The magnificent finale of Miss Cook Islands 2017 concluded with the crowning of beautiful Alanna Smith. She will now represent the Cook Islands at Miss World 2017, scheduled to be held on 18th November 2017 in China.
At the same event, Mona Taio was declared as First Runner-Up who will compete at Miss Earth 2017, scheduled to be held on 4th November, 2017 in Philippines. Silas Tuaputa was declared as Second Runner-up who will compete at Miss International 2017 to be held on 14th November 2017 in Japan.
24 year old Alanna stays in Titikaveka, Cook Islands and has completed her graduation. She hits the gym regularly so as to get a fit body and healthy mind. Apart from modelling, she is also good at snorkelling and hiking.
Special awards were also given to the following contestants:
Social Media People's Choice - Alanna Smith
Miss Congeniality Contestants Choice - Teivanui Maui
Miss Photogenic - Georgia Short
Best in Swimwear - Alanna Smith
Pareu Wear - Alanna Smith
Miss Talent - Mona Taio
Rakei Wearable Arts - Silas Tuaputa
Pageant Interview - Alanna Smith
Te Reo Korero - Silas Tuaputa
Muumuu Gown - Heleina Strickland
Traditional Wear - Alanna Smith
Along with the title, the winner won a brand new Suzuki car, 'Avaiki Pearls' jewellery & other amazing prizes. She will also get the chance to travel around the world with Red Cross Cook Islands and the Cook Islands Tourism Corporation.