Features
Look for the blessings
Friday 5 February 2010 | Published in Church Talk
Some days we feel as though challenges face us every moment. That whatever we touch, do, plan, or say presents another challenge. Sometimes this is true both in our personal and professional responsibilities. What do you do on such a day? “Look for the Blessings.” When to look for the blessings? When we are facing […]
Apostolic ministry strong after 17 years in PNG
Friday 5 February 2010 | Published in Church Talk
Worshipping under a mango tree was just one of the many challenges a Cook Islands pastor has faced in Papua New Guinea. Pastor Ngere Tamatoa, his wife Mata and their family have called PNG home for the past 17 years and were recently back in the country on a well earned holiday. “We’re blessed to […]
Musical will 'lift' the Cook Islands
Saturday 30 January 2010 | Published in Features
The musical production ‘Once, Upon a Reef’ will be shown at the TelstraClear Pacific Events Centre in Manukau City at the end of next month. Project manager Thomas Peyroux says progress on the production is “great” and rehearsals have picked up. “They are now all go and I am happy with that.” Peyroux says it […]
Voyaging thesis is Loretta's adventure
Saturday 30 January 2010 | Published in Features
Loretta Reynolds left school at age 16 to enter the world of graphic design. She worked for a succession of major advertising companies based in Auckland, Sydney and London before establishing her own graphics company in Parnell. Now, years later, she’s a successful local artist and one of five students pursuing a Master’s degree in […]
Spiritual preparedness
Friday 29 January 2010 | Published in Church Talk
The great test of life is to see whether we will hearken to and obey God’s commands in the midst of the storms of life. Most of us have thought about how to prepare for storms. We have seen and felt the suffering of women, men and children, and of the aged and the weak, […]
New minister for Celebration on the Rock
Friday 29 January 2010 | Published in Church Talk
When Jonathan Cargill and his wife Natasha were here 20 years ago for their honeymoon, they never considered the idea that one day they’d be moving to Rarotonga to pastor a church. Jonathan is the new minister at Celebration Centre on the Rock, a church located in the old Kids in Action building directly across […]
Evolving patterns
Saturday 23 January 2010 | Published in Features
Without any formal training, local artist Kay George has developed her own unique style of art which has seen her become a prominent figure in the regional art industry. Coming from an artistic family, Kay is a self-taught artist who in the 80s began painting on fabrics and selling her work at Sydney markets in […]
New direction
Saturday 23 January 2010 | Published in Features
Moving in new directions from their normal art making practices has been the aim behind the Master of Art and Design course being undertaken by six Cook Islands artists. The Master of Art and Design through AUT University, Auckland, in partnership with USP was offered to practising artists in the Cook Islands allowing them to […]
The brother of the Prodigal Son
Friday 22 January 2010 | Published in Church Talk
We are all very familiar with the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15). Most of us, if we are honest, will admit to a feeling of empathy with the elder brother of the prodigal son. Here he is, the dutiful son, working hard year after year, doing all his father asks without complaint. “I […]
The excitement and worries of moving to a different school
Thursday 21 January 2010 | Published in Features
Changing schools can be an exciting event for a lot of students. But for some it can be a stressful transition. The guidance desk at the Ministry of Education department has provided some tips for parents on how to help your child have a smooth transition into the new 2010 school year. Change and nervousness […]
Kiwi movie producer holidays in Raro
Monday 18 January 2010 | Published in Features
Up-and-coming Kiwi movie producer Peter Frahm is in the throes of a week-long holiday on Rarotonga. He and his family are here to celebrate his son’s wedding, which took place on Friday afternoon on Motu Koromiri. Frahm wrote, produced and starred in his first and latest full-feature film, The China Cup, which premiered last year […]
New year, new dance group for Joyce
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
A treasure of Cook Islands culture was appropriately found near the Sir Geoffrey Henry Centre early in the week. Joyce Fortes –whose Te Mire Kapa 2006 performance has received 92,083 hits on just one YouTube clip – was spotted on a quick break at the local library. The dancer is considering studying with the USP […]
Cricketing fun and prizes for kids
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
While the big boys battled it out on the cricket pitch last Saturday – aspiring junior cricketers were given the opportunity to show off their own cricket skills. At the end of the first innings between Royal Heat and the Superkings, junior cricket fans were called on to the field to showcase their catching skills. […]
'Aunty's still here'
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
Nikao MP and former minister Ngamau Munokoa is well, just… Aunty Mau. This reporter rolls up around 3.10pm to her Nikao home with a good excuse for being 10 minutes late. But that’s not a problem. She calls out from inside the kitchen that she has just arrived home with two of her friends after […]
Minister's priority
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
New energy minister William ‘Smiley’ Heather says he’s right behind the national energy committee’s recommendations. “Alternative energy is another key focus for me. It’s a priority on my list.” While he’s not been long on the job, Heather has had meetings with the members of the committee and he’s encouraged by what he’s heard so […]
Half Caste, inspired clothing
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
For some people, being called a half caste is an offence but for Cook Islander Alissa Morgan-Ziogas being of mixed race has helped inspire her new street and team wear clothing design label Half Caste. “In our family we’ve always laughed about being half castes but for some people it can be a bit rude,” […]
The action plan
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
The national energy committee has managed to get approval for 15 low-risk initiatives for alternative energy use that can start now: – Adopt net metering and post-production incentives – not only allowing power consumers to use solar and wind energy to reduce power use and receive payment for power produced for the grid, but also […]
Taking the first steps
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
There’s been a two-year build up of national consultations and brainstorming by Beer’s committee that has now resulted in the ‘small basket of 15 early, high-gain steps of moderate cost’ initiatives recently approved by cabinet. James Beer says the 15 initiatives which are starting now are part of a much, much longer and more ambitious […]
Support needed for sustainable energy plan
Saturday 16 January 2010 | Published in Features
National Energy Committee chairman James Beer has recently been prompted to explain more about exactly what the country’s strategy is for alternative energy – and why it’s never as simple as it sounds to ‘go green’. In a sun-drenched country like our own, there’s even more reason to use solar energy for power generation but […]
Domestic violence is a crime
Friday 15 January 2010 | Published in Church Talk
I would like to share some concerns and insight into the issue of domestic violence. I bring this into consideration for the following reasons: • Families are the most important social units in our community • Violence and abuse are destructive in families • Ultimately Domestic Violence (DV) is about power and control • DV […]
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