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Articles by Melina Etches
Te Kukupa II transfer officially signed off
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Te Kukupa II, the 15th Guardian-class Patrol Boat (GCPB), was gifted by the Australian Government to the Cook Islands at a certificate signing ceremony at shipbuilding group Austal’s shipyard in Henderson, Western Australia last week.
Learning valuable skills to look after their loved ones
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Remuera (Tua) Rangimokotua cares for his partner who is suffering from dementia.
Trader Jacks’ Jack Cooper passes away
Friday 3 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
One of the Cook Islands’ genuine characters, businessman Jack Cooper of the iconic Trader Jacks, the Avarua harbour waterfront bar and restaurant, passed away on Wednesday after a prolonged illness.
NZ teams claim top prizes
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
The visiting New Zealand teams claimed the top prizes in the inaugural Oceania Masters in Paradise Badminton 2022 tournament which concluded with the finals on Tuesday.
Raro taro ‘sold out’
Thursday 2 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National
The demand for home grown Cook Islands taro in New Zealand is high, with 900 kilogram of air freighted chilled taro selling out in two days.
Cooks cops get lessons from French sailors
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Rarotonga Criminal Investigation Bureau (CIB) Commander Detective Inspector Areumu Ingaua and police officers have experienced maritime drills on board the visiting French Navy patrol ship P675 Arago.
Inventory of performing arts traditions of Pukapuka/Nassau
Wednesday 1 June 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Documenting and recording an inventory of peu karioi (performing arts) in the Cook Islands, to pass on the knowledge and social practices of peu karioi from generation to generation, is imperative for preservation and for future access and awareness.
Raro car plunges into Avatiu stream
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
A Raro Cars rental vehicle has backed into the business’s neighbouring stream by accident on Monday afternoon.
‘It’s an ongoing problem … I’m tired of all the flooding’
Tuesday 31 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Weather
The heavy downpour yesterday morning caused severe flooding in Tikioki road, situated northeast of Titikaveka, blocking access to homes.
Dancers shine during Te Mire Ura competition
Monday 30 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Contestants in Te Mire Ura 2022 Experts, Masters and Expatriates sections performed to a full house of cheering and encouragement at the Rehab Nightclub on Friday night.
Returning dancers crowned Te Mire Ura champions
Monday 30 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
Te Mire Ura 2022 Expert dance champions Uirangi Bishop and Tupa Tupa returned to the dance floor after 11 years, proving they still have the skills, talent and pride for their culture, sweeping the first prize awards in their categories and claiming the esteemed titles.
Celebrating our treasures
Saturday 28 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Weekend
A film documentary on celebrated carver Mike Tavioni and his wife Awhitia has inspired a Cook Islands creative to rediscover her passion for storytelling.
Cook Islands lawyer opens new office
Saturday 28 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Business, National
Barrister and solicitor Michelle Tangimama, 33, is back home to serve.
Eileen Story confirmed as Cook Islands Party nominee for Mauke seat
Saturday 28 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Outer Islands
Eileen Story has been nominated and confirmed to stand as the Cook Islands Party candidate for Mauke in the upcoming general election.
Newcomer says she has ‘nothing to lose’
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Nikao resident Ngamau Mere Munokoa will be hoping to continue her family’s iconic political dynasty when she contests in the upcoming general election for the Democratic Party.
Stage set for regional tournament
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
Former badminton (senior) world champion Loke Poh Wong, who was recently elected the president of Badminton Oceania, will participate in the Oceania Masters in Paradise 2022 team tournament which starts this morning at the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Rarotonga welcomes first yacht since 2019
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
The Memo Glasgow yacht moored at Avatiu port yesterday, the first yacht to enter the port in over two years since the maritime borders were locked down in late 2019 due to Covid-19.
Dancers ready to strut their stuff at annual competition
Friday 27 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment, National
For a night of cultural entertaining extravaganza, watch 17 dancers showcase their skills on stage at Te Mire Ura Expatriates, Masters and Experts cultural dancing competition which kicks off tonight at Rehab Nightclub.
‘Chilled and peeled’ taro ready for export
Thursday 26 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
For the first time, “chilled and peeled” taro will be exported via airfreight from Rarotonga to New Zealand today.
Damage to new harbour tug boat
Wednesday 25 May 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Local, National
Exactly a month to the day of its arrival to the Cook Islands on April 3, the new Tiu Te Matangi tug boat has sustained damage to its starboard bow while parked at the Patrol Boat berth earlier this month.
