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Te Mire Ura 2026 Reflects Growing Passion for Cook Islands Cultural Performance
Rarotonga, Cook Islands | The stage of Te Mire Ura 2026 came alive this year with the beating heart of Cook Islands culture, as dancers from across the island proudly carried forward the traditions, stories, rhythms, and mana of our people through dance. Hosted by...
Te Mire Ura 2026 Celebrates the National Dancer of the Year
MEDIA RELEASEFor Immediate Release Te Mire Ura 2026 Celebrates the National Dancer of the Year The Ministry of Cultural Development Cook Islands proudly presents Te Mire Ura 2026, the National Dancer of the Year Competition, a premier national event that celebrates...
Proud Sponsor of Christmas in the Park
Rotaract Christmas in the Park will take place on 17 December 2025, and the Ministry of Cultural Development is proud to confirm its sponsorship of this year’s event. The annual celebration brings families, youth, and the wider community together to enjoy the festive...
Tauranga Vananga Celebrates the Success of Te Maeva Nui 2025
Rarotonga, Cook Islands – The Ministry of Cultural Development (MOCD) proudly announces the successful conclusion of Te Maeva Nui 2025, the nation’s premier cultural festival held annually to commemorate Constitution Day. This year’s festival was a vibrant celebration...
Tauranga Vananga Presents Kia Orana Spirit Award to Pacific Resort
The Ministry of Cultural Development (Tauranga Vananga) proudly hosted the Air New Zealand Cook Islands Tourism Industry Council Awards 2025 at the Domes last night, bringing together leaders and innovators from across the tourism sector to celebrate excellence and...
Cook Islands Represents at MONDIACULT 2025 in Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain – 1 October 2025 The Ministry of Cultural Development (MOCD) is proud to have represented the Cook Islands at MONDIACULT 2025, the world’s largest global conference on culture, hosted this year in Barcelona, Spain. Secretary and Head of Ministry,...
Cook Islands Takes Leadership Role in Pacific Culture and Arts
The Cook Islands is proud to announce its role as Chair of both the Council of Pacific Culture and Arts and the Pacific Cultural Ministers Meeting, reinforcing its commitment to regional cultural leadership and cooperation. As part of this leadership, the Cook Islands...