Hot on the Rock
Feeling sick? Health clinic is quick
Saturday 29 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
The doctor at a new private clinic wants to help people manage their illness, rather than waiting to visit the hospital when it becomes serious.
'Never trust a skinny chef'
Saturday 22 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
Lickity splitz, get a move on! You can now get your best ice cream sundaes with homemade sauces in Arorangi.
Unofficially Nanave
Saturday 8 February 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Hot on the Rock
These rito earrings, hats and other designs blossomed from a teenage girl’s night-time escapade.
Dion's delicious bites a hit with locals
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Hot on the Rock
Baby Pancakes owner/operator Dion Teau refuses to serve anything he doesn’t like himself. That’s why his baby pancakes are a hit among locals. Katrina Tanirau caught up with him at his new shack.
The shape of our future
Saturday 25 January 2020 | Written by Moana Makapelu Lee | Published in Hot on the Rock
The chance to get in shape for their families has inspired 110 people to sign up for a new fitness challenge, starting Monday.
Trading culture and smiles
Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
Doing her best to keep Penrhyn weaving alive, Nanave Taime is one of the many colourful faces of trade day greeting visitors for Vaka Eiva 2019.
Soul musician gives her heart to her island's reef
Saturday 16 November 2019 | Published in Hot on the Rock
When Kura Happ leads a group of Australian and Canadian tourists out on the Rarotonga reef, her goal isn’t to makes lots of money – it’s to show local kids they can stay home and build a dream, it’s to build on her own dream, and it’s to make the world a more sustainable place by changing one perspective at a time. Story by Rachel Reeves, photos by Alisha Street.
Praying at the shrine to beauty
Saturday 21 September 2019 | Published in Hot on the Rock
For four years, Jessica Lennan deliberated over whether or not to open a beauty clinic on Rarotonga.
Getting a fix of Love
Saturday 14 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Coffee, for most of us, is the first thing we think of in the morning. And for some, that means Love Cafe. “Good coffee, good service, and I love the personalised messages written on the cups – a great way to start your day,” says regular customer Tairi Herrmann.
A Divine time in Paradise
Saturday 7 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Penrhyn-born Poloa Rowe was so inspired by famous hairstylist Vidal Sassoon’s story of triumph over adversity, that she named her cat ‘Vidal’.
Settle in at Margarita's and unwind
Sunday 1 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Looking for a place to unwind and dine on a Friday evening after a hectic week?
Sisters turn Muri into a mecca
Saturday 24 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
People call it the City of Muri – but they might soon have to rename it the Mecca of Muri.
Snorkel business: Devoting full-time to floating …
Saturday 24 August 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Snorkelling in our clear blue lagoon with turtles, sting rays, sharks and an abundance of coral is only a taste of the experience on offer with Josh Utanga.
Bakers get a-round the island
Saturday 17 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
A new bakery outlet opening in Muri will honour a 76 year legacy with a museum dedicated to the generations who’ve run the business, and a few surprises!
Pooling resources: Mai'i Central
Saturday 10 August 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
One evening Paavo Mustonen and wife Tara Kauvai-Mustonen sat at home, watching tourists walking, biking or driving to the Muri Night Market to get something to drink or eat, and to enjoy a night out with family.
Stage set for Raro Water Music
Saturday 27 July 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Hot on the Rock
Popular lagoon cruise tour company Koka Lagoon Cruises’ new glass bottom boat comes with an entertainment stage.
MoE advisor wins poetry award
Saturday 1 June 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Hot on the Rock
Ministry of Education’s learning and teaching advisor Jessica Le Bas has been awarded the prestigious Sarah Boom Poetry prize 2019, New Zealand’s richest poetry award.
Rarotonga Brewery celebrates milestone
Saturday 25 May 2019 | Published in Hot on the Rock
Rarotonga Brewery recently celebrated a major milestone in the company’s history. By choosing not to bottle their popular Cook Islands Lager, the company has helped to stop over one million glass bottles from entering the landfill.
Poko's dream comes true
Saturday 18 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Poko Nelio, fondly known as ‘a rocket in a pocket’ for her incredible memory for details and sprightly service in the hospitality industry, recently opened her very own food business.
An enduring Mother's Day tribute to a mum's love
Saturday 11 May 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Hot on the Rock
Diamonds are forever, the old advertising slogan says. But now, it seems, flowers are forever, too.
