Articles by Utopia Support

Radiation drift well below danger levels

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Regional

FUKUSHIMA – How long did it take a radioactive plume to travel the waters of the Pacific from Fukushima, Japan, to the shores of North America?

Immigration policy set for revamp

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Politics

Transparency is the key to the future of the Cook Islands Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration, with new legislation and policies set to be implemented this year.

New skills make anything possible

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Local

Local Girl Guides who attended a special camp in Melbourne are inspired and ready to use their newfound skills back in the Cook Islands.

Flooding wreaks havoc on island's roads

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Weather

Road users are being warned to drive with care at numerous locations around Rarotonga where road repairs are being carried out.

Bishop a pawn in PM Puna's game?

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Corruption is in the news again, and we see Prime Minister Puna hinting significantly that the Bishop inquiry from 18 months ago is ‘unresolved’.

Time to get tougher on crims

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor In light of the recent burglaries and the regular reporting of petty crime on tourists and drunk and disorderly driving offenses, it seems the same 20 per cent of people are ruining the reputation of the 80 per cent who are good citizens.

Fund aims to help wider community

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Local

The New Zealand High Commission is inviting applications for activities funded through the Head of Mission Fund (HOMF) .

Letter to the Editor: Aching problem

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I wish to share my frustration with the Dental Service over the festive season.

Fitness tests for under 20 rugby

Thursday 8 January 2015 | Published in Rugby Union

To prepare for the April under 20 Oceania rugby tournament, local lads are being called to dust off their boots ready for this Saturday.

Strict rules regulate use of government vehicles

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Politics

Contrary to what some people appear to believe, public servants who drive Cook Islands government vehicles must abide by strict rules, says Public Service Commissioner Russell Thomas.

Childhood memories relived in Manihiki

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Outer Islands

Shared community kai, pearl meat (korori) and precious pearl harvesting and family reunions are just some of the activities families on the northern group island of Manihiki have been up over this festive season.

Weekend rain hits water intakes hard

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Weather

Water Works maintenance personnel have been hard at work since the weekend, repairing problems at water intakes around the island.

Now it's roadworks, by George!

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Politics

When Tupapa-Maraerenga MP George Maggie got fed up with waiting for repairs to be made on the rain-damaged road near his home, he decided to take matters into his own hands, got out his spade and did the work himself.

Rarotonga taxi fares 'outrageous'

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, The cost of taxi fares in Rarotonga is ridiculously expensive and a downright rip-off.

Neglect ruining tourism's jewel

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I share the concerns of letter writer Teariki in regard to the severe damage caused to properties and crops in the Muri tapere of Ngatangiia due to flooded streams and blocked culverts that resulted from heavy rainfall recently.

Market cornered

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I have recently just come back from Mitiaro for a holiday with family and friends.

Thanks for the great concert, Motone

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Big ups to Motone for the New Year’s Day concert. It was great day, but it just needed more food stalls or picnic people.

Kata: In the interest of Political Stability...

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Kata

Ship berthing calls for teamwork, skill - and faith

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Local

There was plenty of action at Avatiu harbour on Sunday evening when the fuel tanker Anatolia Pacific arrived to berth at the international terminal.

Smokies: Thanks for the great concert, Motone

Wednesday 7 January 2015 | Published in Smoke Signals

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