Features
New massage therapists in the making
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
Two New Zealand tutors have responded to the need for locals to be trained as massage therapists, and have organised a two-week workshop. Professional New Zealand massage therapists Glenda Palmer and Alison Grace are in Rarotonga to host the workshop. Palmer, who currently works at the Lotus Holistic Centre in Hastings, New Zealand, has been […]
Local Scout will row down Thames
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
Deep Sea Scout Ron Bird is taking one Avarua Harbour Sea Scout to London to join a Kiwi crew sailing down the River Thames with 1000 other vessels in honour of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Fifteen-year-old Jason Potoru of Takuvaine has been selected to represent the Cook Islands in the Kiwi crew. “We wanted a […]
Poem on BBC
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
Cook Islanders living in the United Kingdom are being urged to contact the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) for the opportunity to represent their homeland during the London Olympics. The BBC is looking to capture the spirit of each nation participating in the London 2012 Olympics. In an effort to represent the Cook Islands, producers have […]
30 dancers going to Queen's Jubilee
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
A 30-strong Cook Islands dance team is headed to London early next month to perform for the Diamond Jubilee. Organised in commemoration of Queen Elizabeth II’s 60-year reign, the Jubilee will comprise performances and parades put on by all countries affiliated with the British Commonwealth. The Cook Islands was, however, the only Pacific Island country […]
Atiu artefact on show in Los Angeles
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
A stool possibly carved in Atiu has made its debut at the prestigious Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) The artefact is listed as originating in the Cook Islands, and possibly Atiu, in about 1830. Termed no’oanga, the piece is made of wood and fibre and measures 14 by 44 by 21 centimetres. LACMA […]
BCA sticks to 'ambitious' schedule
Saturday 14 April 2012 | Published in Features
Cook Islands artist Sylvia Marsters is the newest Beachcomber Contemporary Art Gallery (BCA) artist in residence, and will be in Rarotonga producing work over coming months. In other exciting news, renowned artist Nanette Lela’ulu has moved to Rarotonga and will open a new portrait show at BCA on May 1. These developments come in the […]
100 Apostolics attend council
Friday 13 April 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Members of the Apostolic Church from across the South Pacific will be gathering in Auckland next week for the 22nd annual South Pacific District Council. From the Cook Islands, 100 members of the Apostolic Church including three from Atiu, seven from Mangaia, 20 from Aitutaki and 70 from Rarotonga will travel to Auckland for the […]
Lightning strike kills woman, injures girl
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Features
St Joseph’s Primary School shares more of their work with us this week on the Kids Page. Grade Six students took an article from the Cook Island News and summarised it as part of practising their comprehension skills. Creative writing for Grade Four students looked at what is happening in the world around us, as […]
Easter – Because Jesus Lives!
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Church Talk
During this time of the year, most Christian churches turn their attention to the cross and the empty tomb of Christ for reassurance of salvation and eternal life. Some Christians may view the celebration of Easter as a worldly practice because of the Easter bunnies and incorporation of pagan traditions with this holiday. However, as […]
High praise for a great show
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Features
Te Maeva Nui village and outer islands teams have big shoes to fill after Rarotonga schools put on an outstanding cultural festival on Wednesday night. The National Auditorium was packed to the rafters with proud parents and families who brought the Are Karioi roof down with roaring cheers for every single school. The level of […]
The reason for the season
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Easter is a beautiful season, especially here on the beautiful island of Rarotonga. When I think about Easter, I often think about holidays, family, church, and fun. The warmth and extra time to just relax is usually a recipe for a memorable time, however could I make it even better? The meaning of the Easter […]
Akaoki'anga kaka: returning the glory
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Features
Woven kikau baskets – packed tightly with fish baked in banana leaves and packaged chicken, cooked taro and tinned meat – lined the frond-covered floor of the Atai/Auta meeting house last Sunday. Mitiaro mamas in white dresses and rito hats sat on benches and held dressed-up babies as the men – their husbands, sons, grandsons, […]
Stations of the Cross in art
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Church Talk
“/> Year 8 art students at Nukutere College recently completed a series of pictures illustrating the 15 Stations of the Cross from the season of Lent. Nukutere head of art Jane Kennington supplied these wonderful images by her students.
Catholic celebration underway
Saturday 7 April 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Easter is the central feast of the Catholic faith and commemorates the death and rising again of Jesus Christ. Easter commemorations started on Thursday – known as Holy Thursday. Holy Thursday acknowledges the day the Lord instituted the Eucharist or Holy Communion and washed the feet of the apostles. The Stations of the Cross vigil […]
Farmers' association ready for action
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
The newly elected executive committee of the Manihiki Pearl Farmers Association (MPFA) is gearing up for work it will face in the next couple of years. The committee that was elected during the Annual General Meeting held in March has some new faces on board and at the helm. Former Mayor and active Association member […]
Passing - off still a problem
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
CIPA’s Pearl Inspector, Caroline Tiria, makes regular visits to the Punanganui Market and the Wharf on boat days to inspect the pearls on sale for authenticity, to make sure that Cook Islands pearls are being properly labeled and that pearls that are not genuine Cook Islands pearls are clearly marked to inform potential buyers. She […]
Avaiki success in Europe
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
Avaiki showed Europe what Cook Islands pearls have to offer at a recent international trade show. Described as successful by the Avaiki wholesale team, it was a chance to exhibit alongside the latest European trends in jewellery and watches. The annual Inhorgenta trade show was held in Munich in February, and is truly an international […]
Pearls of Romance
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
The romance of Cook Islands pearls is part of a celebration of wedding fashion currently taking place in Wellington. “Unveiled – 200 years of Wedding Fashion” from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, is showing over four months at the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. The Cook Islands Pearl Authority was invited […]
Retailers and wholesalers unite
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
A new organisation was incorporated in early January 2012 called the Cook Islands Pearl Retailers and Wholesalers Incorporated (CIPRWI) to represent the interests of retail, wholesale and jewellery establishments on Rarotonga. The members of CIPWRI included Fisher’s Pearls, Goldmine, Island Craft, The Pearl Lounge, Tarani’s Craft & Pearls, Bergman & Sons, Farm Direct Pearls, Classic […]
Song and dance at Avarua
Saturday 31 March 2012 | Published in Features
This week at Avarua School was all about celebrating the language and culture of the Cook Islands. “Te Rito o te Reo te Peu Kuki Airani” has involved participation from students across the school, including the pre-school. Each island is represented, with students choosing which island group they wanted to be part of after discussion […]
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