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Articles by Utopia Support
Renewing PM's pledge to oceans
Wednesday 31 October 2018 | Published in Environment
This week, Kevin Iro is representing the Cook Islands at the Our Ocean Conference in Indonesia, a meeting of prominent leaders, ocean advocates, scientists, businesspeople, funders, scientists, non-profit organisations, and advocates from all over the world.
Weather hits thanksgiving service
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Local
There were fewer people than usual at this year’s annual pre-cyclone season thanksgiving service at the National Auditorium on Sunday night – and the reason was the weather.
Weather puts skills to the test in Sevens
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Rugby Union
On a wet and cold Ngatangiia Field, the Yalovata, Manatoa and Phoenix teams competed in a series of matches in the second Steinlager Sevens tournament on Saturday.
Tupapa douses Puaikura push
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Football
Playing in heavy afternoon rain, the Tupapa Maraerenga premier men’s team defeated Puaikura 4-1 at Raemaru Park on Saturday.
Cemetery holds special memories
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I am writing regarding the Cook Islands News article headlined “Holiday hard work for Aussie couple,” about two people who spent their holiday repairing graves in Nikao cemetery.
Action against nurses brings 'moral outrage'
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, I read this week in the Cook Island News about the 14 members of the Cook Island Nursing Association being placed on suspension until further notice.
Protocol upset behind forum issue
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, On October 15 there was an official opening of the Nurses Forum at the National Auditorium.
Plenty of fallout from suspension episode
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, Regarding a story in CINews on October 23, headlined “Cook Islands nurses suspended”.
Celebrating the arrival of Christianity to the Cook Islands
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Local
Braving inclement weather, a large and enthusiastic crowd gathered at the Ngatangiia CICC Mission Ground on Friday to mark Gospel Day.
Chance to have a say on Marae Moana
Tuesday 30 October 2018 | Published in Environment
The tiny team working to give Marae Moana life is, until next week, inviting feedback from the public about what ocean-based activities need managing and how much.
Vaevae challenge for fitness and fun
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Published in Hot on the Rock
The 2018 Vaevae Revival walk, launched at the Punanga Nui market on Thursday afternoon, was a success, with a large number of people of all ages – not to mention the odd dog or three, turning up to participate in the first challenge for the year.
Suspension 'heavy-handed'
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, The avoidable suspension of the members of the Cook Islands Nursing Association (CINA) as reported in the Cook Islands News appears heavy-handed and leads one to assume the Secretary of Health acted under instructions.
Stone-throwing unwise: Glassie
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Published in Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor, In reply to a letter in CINews on October 24 paper by a cowardly political commentator, I want to make it clear that first, there is a marked difference between research findings and political activity.
Big battle at Raemaru Park
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Published in Football
Round 11 of the Van’s Premier Men’s division looks set to start off today with a cracker of a game when top-of-the-table Tupapa Maraerenga take on second-place Puaikura. With 9 points separating both teams the winner will secure a psychological victory heading into the last few rounds of the competition.
Four to battle for 7s crown
Saturday 27 October 2018 | Published in Rugby Union
Four teams will contest in the second Steinlager Sevens Tournament with six action-packed games in store for this afternoon at Ngatangiia Field.
Gospel Day focuses on southern islands
Thursday 25 October 2018 | Published in Outer Islands
It’s Gospel Day tomorrow and once again Cook Islanders all around the country will gather to celebrate this important national event.
Titikaveka set to battle Nikao in football
Thursday 25 October 2018 | Published in Football
The Islander Hotel senior women’s match will be the feature match of today’s round 11 fixture at the CIFA Complex.
It's official - QR to be knighted by Queen
Thursday 25 October 2018 | Published in Politics
It’s been possibly one of the worst-kept secrets on Rarotonga, but now it’s official: Queen’s Representative Tom Marsters is about to become a Knight of the British Empire.
Overseas refs back for Raro Sevens
Wednesday 24 October 2018 | Published in Rugby Union
A contingent of New Zealand referees will again return to Rarotonga to assist and provide workshops, training and refereeing skills at the Raro Rugby Sevens.
Football heads into round 11
Wednesday 24 October 2018 | Published in Football
The football season heads into round 11 today with teams battling it out in the popular Prime Foods under-8 and 11 mixed and DJ Gas U17 competition at the CIFA complex.