Entertainment
Film Raro2 screening tonight
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Film Raro2 is telling our own stories with our own voices. A world first concept in the way that it links passionate filmmakers to indigenous people to collaborate in the production of international short films.
Rarotonga Schools Festival showcases cultural brilliance
Saturday 12 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Over two nights, Wednesday and Thursday, thousands gathered at Te Are Karioi Nui to witness the energy, joy and pride as hundreds of students lit up the stage in the exhilarating biennial Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival.
St. Joseph’s ECE students delight audience, open culture festival
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
St Joseph’s Primary School Early Childhood Education (ECE) students opened the Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival on Wednesday night, delighting the audience with the heartfelt performance at Te Are Kariori Nui/National Auditorium.
Schools showcase cultural pride
Friday 11 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
The opening night of the biennial Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival at Te Are Karioi Nui/National Auditorium on Wednesday did not disappoint, leaving the audience cheering in appreciation after every performance.
Tereora College gears up for Schools Culture Festival
Monday 7 April 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Entertainment, Features
Tereora College is prepared to take the stage for the Schools Culture Festival night, held this Wednesday and Thursday at the National Auditorium.
Creating a slice of Cook Islands cinematic history
Saturday 5 April 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
International film teams are collaborating with Cook Islanders to produce films showcasing their culture and stories, aiming to build digital capacity and share these narratives globally.
Miss Cook Islands inspires Atiu youth through mentorship programme
Friday 21 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Entertainment, Features, National, Outer Islands
Reigning Miss Cook Islands and Maine Kūki ʻAirani Aotearoa 2024, Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate, is visiting the island of Atiu, connecting with youths through a mentorship and community engagement programme.
Twenty local actors cast in groundbreaking Cook Islands film project
Tuesday 18 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
In an exciting development for the local film industry, 20 aspiring Cook Islands actors have been cast in pivotal roles for six new short films set to be filmed in Rarotonga.
Gospel song wins big at Te Mire Atu composers’ comp
Saturday 15 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
In a showcase of outstanding talent, composer Thomas Peyroux has once again won the prestigious Tauranga Vananga/Ministry of Cultural Development Te Mire Atu national composers competition.
Nga-Moeara returns to Māori Composers’ comp after 14 years
Thursday 13 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Recording artist and popular singer, Teata Hauavaine Nga-Moeara, will showcase her talent on stage tonight in the prestigious Te Tae Pae Nui Te Mire Atu original Māori composers’ competition.
Sixteen composers for Te Mire Atu
Wednesday 12 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Te Pae Tai Nui Mire Atu composers competition will hit the stage this week with a line-up of 16 exceptional, talented Cook Islands Maori creatives and singers.
Film Raro2 casting call open to all ages
Tuesday 4 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Fearless Cook Islands heroes and heroines of all ages are encouraged to audition for Film Raro2 who are back in Rarotonga looking for a cast of characters.
Seventeen composers for Mire Atu
Tuesday 4 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Cook Islands composers are prepared to take centre stage this month in the prestigious Tauranga Vananga/Ministry of Cultural Development Te Pae Tai Nui Mire Atu original Māori song composers competition.
Cook Islands film ‘Stranded Pearl’ to reach global audience
Tuesday 18 February 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Entertainment, Features
A Cook Islands-made film will be featured at international film festivals in Japan and New Zealand, and has secured distribution deals for in-flight entertainment and streaming services.
Tereora College students treated to concert preview
Friday 14 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
Tereora College students cheered and rocked to a special preview by New Zealand artists, who entertained the school with a taste of what to expect at tonight’s LG Entertainment Rarodice Concert.
Pageant drama fails to dim Miss Cook Islands’ welcome
Thursday 13 February 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Entertainment, Features
Miss Cook Islands Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate, who was placed fourth runner-up at the 38th Miss Pacific Islands Pageant held in Honiara, Solomon Islands, received a warm welcome from the Cook Islands community in New Zealand.
Rarotonga set to rock with inaugural Rarodice music festival
Tuesday 11 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features
The inaugural “family friendly” Rarodice concert will feature a diverse lineup of talented artists from overseas, bringing their unique sounds and styles to the Cook Islands.
Miss Cook Islands wins fourth runner up at Pacific Islands 2025 pageant
Monday 10 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features
Miss Cook Islands Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate was awarded fourth runner-up at the 38th Miss Pacific Islands Pageant held in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Cook Islands queen champions climate action
Thursday 6 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features
“Let us use our voices to tell the world, the Pacific is not just a dot on the map, it is a lifeline for millions and it must be protected.” This was Miss Cook Islands Ngatepaeru Marie Maoate’s message at the Miss Pacific Islands 2025 pre-pageant interview in Solomon Islands yesterday.
Popular night club finds a new groove
Saturday 1 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, Entertainment, Features, Go Local, Hot on the Rock, National
The relocation launch of the popular “On The Rocks” dance night club certainly rolled out in style, with deep red carpet greeting guests and patrons at the entrance on Thursday night.
