Features
Pages from the book of Marjorie Crocombe's life
Sunday 14 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Weekend
When she was in her 20s, Marjorie Crocombe was barred from Australia by its racist immigration policy. Now, as Cook Islands’ most venerated living author turns 90, she switches off the TV news coverage of BlackLivesMatter protests, and wonders how much has really changed. She talks with Katrina Tanirau.
Quarantine Quiz: First man on the moon, Pa Enua election and the PM
Saturday 13 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
The Pa Enua election was scheduled to take place this year. Do you know which date this was scheduled to take place? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Pastor Paul Kauri: A call to prayer
Friday 12 June 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk
CHURCH TALK: I usually write my articles in Church Talk with the intent to express the heart of God through the word of God, with a very wide audience in mind, not just the Christian community, of whom I love and am one of its leaders.
Quarantine Quiz: Olympic Day, James Cook and the Nikao Social Centre
Friday 12 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
At the Nikao Social Centre market yesterday, you could buy kū toto and pava. What are they? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Kemen Reddy: Serving marlin with real bite
Thursday 11 June 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Features
RECIPE: Hi! Kemen Reddy here.
Quarantine Quiz: Seasons, islets and island council elections
Thursday 11 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
There are two seasons in the Cook Islands – summer and cool. Do you know when is the cool season? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Ponu the turtle, cats and birds
Wednesday 10 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you on what date is Ponu the green turtle to be released? Or Which bird is nicknamed the Laughing Jackass? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Unexpected snail species in long-lost collection
Tuesday 9 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
More than 5000 shell found in office of deceased expert, including surprise finds from Cooks.
Quarantine Quiz: World Ocean's Day
Tuesday 9 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Yesterday was World Ocean’s Day, and all this week we celebrate Sea Turtle Week. Do you know which days will be of particular note in Cook Islands? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: A commercial sailing ship, a Dalmatian puppy and New Zealand's longest serving prime minister.
Monday 8 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you know the name of the commercial sailing ship that got lost on the reef at Atiu in 1991? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Cook Islands music duo
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you know the name of the Cook Islands music duo consisting of Kura Happ and Maurice Newport? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Prime Foods' recipe for success
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Weekend
Prime Foods turned 10 in April, but Covid-19 forced the celebrations to be put on hold. This week Prime Foods pulled out all the stops to ensure that staff, suppliers and customers were part of the festivities.
'My mahi is in what I create'
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art
Brent Holley is sculpting rock with a purpose, to remember those who have passed on. Melina Etches pays a visit to his workshop.
The sound of Enua Manea
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment, Features
Two young Europeans musicians got more than they bargained for when they decided to record the music of Rarotonga for a documentary.
Who polices the Police?
Saturday 6 June 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Weekend
When Police charged John Makuru over a crash that he says wasn’t his fault, he saw red. Now the former NZ Police officer is setting up a private investigation business to second-guess their prosecutions.
Quarantine Quiz: The newest island in the Pacific
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
At about 19 million years old, Mangaia’s claim to be the oldest island in the Pacific is disputed. Do you know in what nation is the Pacific's newest island? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Bishop Tutai Pere: One background helper is aiding us in fighting Covid
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk
OPINION: We have come out totally and absolutely unscathed, untouched and unviolated.
Quarantine Quiz: Norman George, helmet laws and a Disney film
Friday 5 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you know the highest government position that lawyer Norman George has ever held? Be part of today's quiz to find out.
Sculptor uses only the best Mangaia rock
Thursday 4 June 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Weekend
The first Mangaia artwork Allan Tuara crafted was a pedestal adze, for his daughter Jackie Tuara for her 21st birthday and graduation in 1990.
Quarantine Quiz: GirlBoss, Ruta Mave and the right to vote
Wednesday 3 June 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Who founded GirlBoss? It is a social enterprise that aims to empower women in leadership, entrepreneurship, science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Be part of today's quiz to find out.