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Articles by Alana Musselle
‘No jab, no fly’ policy receives mixed response
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in National
Air New Zealand’s decision to ask customers to get ready for international travel by getting vaccinated has received a mixed reaction from Cook Islanders.
Concerns over ‘irresponsible behaviour’ on Rarotonga roads
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
More incidents of irresponsible behaviour on Rarotonga roads have prompted another reminder to motorists of responsible driving.
Murienua holds ‘Food and Garage Sale’
Thursday 7 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The opening day of the ‘Food and Garage Sale’ yesterday organised by the Murienua community proved a major hit with more produce and delicacies expected today and tomorrow.
Basketball season ends on a high
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
After eight weeks of growth and development in basketball with what started as a small committee of passionate basketball players - has resulted in a tightly knit group who are dedicated to continuing their slow and steady progress in developing the sport.
Autism Cook Islands gears up for busy term 4
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Autism Cook Islands spent last week wrapping up what had been a busy term 3 filled with activities. The organisation is already looking forward to what they will cover next term.
‘It’s about supporting, encouraging and developing young business women’
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Cook Islands Business and Professional Women Association (BPW) celebrates 30 years of supporting women in business this year with a thread of ongoing events to follow their anniversary celebrations including a charity fundraising gala and the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards.
Festival goers show support for breast cancer awareness
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Pink October kicked off to a great start yesterday in a joint effort between the Cook Islands Football Association and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation to host a ‘She Shines’ Football Festival at the CIFA Complex.
School celebrates gala day filled with fun and festivities
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Apii Te Uki Ou reflected on their huge success of a Gala Day which took place on Thursday from 12pm-5pm. It was a blazing hot day full of fun for the students as they shared with the community a wide range of unique, fun-filled stalls and activities.
Traveling back in time ‘The people there are so laid back’
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Features
Rarotonga businesswoman Akisi Mussell shares her experience of how a six-day getaway to Mitiaro taught her about realising important priorities – through the minds and lifestyles of the local people.
Recognising the achievements of young emerging entrepreneurs
Saturday 2 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
A small lunch to celebrate the handful of talented and innovative women who have been nominated for the Emerging Entrepreneur Awards was held at The Cafe yesterday afternoon.
Showing their Mana Tiaki to keep the island clean
Friday 1 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The team at MOTU Villas have taken the initiative to spread a message of Mana Tiaki and encourage the public through a community outreach project to keep their communities clean and to preserve the natural beauty of the island they live on.
Eyes on the prize
Friday 1 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
The students at Apii Te Uki Ou hosted their iconic annual Gala Day yesterday, ever so energetic and eager to light up their school with fun and games even after participating in the inter-school Prince of Wales Athletics Day the day before.
Businesses question sustainability as Govt pays $4.1m in subsidies
Thursday 30 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
Businesses are again grateful for the second round of government wage subsidy support launched due to border closure and suspension of the quarantine free travel bubble with New Zealand in August. However they’re simultaneously doubtful of a future in reliance on government handouts, asking if they are economically sustainable.
Basketballers step closer to final leap
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The Avaiki Basketball Tournament saw a slamming night of semi-final games take place on Wednesday last week at the Papa’aroa Hall. Every team fought aggressively, desperate not to be eliminated and to make it into the top eight teams who will play at tonight’s finale of the basketball season.
‘Early detection can save your breast and your life’
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Health, National
Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation is looking forward to October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The organization has raised awareness for women’s breast cancer since it was founded in 2003 are is encouraging women to once again be breast aware and healthy, and for the rest of the community to come on board to raise awareness and funds.
Stage set for annual primary schools’ athletics meet
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Athletics, Sports
Schools around Rarotonga are gearing up for the annual Prince of Wales Athletics which will be held this afternoon and tomorrow at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Webinar on destination recovery and re-opening
Tuesday 28 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Economy, National
Cook Islands Tourism will take part in an informative webinar on destination recovery and re-opening tomorrow.
A balancing act to a healthier life
Saturday 25 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Features
One of the few teachers of yoga on Rarotonga is emphasising the many hidden benefits of the discipline and how it can help bring balance and longevity to one’s life.
Art’s journey from roadside trees to gallery
Saturday 25 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Many gathered to celebrate the success and talent of local, indigenous artists around Rarotonga at an art exhibit hosted by artistic godfather Mike Tavioni.
30 years of ‘impacting lives with positivity’
Friday 24 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Local, National
Virtues Cook Islands Incorporated celebrated 30 years of spreading kindness, inspiration, learning and healing yesterday. Just over ten members of the group celebrated their achievements over the years over tea and coffee in a breezy corner at The Cafe.
