Features

Church Talk: Pray for the peace of Jerusalem

Friday 13 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

The peace of Jerusalem must not be disturbed because if it does, those who disturb her peace deserve to suffer the consequences and those who sustain it win great blessing, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Ekalesia Avarua (Cook Islands Christian Church).

Church Talk


Youngest athlete in athletics team eyes top 8 finish at Pacific Games

Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Features, Pacific Games, Sports, Weekend

The youngest member in Athletics Cook Islands to the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands next month, is looking forward to the challenge.

Athletics


Exciting Opera Trio

Wednesday 11 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

The Opera in Rarotonga, talented and powerful Pacific trio, have arrived thrilled and ready to showcase a repertoire of opera classics, Pacific Imene, Waiata and contemporary songs over two nights this week - Friday and Saturday.

Art


Our own version of the Grammys: Cook Islands community celebrates excellence at Te Tu Rangatira Awards

Saturday 7 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

The biennial Te Tu Rangatira Awards 2023 showcased a remarkable display of talent and unity within the Cook Islands community in Aotearoa New Zealand, serving as a powerful representation of the outstanding achievements of individuals who are making a significant impact.

Art


Black-shouldered Lapwings: Rare vagrants on Rarotonga

Saturday 7 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, In Depth

On the 30th of August, Maureen Goodwin saw two unusual birds on her inland Muri lawn. She googled and identified them as Australian Southern Lapwings rather than the Northern due to the black ‘ei kakī (collar). Over the next few days, they fed, ran over the lawn, and flew around the area, writes Gerald McCormack, director of Cook Islands Natural Heritage Trust.

Features


Climate change ain’t new: ‘Kare te taui reva I te mea ou’tu

Friday 6 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

“For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in together until now… Kua kite oki tatou e, te ngunguru anake nei te au mea katoa I angaia mei te mamae anau ra e tae rava akenei ki teianei ra” – Romans/Roma 8:22.

Church Talk


Opera in Rarotonga returning with unique Pacific flavour

Thursday 5 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Entertainment, Features

A unique and captivating musical experience is set to unfold on Rarotonga next week celebrating Pacific and contemporary songs in the timeless art form of opera.

Art


Te Maeva Nui NZ a ‘raging success’

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Art, Features

The New Zealand Cook Island community came together over the past weekend to celebrate their culture, with the Te Maeva Nui Festival.

Art


Autism art auction raises $12k

Wednesday 4 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

The Autism Cook Islands (ACI) Takavekave Tatou Art Exhibition and Auction has raised $12,000 with a percentage of the funds going back to the student artists and to a charity of their choice, and to support the organisation’s pathways programme.

Art


‘Journey – To tatou Kaveinga’ mural captures beauty and vibrancy of the Cook Islands

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

A stunning mural capturing the beauty and vibrancy of the Cook Islands was unveiled at the Rarotonga International Airport on Friday, kicking off the Airport Authority upgrades and preparations for the 50th anniversary which will be celebrated in January next year.

Art


'Whakaura' to connect Pasifika youth to their voyaging roots

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in Art, Features

The National Library of New Zealand is hoping to connect Pasifika youth to their Polynesian voyaging history with the launch of an interactive education program. Tiana Haxton of RNZ reports.

Art


Pit masters lock tongs for first foray on global steak circuit

Monday 2 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Food

The Cook Islands has joined an international steak-cooking circuit as interest in competitive barbecuing experiences a “massive growth curve”.

Features


Cook Islands stint inspires Australian law graduate

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Features, Weekend

An Australian law graduate whose career trajectory was inspired by the month she spent in the Cook Islands during her study, has returned to the island nation five years later for a three-month stint supporting the Pacific Islands Forum.

Features


Cook Islands cultural groups showcase their heritage at Te Maeva Nui NZ

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

The vibrant Atiu Enuamanu delivered a fantastic performance in the “ute” section on the first night of the biennial Te Maeva Nui New Zealand Cultural Festival at the Trust Arena in Auckland on Thursday (Cook Islands time).

Art


A centenarian with a deep faith

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Emily Brell-Dean-William-Dyer, a remarkable, vibrant, and extraordinary 103-year-old woman, has unwavering faith in God. She is a living testament to the power of spirituality and devotion, and to life well lived.

Features


Offering ‘affordable’ VIP experience

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Food, Go Local

A newly opened bar offering ‘affordable’ VIP experience, vibrant atmosphere, amazing cocktails and food has taken the Rarotonga patrons by storm.

Features


Cook Islanders celebrate culture, heritage and identity in Aotearoa

Saturday 30 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Features

Cook Islands culture thundered throughout the Trust Arena, Waitakere in Auckland, New Zealand, this week as Te Maeva Nui ō Aotearoa New Zealand Charitable Trust proudly presented the third biennial Te Maeva Nui NZ performing arts festival of music and dance, arts and crafts of the Cook Islands.

Art


Church Talk : Caring for our common home, Earth

Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

‘The Season of Creation’ is a major focus and theme in the Catholic Church, one month before the feast of St Francis of Assisi which the Church celebrates on October 4, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.

Church Talk


Muri Beach Club Hotel Spa: A rejuvenating experience

Thursday 28 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Go Local

Getting a spa treatment can be a wonderful way to relax and rejuvenate your body and mind. However, finding the best spa therapist can be challenging.

Features


A legacy of learning and service

Monday 25 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

The New Zealand Volunteer Service Abroad Te Tūao Tāwāhi (VSA) has been operating in the Cook Islands for 60 years, providing support in education, health and well-being, and the environment. Cook Islands News senior journalist Melina Etches, who attended the organisation’s 60th anniversary last week, writes about its objectives and achievements.

Features


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