Culture
Traditional master navigators lead mission to pass on the art of voyaging
Monday 5 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Traditional navigator Tua Pittman is back on the island taking a break from sailing around the world on Lindblad Expeditions – National Geographic cruise ships which deliver programmes in education, empower local artisans and protected wild areas.
Aotearoa Art Fair: A celebration of Pacific art
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Art, Culture, Features, National
There’s a particular moment when a decision is made to purchase a piece of art. It can begin with a glance, a connection between the viewer and the work that invites a closer look. It can develop over time, an emotion evoked by the image and its story. Then there is the decision itself, the joy in knowing that this piece of art will be present to view every day. Such are the moments that mark the Aotearoa Art Fair, writes Rachel Smith.
Renowned Tumu Korero passes away
Saturday 3 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Taunga, Tumu Korero, orator of Cook Islands language and culture, Taraeka George Paniani fondly known as “Captain Gee” on Radio Cook Islands, passed away on Thursday, December 1 at Rarotonga hospital.
Battle of the string bands: Six to compete for top prize
Friday 2 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
Six local bands will be vying for the top prize at the inaugural The Edgewater Resort and Spa String Band Competition tonight.
$0.5m budget for Gospel celebration
Thursday 1 December 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
The Arorangi Cook Islands Christian Church has started preparations for the 200-year commemoration of the arrival of the Gospel in July next year, setting a budget of just under half a million dollars.
Feminist forum looks at Pa Enua needs
Wednesday 30 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Local, National
Cook Islands Business Trade Investment Board (BTIB) is working closely with the Ministry of Agriculture to tap into the Pa Enua and encourage residents to plant certain crops.
Education needed to address the culture of domestic violence
Friday 25 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Culture, National
Education is needed to address the culture of domestic violence, says the coordinator of the newly-established men’s counselling service, Te Punanga Ora’anga Matutu (Te POM).
Young voyagers ready to put knowledge and skills into action
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National, Outer Islands
Vaka Marumaru Atua will set sail for Atiu on Wednesday, with many of the younger members onboard putting all their practice into action.
Mauke Soldier Search Mission a success
Wednesday 23 November 2022 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Culture, Local, National, Outer Islands
The burial sites of up to 23 Cook Islands World War I soldiers on the island of Mauke have been identified.
Defendant excused from appearing in court
Saturday 19 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Culture, National
A woman facing a theft as a servant charge has been excused from appearing in court as she is in New Zealand attending to her child at Starship Children’s Hospital.
Vaka to get makeover and new name
Friday 11 November 2022 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Culture, National
A vaka gifted to the Cook Islands is about to get a makeover and a new name.
Joseph family donates spectacular drum to Cook Islands National Museum
Thursday 10 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
A fascinating giant drum which measures four metres in circumference sits grandly in the Tauranga Vananga/Ministry of Culture Cook Islands National Museum.
Aliki Makirai Henry new Ariki for Pukapuka
Wednesday 9 November 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Pukapuka’s new Aliki Makirai Henry (Ariki) attended Te Ulu O Te Watu society Labour Day celebrations in Auckland, New Zealand earlier last week.
Are Ariki members agree to resolve traditional title disputes outside of court
Saturday 29 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The 51st Are Ariki (House of Ariki) Assembly closed yesterday with the attendance of Ui Ariki, Ui Mataiapo, Ui Rangatira, Putokotoko/Kauono and Aronga Mana and the Minister of House of Ariki, George (Maggie) Angene at the National Auditorium.
Warrants presented at Are Ariki Assembly
Friday 28 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local, National
The 51st Are Ariki (House of Ariki) Assembly opened with the recognition of official warrants which were presented by the King’s Representative Sir Tom Marsters to three Ariki on Monday.
Vaka Waa’Qab in Mangaia for cultural study
Thursday 27 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
Vaka Okeanos Waa’Qab departed for the island of Mangaia on Tuesday morning with a team from Macquarie University, Australia.
Indigenous art exhibition attracts young, emerging and established artists
Friday 21 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, Local
Drawing strength from its first exhibition in 2021, this year’s Toki Indigenous artist exhibition ‘Kopu Tangata’ features local and international artists with a platform to project their own stories through art.
Te Kaveinga ki ʻAvaiki Nui
Tuesday 18 October 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, Opinion
Many people, places and items continue to sail through life comfortably with two or more names, with some names taking prominence over others depending on the time and context. The question is, could we also sail our nation under two different names? By Liam Kokaua.
Vaka to add training resources in revival of voyaging skills
Tuesday 18 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The blowing of the conch shell and drum beats from Temanavanui Drummers welcomed Vaka Motu Okeanos Waa’Qab into Avarua Harbour yesterday morning.
New Zealand Foreign Minister visits Gallery Tavioni and Vananga
Saturday 15 October 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Puati Mataiapo, George Ngapare welcomed New Zealand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Nanaia Mahuta to the Gallery Tavioni and Vananga on Thursday, with a traditional turou.
