Features

Third time’s a charm: Teenage sweethearts find their way back to each other

Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Weekend

A couple who first met as teenagers, separated, and reunited after 17 years, finally tied the knot in a heartwarming ceremony in Rarotonga.

Features


Local and New Zealand carvers unite to save fading tradition

Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Art, Features

The decline of traditional carving in the Cook Islands and New Zealand due to globalisation threatens the loss of cultural heritage, prompting efforts to revive and preserve this ancient art form.

Art


‘Only in the Cooks’: Retiring judge shares fond memories of Cook Islands

Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Features, Memory Lane, National, Weekend

After 12 years of dedicated service to the Cook Islands justice system, High Court Judge Dame Judith Potter is hanging up her robes, leaving a legacy of legal expertise, and taking with her some ‘only in the Cooks’ memories.

Court


Young artist paints a bright future

Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Education, Features, National

A 15-year-old artist is thriving and supporting herself with her God-given talent, which she has been using to earn money since she was nine.

Art


Local electronics company claims regional reseller of the year title

Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, Local, National

A local company, CIPS Electronics/Jaycar, has become the first Pacific Island reseller company to win the Australia/New Zealand and Pacific Islands Reseller of the Year award 2023-2024.

Business


Church Talk: Shining brightly for Jesus

Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

We live in a world where darkness (confusion, fear and sin) seems to be everywhere. But Jesus calls us to be something different. He calls us to be the light of the world. Today, we will explore what it means to live out that calling in our lives, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Church Talk


Cook Islands to celebrate 60 years with extended festivities

Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, National

The Government has started planning for the country’s big celebration of the 60th Constitution Day next year, including the budget. The celebration is expected to be slightly longer than this year’s event.

Culture


Cook Islands leads charge in war against invasive species

Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Environment, Features, National, Weekend

Cook Islands is hosting a regional meeting this week to address the significant threat of invasive species to the country’s ecosystems, food security and biodiversity, while sharing knowledge and seeking solutions with other Pacific nations.

Environment


War of the wings: The Rimatara lorikeet and how I learnt to hate the Atiu mynah

Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, Features, Local, National, Outer Islands, Weekend

After a seven-year battle using a combination of poisoning, trapping and shooting, the Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust successfully eradicated an initial population of around 6000 mynahs from Ātiu, making it the world’s largest island-based mynah eradication project. Roger Malcolm, a resident hotelier on Ātiu and one of the key people behind the eradication project, shares his own battle with one of the most invasive bird species in the world.

Environment


From pest to past: Ātiu’s epic battle against invasive myna

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Gerald McCormack | Published in Environment, Features, National, Outer Islands

After six years of no reported mynas on Ātiu, the Natural Heritage Trust is declaring its Eradication Project a success. The removal of a population of about 6000 mynas made it the world’s largest myna eradication on an island. It dwarfed the second largest island-eradication of 1641 mynas on North Island in the Seychelles completed in February 2019. By Gerald McCormack, Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust.

Environment


Mariri honours mother’s dream

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Features, Weekend

A 30-year-old mother of four and a local teacher of over five years has made her dream and her mother’s come true, graduating with a Bachelor of Education from the University of the South Pacific (USP) amid a hectic lifestyle.

Features


‘Helava Walk for Life’ aims to raise funds for cancer treatment

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend

Friends and family of an 18-year-old Rarotonga resident who is diagnosed with lymphocytic leukaemia will be holding a “Helava Walk for Life” fundraiser to assist with her further treatment in Singapore.

Features


Winning costume sparks outrage

Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Entertainment, Features, Local, National

A week after the 2024 Te Maeva Nui cultural festival, controversy continues over Oire Tupapa Maraerenga’s winning costume, which was originally designed for the CINAT team. The Ministry of Cultural Development has dismissed claims of unfair advantage.

Culture


Church Talk: A word from our Jubilee Celebration

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

It has been an outstanding time for The Assemblies of God Cook Islands celebrating our Jubilee Celebration Conference, writes Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.

Church Talk


Journey of Pacific Mothers comes to Rarotonga screen

Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features, Health, National, Pacific Islands, Regional

A locally shot documentary feature film exploring the importance of women’s birthing choices through the stories of Pacific mothers reclaiming indigenous practices premieres in Rarotonga tomorrow.

Entertainment


Diaspora dismayed over lack of Te Maeva Nui livestream

Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The decision not to livestream the annual Te Maeva Nui festival due to copyright concerns has sparked widespread disappointment among the Cook Islands diaspora and those in remote areas.

Art


Everyone is a winner, says Culture

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The organisers of Te Maeva Nui 2024 have clarified the results of the prize giving on Sunday following reports that a specific team had won and been named champions.

Art


Thousands flock to witness Te Maeva Nui’s best, empty seats mar closing night

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, Features

Te Maeva Nui 2024 showcased strong, solid and stunning cultural performances of a high standard from each respective team, representing their districts and home islands with pride as they celebrated 59 years of Cook Islands self-governance.

Entertainment


Former Tereora students dig deep for college projects

Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Features, Memory Lane, National, Weekend

Tereora College Former Students Association president Teina Etches was overwhelmed by the strong support of former students who attended the Projects Fundraiser Dinner held late last month.

Education


Vendors thrive at annual Trade Days

Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Business, Features, Go Local, National

As the three-day annual Trade Days came to an end yesterday, young businessman Kesomi Tatola said the chance to showcase the beauty of the Cook Islands through the arts and crafts each vendor had was a great experience.

Business


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