Culture
Tauta is Golden Ukulele nominee
Saturday 16 March 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
At the young age of 8, Aberahama Tauta picked up an ukulele and asked his father to teach him to play, now 19 years old he uses the same cherished musical instrument today.
CI bowl a Scots' favourite
Friday 22 February 2019 | Published in Culture
A wooden feast bowl said to have been from the Cook Islands is popular with visitors to the National Museum of Scotland.
Historic day for Palmerston
Thursday 14 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
“Today marks a historical day for our people and a better future for our descendants.
Gallery launches fine-art auction
Thursday 7 February 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Bergman Gallery is introducing a new project by the Print Room at Beachcomber Pearl Market.
Rebuilding an icon
Wednesday 6 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
A small team of hard-working volunteers are putting in a great deal of time and effort to rebuild Vaka Marumaru Atua in Auckland, New Zealand.
Composers contest being held tomorrow
Wednesday 6 February 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
There have been seven registrations confirmed for the anticipated Te Mire ‘Atu composers competition to be held tomorrow at the National Auditorium.
Big plans for newly-opened gallery
Tuesday 8 January 2019 | Published in Culture
Artist and writer Mike Tavioni has big plans for his Tavioni Gallery and Vananga at Atupa.
Eleven artists show work in themed event
Friday 4 January 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Eleven artists are set to take part in a local art exhibition tomorrow at the newly-built Tavioni Gallery and Vananga located on the back road at Atupa.
Tivaevae lessons from local experts
Friday 4 January 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Students from Carlton College in the US were given lessons on the intricate needle art of tivaevae on Monday this week.
Rare chance to view top class local costumes
Thursday 27 December 2018 | Published in Culture
The Rakei Tipuna - traditional costume exhibition now on show at the National Museum showcases three of the exceptional traditional costumes which featured in the 2018 Miss Cook Islands pageant.
New ukulele festival gets a $20,000 boost
Wednesday 28 November 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
A $20,000 donation from Bluesky has helped Rarotonga’s first ukulele festival get off the ground. The Golden Ukulele festival, to be held from March 16 to 21 next year, is setting out to showcase all the unique styles and sounds of the ukulele.
Tamaki project generates special vibe
Monday 5 November 2018 | Published in Culture
New Zealand's largest housing development project, aimed at building 7,500 homes across a part of Auckland known more for its troubles than its triumphs was feeling a very special tamure vibe on the weekend.
Carver's master plan for Atupa art gallery
Monday 5 November 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Culture
Master carver and artist Mike Tavioni has a long-term plan for his gallery – to make those who create fine works the main attractions in it.
A man on an art mission
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Sebastian Pakarati is a man on a mission. His mission is to preserve Polynesian folklore through art.
A special celebration of food
Monday 22 October 2018 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Each year, on October 16, the world celebrates food.
Marshall, Tangaroa to speak at art event
Monday 22 October 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture
Outgoing New Zealand high commissioner to the Cook Islands Peter Marshall will be one of the guest speakers at tonight’s MPA#1 exhibition at the Bergman Gallery.
Riding a new wave of Pacific art
Friday 19 October 2018 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Culture
Gallery owner and businessman Ben Bergman is a champion of modern Pacific art and is about to exhibit a new wave of artworks.
Eye-catching sculpture grabbing passers-by attention
Thursday 4 October 2018 | Written by Jaimie Keay | Published in Culture
A new sculpture at Royale Takitumu is catching the attention of tourists and locals alike.
Aitutaki tiki greets duchess
Friday 28 September 2018 | Published in Culture
In her first solo engagement since becoming a member of the royal family, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, attended a preview of the Royal Society’s Oceania exhibition in London.
Low-key artists new to the painting scene
Tuesday 25 September 2018 | Published in Culture
Husband and wife artists Ivon and Pania Lee are pretty low key with the work they do. Selling some at the Punanga Nui Market and also at the Little Red Gallery, they have only been painting to sell for about a year.
