More Top Stories
Solar power battery repairs ‘could take up to 12 months’
15 April 2024
Cook Islands poised for highest Pacific growth
29 April 2024
Alleged rapist in remand
27 April 2024
Ex-DPM appeals ‘excessive sentence’, hearing date set
26 April 2024
Police shortage leads to drop in checkpoints
9 April 2024
Sarakura declared new Penrhyn MP
16 March 2024
Govt says $1.3m invested in Lady Samoa charter
22 February 2024
Mass milkfish die-off in Penrhyn raises concerns
3 April 2024
Regulator defends Starlink users
9 April 2024
Aitutaki’s heritage preserved in new anthology
4 January 2024
Avatiu Eels retain Nines title
8 January 2024
Beddoes crowned top athlete
8 January 2024
NRL player Dargan dies in Aitutaki motorcycle crash
24 December 2023
‘Please heed the signs’: resident makes plea to tourists
20 December 2023
Cook Islands set to play in new World Series
10 October 2023
Corruption report exposes ‘bribe and sexual favours’
17 January 2023
Corruption in the Cook Islands?
21 January 2023
Moana target 2025 World Cup
11 November 2022
Articles by Alana Musselle
Fireworks expected in rugby clash
Friday 16 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Swamp at Avatiu will see a range of talent on display today as it hosts the weekly rugby union club games. The big game of the day kicking off at 4pm will be between the reigning champions Tupapa Panthers and host Avatiu Nikao Eels. Alana Musselle reports.
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.
Putting energy into preparation and prevention
Thursday 15 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Seven police officers took part in a first aid and emergency response session where they were refreshed on the importance of quick responses in emergency situations and how they can save lives.
Dog and cat desexing clinic a combined effort
Wednesday 14 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu set up its first mobile community pet clinic in Murienua on Tuesday in an attempt to help control the increasing dog and cat population on Rarotonga.
Mobile community clinic for spaying dogs
Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Te Are Manu Vet Clinic are stepping in to play their part in controlling the dog population on Rarotonga with a mobile community clinic which they plan to take around the island.
‘Nasty surprise’ as vandals target vehicle in overnight incident
Tuesday 13 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Vandals targeted a vehicle in Avarua on Saturday leaving the owner out of pocket and with an unsightly mess to clean up.
Transforming lives through compassion
Monday 12 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Placing the focus on those who are denied by society is the vision of the independent Compassion Project Rarotonga organisation.
Reds return
Saturday 10 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Former champions Takuvaine is making a comeback in the domestic rugby union season after a lapse of two years.
An afternoon on the greens
Friday 9 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The teenagers of Autism Cook Islands spent their Thursday afternoon at the Rarotonga Bowling Club where they were able to show off their bowling skills and enjoy some fun in the soft afternoon sun.
LEGO therapy for building social skills
Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands’ LEGO Masters programme kicked off on Saturday and will run for the next six weeks.
Covid crisis brings Fijian community closer
Thursday 8 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
With the increasing number of Covid-19 cases in Fiji, anxiety amongst families watching from afar, including those residing in the Cook Islands, continue to grow. However, with strong support systems and a firm belief in God’s protection, the Fijian community of Rarotonga remain calm and trust that their loved ones will survive the pandemic.
Dengue cases drop on Rarotonga and Pa Enua
Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National
Cases of Dengue fever in Rarotonga and the Pa Enua have nearly flattened as public health officials get a leg up on the outbreak.
Every dollar needs a job
Wednesday 7 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A budgeting workshop held last week advised participants on how to stay on top of their personal finances, sort out money priorities, pay and understand debt, and find the right balance between spending and saving.
CISNOC promotes healthy lifestyle
Tuesday 6 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) hosted the MINIstry Games at the Avatiu Field on Thursday last week, where an excellent display of sportsmanship, friendship and Olympism was shown.
Piho’s big dream comes true
Monday 5 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Award winning photographer Charlotte Piho has been recognised and presented with the ‘Traveller’s Choice Best of the Best’ on TripAdvisor for her ever-popular turtle tours.
The sound of Cook Islands
Friday 2 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Maungaroa claimed the annual Tereora College string band competition held on Wednesday.
Reigning champs face tough start to 2021 union season
Thursday 1 July 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 2021 rugby union season will kick off this Saturday at Victoria Park with food, drinks and a full on day of rugby for all to enjoy.
Donations bring relief as temperatures drop
Wednesday 30 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National, Outer Islands
Aitutaki families in need have received a warm embrace from Rarotonga residents who have donated winter clothes to those less fortunate.
Aitutaki welcomes autism awareness
Tuesday 29 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands had a successful week last week, taking their ‘Getting to know Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Workshop’ over to Aitutaki and spreading further awareness within schools and members of the island community.
Hacking of trees senseless, says MP
Monday 28 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Environment, National
A hoard of trees around Rarotonga, removed carelessly in the past weeks has sparked anger and concern by many individuals around the island including some Members of Parliament.
