Features
Christmas is about a present from God – Jesus!
Friday 13 December 2013 | Published in Church Talk
A statement by a Jewish rabbi goes like this: “When one truth tries to imitate another, it is not a truth anymore”. This statement seems to have relevance in regards to the taking over of Christmas by the business world. The Christian feast of Christmas, commemorating the birth of the Messiah, has been imitated by […]
Miss South Pacific winner
Monday 9 December 2013 | Published in Features
Miss Cook Islands Teuira Napa is Miss South Pacific 2013. Napa won the Pageant ahead of nine other contenders in Honiara, Solomon Islands over the weekend. Miss Tonga was crowned the first runner up while Miss Samoa came second and the third spot was taken up by Miss Solomon Islands. Miss American Samoa came fourth […]
412 – serving the community
Friday 6 December 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Serving the community was the drive behind the Celebration on the Rock church in Nikao jumping on the Vaka Eiva canoe to host the junior programme of the weeklong paddling event. The Mapu Oe Vaka was a huge success on the water and off the water – the youngsters enjoyed a prize giving that included […]
When it comes to truth, tolerance is a travesty
Friday 6 December 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Q: Why are Christians so judgmental and unloving? A: Because we live in an age of tolerance where almost anything goes, openly questioning or criticising other people’s belief systems can quickly get you labelled as judgmental, narrow-minded, bigoted, hateful, and even ignorant. With regard to Christianity, Matthew 7:1 is often quoted (or should I say […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
'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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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