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Aspiring artist paints her own path

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Art, Features

An eighteen-year-old aspiring artist has used her love of drawing and art to create her own business, painting henna designs as well as commissioning her own paintings to make a living for herself through creative expression. Alana Musselle reports.

Pushing your limits in paradise

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend

Riding on the success of last year’s Cook Islands Games, Aitutaki-based Dani Adendorff recognises the potential to maintain that momentum and extend the reach of the growing weightlifting fitness revolution to the Pa Enua. By Melina Etches.

Gaining organic certification

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Features, In Depth

New organic certification mechanisms are needed to make the costs worth the benefits. By Monica Evans of Global Landscapes Forum.

Connecting with our culture

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion

It’s hard to describe in words but yesterday’s investiture of Ngamaru Tupuna Ariki on Enuamanu signifies a time of transition, writes Thomas Tarurongo Wynne.

OPINION: Deep sea mining discussions – what’s the rush?

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion

There appears to be strong community support for building the capacity of locals to better prepare them to make decisions regarding deep sea mining, writes Te Ipukarea Society.

KATA: Race to the finish

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Kata, Opinion

LETTERS: Police deserve better recognition

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for July 17, 2021

Visitor numbers exceed initial predictions

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Economy, National

Tourism figures have received another boost as the industry regains momentum with the arrival of Kiwi holidaymakers in growing numbers. Al Williams reports.

Olympic Games profile - Kohl Tamarua-Horton

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Kohl Tamarua-Horton is preparing to compete in the canoe sprint event at the upcoming Toyko Olympics.

Raro players join national team

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports

Two Rarotonga-based players have joined the Cook Islands 15s side for their second warm up match this afternoon.

CHURCHTALK: A message of encouragement

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features

Are you willing to let God prevail in your life? Are you willing to let God be the most important influence in your life? By Angaroakau Williams – Second counselor in the District Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

LETTER: Albizia versus native forest

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Dear Editor, Re: Letter to the Editor (July 15) stating that Albizia has replaced acres and acres of native forest. It went on to suggest that eventually the only native trees on Rarotonga will be those in our backyards.

Ngamaru Ariki investiture underway

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands

In the past week, the island of Atiu has been in full swing, preparing for today’s akamarokura’anga (investiture) of 25-year-old Tupuna Moeroa Ngamaru as the new Ngamaru Ariki.

Opah! 60kg giant caught on handline

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National

Using a ‘poito’ or a handline (250 lb), local fisherman Jason Tuara pulled up an impressive 60.6-kilogram moonfish also known as opah.

‘Snail mail’ lives up to its name

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Local, National

A customer relying on postal mail service to remain in touch with families in Rarotonga has raised concerns over delays in mail delivery.

St Joseph’s celebrate 125 years of dedication to education

Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, National

Several hundred people converged on St Joseph’s Cathedral on Thursday to honour the 125th birthday of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.

Apii Nikao tennis reps ready for debut

Thursday 15 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports

Apii Nikao tennis representatives in tomorrow’s schools tournament held their final training session with national tennis coach Malcolm Kajer on Tuesday.

LETTERS: Where are the alarm bells?

Thursday 15 July 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion

Letters for July 15, 2021