AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCook Islands Māori Language Week: As the week winds down, Ātea editor Liam Rātana reflects on how reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani felt “free” in everyday Rarotonga life, while community leaders and linguists warn the language is at a critical point and urge families to reconnect without shame if they weren’t raised speaking it. Mangaian dialect revival: Educator Linda Zoll ran workshops highlighting Mangaian speech as a key thread in keeping Cook Islands Māori rich and alive for future generations. Diaspora push: In Aotearoa, Dr Ake Nicholas and others say only a small share of New Zealand-born Cook Islanders know the heritage language, so institutions and communities must make learning and speaking easier. Culture and youth debate: Te Maeva Nui 2026’s closing nights sparked both celebration and concern, with one writer questioning whether intense “boot camp” training is cultural pride or harm to young performers. Deep-sea discovery: NOAA’s Cook Islands ROV survey found large megalodon shark teeth on the seafloor, linking science, remote exploration, and education. Health through culture: A University of Otago PhD study explores whether warm lagoon bathing could support heart health for Cook Islands Māori, rooted in community knowledge. Sports—volleyball in Guam: Palau started strong at the Oceania Championships, beating the Cook Islands in women’s play, while Guam and Marshall Islands battled in tight matches.
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