Entertainment
Quarantine Quiz: Te Kukupa, Tinkerbell and Marumaru Atua
Tuesday 25 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
When the police launch Te Kukupa left Avatiu harbour, it made history. Do you know why? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Demigod Tangaroa
Monday 24 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
What names is the demigod Tangaroa known by, across the Pacific? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Finding space: Song of love Koe Anake goes global
Saturday 22 August 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
There are videos of girls dancing to his beats in Mexico. They’re listening in Nigeria too. One thing is certain, Cook Islander Emile Rima’s time in lockdown has not been wasted, recording new music. But, reports Rashneel Kumar, it’s good to be home now.
Quarantine Quiz: Marumaru Atua, CITC and the Pacific region
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
The vaka Marumaru Atua departs Rarotonga this weekend. Where is it bound? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Wage subsidy, Napoleon and the NZ election
Thursday 20 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Advance voting in New Zealand runs from October 3 to the new (postponed) election day, October 17. When can eligible NZers start voting at the High Commission in Rarotonga? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Dengue, Trump and the Arorangi Cowboys
Wednesday 19 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
How many cases of dengue have been reported in Cook Islands from January to August? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
'Music is everywhere' in Cook Islands – now singers can win $1000
Tuesday 18 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
Competition is heating up for the big karaoke contest.
Quarantine Quiz: RaroGo, football and te Mira Ura
Monday 17 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Defending champions Tupapa Maraerenga played Matavera in round one Rarotonga Football Competition last week. What was the scoreline in the premier men’s match played between these two teams? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Dance comp ends with a bang!
Monday 17 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
Te Mire Ura 2020 dance competition draws to a close with new winners in the highly anticipated expatriate category.
Quarantine Quiz: Calvary, The Cold War, Mary Poppins and the national anthem
Saturday 15 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Who wrote the national anthem Te Atua Mou E? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Te Mire Ura finale: 'Just enjoy the night!'
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
Merle Pukerua was immersed in culture from very young; tonight, she showcases those dance skills on stage in the annual Te Mire Ura Rauti Pi Masters category.
Quarantine Quiz: Cook Islands Games, Opposition & Albert Henry
Friday 14 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
What was the name of the organisation that brought Albert Henry to the Cook Islands? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Calvary, Game Fishing and Satay sauce
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you know what is the lucrative first prize for Game Fishing Club’s first karaoke competition? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Masters competitor: 'Now I have to dance!'
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Entertainment
Mata Sunshine George wasn’t given a choice about participating in the Rauti Pi dance contest – his name was entered on his behalf.
Quarantine Quiz: Wage subsidy, Atupare marae and the National Auditorium
Thursday 13 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Deputy Prime Minister Mark Brown will be providing an update on the wage subsidy scheme in an upcoming public announcement. Do you know when will the announcement take place? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Rarotonga Club 15s competition
Tuesday 11 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Do you know who is the leading try scorer in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
Quarantine Quiz: Queen Elizabeth II, Scarface and Pa Ariki
Monday 10 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
Pa Ariki has gifted land in Turangi, across the back road from the Old Palace. Do you know for what purpose? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.
For the love of dancing
Friday 7 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment
The love and joy of dancing, puts a spark in the heart of Rebecca Ellis whenever she performs on stage.
Expat worker performs for the love of Cook Islands culture
Friday 7 August 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Entertainment
Marlon Marc Rebollos will be defending his Expatriate Dancer of the Year title at the Te Mire Ura event at the Rehab Night Club tonight.
Quarantine Quiz: Volleyball, a whale and a birthstone
Thursday 6 August 2020 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Entertainment
What was the marine mammal stranded on Pukapuka this week? Be a part of today's quiz to find out.