Culture
Aitutaki’s Tui Atiu re-create history on a spiritual journey
Tuesday 5 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands
This year the three Nga Pu Toru islands of Atiu (19 July), Mitiaro (21 July), Mauke (23 July), and Rarotonga on 25 July, celebrated their respective ‘Te Arikianga o te Evangelia’ Arrival of the Gospel 200 year celebrations.
Cook Islands culture takes centre stage at Gold Coast Bleach Festival
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
E pu, e pu ka Tangi. E Ka’ara! E pa’u!
Te Maeva Nui 2023: A celebration of ‘who we are and where we come from’
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Entertainment, Features, National
A small respectable crowd attended the official opening ceremony of Te Maeva Nui – the 58th Cook Islands Constitution Celebrations – which marks the beginning of week-long events at Te Are Karioi Nui (National Auditorium).
Puaikura pays tribute to Tinomana Enuarurutini Ariki and Papeiha
Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Culture, Features, National
Vaka Puaikura celebrated 200 years of Christianity Arrival to Arorangi with the unveiling of stone carved monuments and vibrant culture on Tuesday afternoon.
Papeiha descendants proud of Tahitian missionary’s legacy
Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Features, In Depth, National
Tinomana Tokerau Ariki e tana Tama Ū’ā te Kauariki Rangi and Ekalesia Arorangi e te Vaka Puaikura held a thanksgiving service and special monument unveiling at the Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church yesterday morning to celebrate the bicentennial arrival of Christianity.
Judge to rule on land case after DNA testing
Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Court, Culture, National
It was standing room only at the Panui High Court rehearing on Thursday in a matter that involved DNA testing to determine identity, and an application to revoke land succession orders.
Church renovation nearing completion
Tuesday 4 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Avarua (Cook Islands Christian Church) CICC Ziona Tapu is nearing the completion of an extensive renovation project that has breathed new life into the historic church.
Titikaveka’s CICC reopens in sun shining glory
Saturday 1 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Titikaveka Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Betela, stands tall once again in its renewed splendour, reopening its doors in the blaze of sun shining glory on Friday.
Titikaveka’s Betela Ready to Reopen
Thursday 29 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Culture, Features, National
The village of Titikaveka is excited as the Ekalesia’s Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Betela reopens its doors tomorrow, following months of detailed renovations.
New Zealand-based Cook Islands group promotes culture in Italy
Monday 26 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
In a captivating display of cultural exchange, the Cook Islands group Te Mana Māori from Aotearoa New Zealand embarked on a journey to Bergamo, Italy to showcase and share their heritage.
Rain brings blessings to the Arorangi CICC dedication
Saturday 24 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The renovated Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Ziona Tapu, gleaming with improvements and vibrant flowers, was ready to re-open in a special dedication ceremony on Thursday.
Archaeologists unearth rich heritage
Thursday 22 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Culture, Features, Local, National
Archaeologists visiting the Cook Islands have uncovered a formation of rocks at the Arai-Te-Tonga marae at Tupapa.
Avarua CICC holds tivaivai exhibition
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
In preparation for the 34th Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) General Assembly next month, the women of the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) showcased their tivaivai designs and products at the Takamoa Theological College Hall on Thursday.
Koutu Nui elects new executives, discuss key national issues
Saturday 17 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Four new members were sworn in at the Koutu Nui 2023 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday morning at Palmerston House.
Deputy PM Tapaitau to attend Samoa’s 60th/61st Independence Celebrations
Monday 29 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, Economy, National
Deputy Prime Minister Robert Tapaitau will represent the Government of the Cook Islands at Samoa’s 60th/61st Independence Celebrations to be held in Apia this week.
Culture head suspended
Monday 29 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Culture, Economy, National
Ministry of Cultural Development secretary Anthony Turua has been suspended pending an investigation by the Public Expenditure Review Committee (PERC). Turua has labelled his suspension ‘micromanaging’ and said it could have been dealt internally.
Ministry of Cultural Development addresses eligibility concerns
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Tauranga Vananga Ministry of Cultural Development has acknowledged and addressed the issues raised in regards to the acceptance of late registrations, overseas applications and eligibility criteria for the upcoming Te Mire Ura senior dance competition.
‘Sounds of the drum beats makes me want to get up and dance’
Wednesday 3 May 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Inspired by the theme “Te au Manu Puapinga o toku Matakeinanga/enua – The important animals and birds of my tribe/island”, Ngatupuna Kae has signed up for Te Mire Ura seniors competition to be held tomorrow night at the National Auditorium.
Turou for Ngāti Tūmatauenga
Thursday 27 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
On the Eve of Anzac, the biggest contingent of Ngāti Tumutauenga, the official Māori name of the Aotearoa New Zealand Army to Rarotonga were officially welcomed on Monday afternoon at the Cook Islands Returned Services Association (RSA).
Ten-year-old Boaza ready for debut in Te Mire Ura
Wednesday 26 April 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
For the first time, 10-year-old Boaza Manase Pukerua will be competing in Te Mire Ura 2023 cultural dance festival to be held tomorrow night.
