Features
Creative tiling at Tilemate
Thursday 5 December 2013 | Published in Features
It is a love for his trade that brings a special touch of creativity to the tiling work of Nooroa Moekore of Tilemate. “I find tiling very interesting,” said Moekore. “It’s like art – creating things, the colour, the shapes.” Tilemate offers services in anything kitchens, bathrooms, floorings, swimming pools and grave sites. Moekore says […]
Art exhibition at Io Marama
Tuesday 3 December 2013 | Published in Features
From building a vaka for Vaka Eiva to teaching students to make one themselves, it has been a busy time for master carver Mike Tavioni. Tavioni completed the vaka commissioned by Vaka Eiva, with assistance from a group of students from New Zealand, and will be teaching the group to make one themselves this week. […]
For the love of tivaevae
Monday 2 December 2013 | Published in Features
Tivaevae made by Cook Islands women are proudly on display at the National Museum. The Inangaro Tumanava, or ‘cherished love’, tivaevae exhibition will run until December 12, giving the public a chance to view the products of much time, effort and love. A tivaevae, or patchwork quilt, expresses love and beauty and the exhibition depicts […]
Tahiti tour a success for local band Trigger Fish
Saturday 30 November 2013 | Published in Entertainment
Cook Islands soul funk duo Trigger Fish are already eyeing up a return to Tahiti after playing to packed-out bars during their first tour of the country this month.
The New Rarotonga
Saturday 30 November 2013 | Published in Features
Zach Humphrey (The Vagrants Photo) is an Auckland-born musician and amateur photojournalist currently based in Coolangatta on Australia’s Gold Coast.
Bishop reflects on UNESCO address
Saturday 30 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Education and tourism minister Teina Bishop recently returned from France, where he made a historic address at the 37th UNESCO General Conference held earlier this month. The Paris conference – which dealt with education, health, and gender issues – saw Bishop become the first Cook Islander to make a national address at the forum. Speaking […]
'The love of God is revealed on the cross'
Friday 29 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
“For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. But I fear, lest by any means, as the serpent beguiled Eve through his subtlety, so your minds should be corrupted from the simplicity that is in […]
Getting cheeky for charity
Monday 25 November 2013 | Published in Features
Ten lovely ladies put on their prettiest clothes and sultry alter egos and were put through their paces by burlesque teacher Miss Ruby recently – and it was all in the name of charity. The burlesque lessons were auctioned at the recent Pink Gala fundraiser for the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation courtesy of Miss […]
Rainwater collection in the pipeline
Saturday 23 November 2013 | Published in Weekend
Len Toi is happy to be in Rarotonga. The health protection officer from Aitutaki says it’s good to leave the bone-dry outer island for a decent shower. Toi has spent the past week at a workshop on Rarotonga learning about rainwater harvesting – something that might one day help fill his water tanks back home. […]
Disappointment in Diwali celebration
Saturday 23 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Dear Editor, I’m writing this letter to express my thoughts on the Diwali celebration that took place on November 9 at Avatea School Hall.
Oe Vaka exhibition celebrates 10th anniversary
Saturday 23 November 2013 | Published in Features
Paddles line the walls of The Art Studio this week, but these paddles will definitely not be hitting the water. The Oe Vaka art exhibition opened on Tuesday evening, with many of the paddle art works sold on the night. “We’re really pleased with the great turn out and great sales,” said gallery owner Kay […]
Does faith in Jesus Christ matter?
Friday 22 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Does faith in the Lord Jesus Christ really matter anyway? Let me pose another question that may bring a better focal point: “What makes Jesus Christ the most unique figure in history?” Was it because of his teachings, his miracles, the devotion of his followers, his sacrifice and the outrageous claims that baffled his listeners? Certainly, he was not the first to have disciples of His own, nor was He the first teacher to use parables or to die an ignominious death such as death on the cross, or to make many startling claims either! Emperors were worshipped as gods, heroes were called sons of god, Alexander the great claimed to be the son of Zeus, and Julius Caesar had similar sentiments of being divine.
Explore, experience a 'world of trylapid'
Thursday 21 November 2013 | Published in Features
Eight new pieces make up the intriguing and thought provoking new exhibition ‘my world of trylapid’ by New Zealand born Samoan artist Andy Leleisi’uao opening this evening at the BCA Gallery in Taputapuatea. While his new works have been described as paintings that explode within a new omniverse of colour, form and structure – Leleisi’uao […]
Religious festivities restricted in the Cooks
Wednesday 20 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Permission and approval of the religious advisory council and the Minister of Justice are required in the Cooks for religious gatherings, according to legislation. The Religious Organisations Restrictions Amendment Act 1994 states that the minister cannot withhold approval for the establishment of any religious organisation unless satisfied that such establishment would be contrary to local […]
Scores all drawn in premiership match
Monday 18 November 2013 | Published in Features
In the main Lotto Premiership men’s football match on Saturday host Matavera drew one all against Avatiu at the Takitumu School grounds. Matavera scored mid-way through the first half via speedster Paul Poila. Avatiu tried tirelessly to equalize in the first but was not able to do so. During the second half Matavera tried to […]
Arts industries need government recognition
Saturday 16 November 2013 | Published in Features
The cultural and creative arts industries in the Cooks want more recognition from the government so they will be more likely to earn a living from their skills. The Ministry of Culture says it will lobby for a bigger budget to help not just preserve cultural heritage, but also to use culture and arts to […]
Creative residency follows the beat of the drum
Saturday 16 November 2013 | Published in Features
There has been the sound of drum beats in the air over the past month, as Motone Productions ends the first creative artist’s residency to be held in the Cook Islands. Murray Hickman of Strike Percussion has spent the past four weeks in the Cooks, as part of the residency programme funded by Creative New […]
Kiwi reporter hits ground running
Saturday 16 November 2013 | Published in Church Talk
From concrete to coconuts, the latest addition to the Cook Islands News team is coming back to his roots – sort of. Reporter Ben Chapman-Smith joined the paper on May 4, and brings strong reporting experience and fascinating life experience to the newsroom. Born on a dairy farm in Morrinsville – a small town in […]
A hairy life but a happy one
Saturday 16 November 2013 | Published in Features
Paddy Lynch may be 80 years old, but he’s going as strong as ever. The Cook Islands’ beloved Irish resident has just been to Melbourne Cup 2013, where he once again captured the hearts of punters and local media. CINews caught up with Paddy to hear about his trip, some of his favourite stories and […]
Art exhibition for Vaka Eiva
Saturday 16 November 2013 | Published in Features
The Oe Vaka art exhibition will be joining in the 10-year anniversary celebrations at Vaka Eiva this year. The annual exhibition has been part of the Vaka Eiva event since its inception, with local artists Kay and Ian George creating the exhibition to support a week of wonderful events. The walls of their gallery, The […]
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