song echoed through the Are Karioi Nui as six government department teams battled for the string band champion title, closing off Te ‘Epetoma ō te reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani. Apii Avarua’s vibrant string band team led by Principal Engia Baxter featured women and just one male singing their hearts out on […]
Tatau, tatā and tuatua Māori - read, write and speak
Wednesday 3 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Education, Features, National
Tauranga Vananga Minister George “Maggie” Angene has called on Members of Parliament to do their part in preserving reo Māori Kūki 'Āirani by speaking the language during Parliament sittings.
$250k FestPAC investment ‘money well spent’ on culture, says Kairua
Wednesday 26 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
Cook Islands’ budget for the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC), which wrapped up in Honolulu, Hawaii over a week ago, was around a quarter of a million dollars.
CINAT team having a blast in Hawaii, dismisses stranded rumours
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Entertainment, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
Cultural expert and one of the team leaders of the Cook Islands National Arts Theatre (CINAT) performing arts team, Mark Short says the team is fine and enjoying their time in Hawaii.
Young drummers steal the show
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
Apii Avarua has again proved its prowess in the annual Rarotonga primary schools Tangi Ka’ara Drumming Competition winning the champion trophy on Thursday night.
Cook Islands leaves lasting impression at FestPAC
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The lively iconic neighbourhood of Waikiki in Honolulu, Hawai’i – a world-renowned tourist destination – played host to a celebration of the rich cultures of 27 Pasifika nations.
‘Miscommunication’ sparks confusion, Cook Islands delegation ‘not stranded’
Thursday 20 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features, Local, National
The Cook Islands delegation attending the FestPAC in Honolulu clarified that they are not stranded and are returning home in two groups due to pre-planned limited flight seat availability.
Young Cook Islands leader encourages youth: “Never be afraid, take up challenges”
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Features
Nineteen-year-old Nicolea Mateariki, who returned from representing Cook Islands at the Young Pacific Leaders Forum during 13th Festival of Pacific Arts and Culture (FestPAC), has a message for young people: “Never be afraid, and always take up challenges.”
Pacific voyaging organisations forge new path of collaboration
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features
A gathering of all the voyaging organisations from Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia, including around 10 Pwo navigators, was held last week before master navigator Peia Patai and Vaka Marumaru Atua left Hawai’i for Rarotonga on Saturday.
Hawaiian carvers defend protocols, Tavioni says ‘It is a Pacific Festival and not Hawaiian only’
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art, Features, Local, National, Regional
A group of Hawaiian carvers responded to accusations that a respected female Cook Islands carver was barred from the official carving area at the 13th Pacific Arts Festival and Culture in Honolulu due to a kapu on women carvers.
Mangaia’s Craft and Trade a sell-out success!
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
The Craft and Trade Exhibition during the Mangaia Bicentennial Celebration ended yesterday at the Oneroa Market.
Cook Islands drum up excitement at FestPAC with captivating shows
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
The pulsating drums, magnificent performers, vibrant costumes and skilled artisans from Cook Islands are capturing crowds at the 13th Pacific Arts Festival and Culture in Honolulu, Hawai’i, with their captivating shows and highly crafted artistic skills.
From floods to ‘real rainbow’: Artist returns to Rarotonga with uplifting exhibition
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Art, Features
After losing his house in the devastating Auckland floods, a New Zealand artist returned to Rarotonga for the first time in five years to showcase his latest exhibition, a collection he describes as a ‘real rainbow’.
Aunty Kura inspires young at FestPAC
Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
In Pacific dance and creative circles, Aunty Kura Taruia needs no introduction.
