Articles by Utopia Support

Friesian bloodline in cattle stock

Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National

The cattle across Rarotonga are all ancestors of Friesian stock that was imported decades ago. In the 1980s a number of cattle were brought over from New Zealand, but no further importation has taken place since this time. Back in 2000, the livestock census undertaken by the Ministry of Agriculture had cattle numbers at 300, […]

A bull, a cow and a calf

Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National

Because of reader response, Rachel Smith and Matariki Wilson returned to the cow paddock to get more of the story about Teariki Fanovah and his cows. Buddy the bull is the first animal that Teariki Fanovaha was given to care for. The bull is one of three cattle that is up for sale to fund […]

Apprehended, not arrested

Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National

On Monday, Cook Islands News ran a story about two children being apprehended by police in regards to a burglary. The headline it ran under – “Children arrested for burglary” – was incorrect. Police commissioner Maara Tetava explains: “To arrest means taking their liberty away from them and having them locked up or bailed for […]

AUT increases local support

Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National

Auckland University of Technology (AUT) is stepping up its support for Cook Islands students. Education minister Teina Bishop and AUT vice-chancellor Derek McCormack will sign a memorandum of understanding at the university’s Manukau campus next Wednesday. The document will cement cooperation between AUT and the Cook Islands by promoting educational opportunities for Cook Islands government […]

Fishing boat delivers emergency fuel to Manihiki

Thursday 5 April 2012 | Published in National

An emergency supply of 4000 litres of fuel was successfully delivered to Manihiki over the weekend by one of the longline fishing vessels operating in the area, allowing the island to continue providing power electricity. The Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR) was notified by the Island Council that diesel supplies for the island’s power supply […]

Mangaian language goes digital

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in Local

The Mangaian language has gone digital. At the weekend a small delegation – comprising USP Cook Islands director Rod Dixon, Auckland University of Technology (AUT) professors Tania Ka’ai and John Moorfield and AUT student Tania Smith – travelled to Mangaia to formally launch a digital dictionary of the island’s dialect. On Friday Mangaia School hosted […]

Late payments delay Samoa ship

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in Local

A Samoan ship is expected to depart for the Cook Islands’ northern group today after late payments and bad weather delayed the ship last month. The vessel, part of the Samoan Shipping Company’s fleet, was originally due to set sail about March 22 but as of yesterday its first voyage to the Cook Islands as […]

Freight rates 'remarkably stable'

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I refer to my previous correspondence to Cook Islands News on the subject of Cook islands shipping services, which you kindly published in your March 30 edition. I have since read a lengthy letter from James Beer on the same topic, and published in your April 3 edition. With great respect to Mr […]

Personal ownership is a deadly spirit

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, May I submit a comment regarding MP Wilkie Rasmussen’s and Charles Little’s letters to the editor on the subject of Judicare Bill Laws of late. Their views are what they are, just views. It is impossible to believe that they and the government including the Law Society will solve the people’s problem for […]

Kata - April 4, 2012

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in Kata

New PE gear at Tereora

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Tereora College students are standing out at inter-college sports events in their brand new physical education uniforms launched at the start of the year. The uniforms branded with the college logo have been seen all over the island and not just on the backs of students. The sportswear, designed by college guidance counsellor Thomas Wynne […]

Squall burst speeds up vaka

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Marumaru Atua vaka crew Numangatini Mackenzie and Alexander Teariki Olah continue sharing the adventures of the crew as they sail from Galapgos to the Tuamotus in French Polynesia. This is from their most recent blog posting: It is Day 8 and we’re still journeying from Galapagos to Tuamotus. I continue where I left off from […]

Fiji's new envoy visits

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Fiji’s incoming roving ambassador, high commissioner and special envoy to the Pacific Islands countries – a title that includes the Cook Islands jurisdiction – will present her credentials to Queen’s Representative Sir Frederick Goodwin today. Litia Mawi is a career public servant with experience in senior positions within the government of Fiji since 1972 (Public […]

Schools showcase culture tonight

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Rarotonga school students will take centre stage tonight to showcase our vibrant Cook Islands culture at the annual Rarotonga schools cultural festival at the national auditorium. Thirteen schools and guest artists will entertain the crowds this evening with shows by both primary and secondary schools culture groups. Each school will sing and dance to the […]

Vroom to move in Aituaki

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Aitutaki Police staff were gifted with two off-road motorbikes recently. Pictured above are Aitutaki Police constable Kau Henry, sergeant Tukua Putu, and constable Alfred Marsters with their new bikes. Aitutakian cabinet minister Teina Bishop made the presentation in a reception which included all the Island Council members as well as the Mayor John Baxter plus […]

Hospital kids have got the goods

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

The kids in Rarotonga Hospital will again be keeping cool thanks to a handy community donation. The Rotary Club of Rarotonga donated a new fridge to the paediatrics ward of the hospital last month to replace the one that disappeared to the maternity ward about four months ago. Mousie Skews, a Rotarian who lives in […]

Applications due for New Zealand training awards

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

A chance for employees to develop practical workplace skills is on offer at the Department of National Human Resources Development. The New Zealand Aid Programme 2012 short-term training awards offer the opportunity for short term training attachments in New Zealand, in a range of areas. The award is given to those wishing to attend vocational […]

Feedback sought on social welfare policy

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

The Ministry of Internal Affairs continues to seek the community’s feedback on proposed changes to the country’s social welfare policy. Consultations were held last night at Sinai Hall, and the ministry intends to run another round in coming weeks. Details and dates will depend on venue availability and will be advertised accordingly. The proposed changes […]

Change in venue

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

The venue for the live music festival ‘Beach Day Out’ this Friday has been changed. Originally the event was scheduled to be held at the beach in front of a private residence opposite D Vent Sheet Metal. It will now be held at the Safari Tours beach 300 metres closer to town in Nikao. The […]

Cows shaping up

Wednesday 4 April 2012 | Published in National

Cows are taking shape in 13 different schools around Rarotonga, for the CITC and Anchor Cow Art Sculpture competition, which was launched last month. As part of CITC’s Go Green initiatives for 2012 and promoting the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink message throughout schools, CITC invited Rarotonga schools to take part in a competition sponsored […]