Culture
Battle for traditional titles disappoint Tou Ariki
Friday 2 July 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
President of the House of Ariki Kaumaiti Nui Tou Ariki has expressed his deep disappointment at the battles and double investitures of the same Ariki titles that have occurred recently.
Holiday recognises traditional leaders
Wednesday 30 June 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Ra O Te Ui Ariki (Ariki Day) public holiday will be observed this Friday.
Kapa haka for Te Maeva Nui
Thursday 17 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Culture, Local, National
New Zealand’s top kapa haka group will be performing at Te Maeva Nui celebrations this year.
Vaka sets sail on maiden voyage to the North
Thursday 17 June 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The traditional sound of the pu (conch shell), a double rainbow and a light soothing shower complimented the departure of vaka Marumaru Atua from Avarua wharf Wednesday morning.
Upcoming Vaka voyage aims to make history
Thursday 10 June 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Culture, National
An epic voyage with themes of cultural preservation, knowledge sharing, and environmental awareness will soon take the 17 brave crew members of Vaka Marumaru Atua to the islands of the Northern Pa Enua.
After crew vax, Vaka heads North
Saturday 5 June 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
To protect the people of the beautiful Pa Enua, Vaka Marumaru Atua’s voyage to the Northern Group has been delayed in order for the team to receive their full Covid-19 Pfizer vaccinations.
Expats, masters dancers put on impressive show
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Three top dancers retained their titles in the Mire Ura competition held on Saturday night at the Rehab Nightclub
Dancing for love of culture
Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
As usual, the Rauti Para Golden Oldies 60+ and Experts Dance Competition drew an impressive supportive crowd at the Rehab night club over the weekend.
Culture tour guide workshop focuses on Puaikura
Tuesday 18 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Culture, National
Tauranga Vananga Ministry of Culture and Cook Islands Tourism conducted their second round of cultural tour guide workshops last week as a part of their joint commitments outlined in their five year Memorandum of Understanding.
Champion dancing for pride and passion
Saturday 15 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The Mire Ura 2021 senior girls dance champion Ambushia Mateariki said she was dancing for ‘Pride’ and passion on Thursday night.
Who are we without our Maori language?
Wednesday 12 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Taputukura Mariri was honoured to receive a warrant of appointment to the Kopapa Reo Maori, the Maori Language Commission on Tuesday.
Our ‘forgotten’ wartime knitters honoured
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Cook Islands women whose knitting skills helped keep soldiers warm on the front lines during World War I and II have been honoured.
Our dancing ‘shows who we are’
Tuesday 11 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Heretini Tarau will step onto the stage alone for the first time to represent her home island of Rakahanga at the Mire Ura Senior Dance Competition tomorrow night.
Top line-up of Mire Ura Senior dancers
Thursday 6 May 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Carlos Bond from the islands of Aitutaki and Penrhyn is “a little nervous but very excited” to participate in the Mire Ura Senior dance competition, which has been postponed until next Wednesday.
Amazing dancers make judges’ work hard
Monday 3 May 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Culture, National
Nine talented dancers lit up the stage on Friday evening in the intermediate section of the National Dancer of the Year event.
Te Mire Ura dance comp starts Thursday
Wednesday 28 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The reigning 2020 Mire Ura junior boys champion Aporo William will return to the stage tomorrow night to defend his title.
Singing and dancing loud and proud
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The annual Rarotonga Schools Culture Festival on Wednesday night displayed passionate and inspiring performances from each group.
Students raise the roof for Cook Islands culture
Thursday 22 April 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Culture, National
The national sports arena was brought to life on Tuesday night with the dancing and singing of young Cook Islanders proudly showcasing their culture on the opening night at the Rarotonga Schools’ Culture Festival.
Schools culture festival starts tonight
Tuesday 20 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture
After weeks of rehearsals and late nights to complete costumes, the Rarotonga schools culture festival kicks off tonight at the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Covid ‘race’ brings cultural treasures
Wednesday 14 April 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
The latest volumes of Peu Maori books bring to light some of the legends of Cook Islands history and culture.
