Articles by Utopia Support

Ponia slams 'rhetoric' on tuna

Thursday 7 August 2014 | Published in Environment

“Rhetoric” from non-governmental organisations isn’t helping manage the Pacific region’s tuna fishery, says Secretary Ben Ponia from the Ministry of Marine Resources.

Raw talent at college sevens

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in League

Raw talent and run-away tries were on display in yesterday’s under-15 College Sevens tournament.

New software to track Govt assets

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local

Staff at key agencies are learning to use a new piece of software that allows the Government to better manage assets like buildings, roads and airport facilities.

Govt contract details released

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local

A long list of contract awards has been made available to the public, providing information about Government procurement activities.

Australians awarded Raro water leak work

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Local

The project to assess the level of water leakage on private properties on Rarotonga is set to begin with the signing of a contract yesterday.

Kata: Bishop investigation

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Kata

Mouth care products for Palmerston

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Every child on the island of Palmerston will receive brand new toothbrushes and toothpaste when the sailing vessel Eastern Star visits in two days’ time.

Hawaii: Bracing for a double hit

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Regional

Typically tranquil Hawai’i is in for an outsized share of weather chaos later this week as two tropical systems seem poised for close approaches.

NZ: Tuvalu 'refugees' given residency

Wednesday 6 August 2014 | Published in Regional

A Tuvalu family has been granted New Zealand residency after claiming they would be affected by climate change if they returned home.

Te Maeva Nui had its shortcomings

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Now that the Maeva Nui Constitution Celebrations are over, it really is important that Government and the organisers take serious note about many shortcomings of our celebrations.

Culture no excuse for lack of planning

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I read the response to a call for professionalism in the Te Maeva Nui parade and basic efficiency and courtesy to the people who had come to watch a display of the Cook Islands culture.

Fisheries treaty to help surveillance

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Local

A treaty which came into force last week will help the Cook Islands monitor and control illegal fishing activities in its vast ocean area, says the Ministry of Marine Resources.

Brown discusses fisheries at forum

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Local

Day two of the Pacific Leaders Forum in Palau began with a healthy early morning walk with the President of Palau and other leaders. Minister Brown stretched his legs to highlight the growing impact of non communicable diseases on health and economic development in the Pacific.

Violent end to sevens 'shameful'

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in League

A violent end to Saturday’s Constitution Sevens overshadowed what was otherwise an impressive day of rugby sevens in Muri.

Reds crowned sevens champs

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in League

The Takuvaine Reds were crowned the CITC Constitution Sevens champions after six hours of play at the Ngatangiia field on Saturday afternoon.

Chance of better weather

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Weather

After a week of wet and cold weather, things look to be on the improve.

Election: Mangaia appeal could change result

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Politics

A court appeal on the eligibility of two electors in Tamarua will be decided by the end of the month, potentially flipping the final result.

Aitutaki sand mining an eyesore

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, We have recently returned from our second holiday in Aitutaki and have holidayed on many Pacific Islands in the past but Aitutaki is the only island we have wanted to return to, in fact we have booked again for two weeks in 2015.

College sevens on show today

Tuesday 5 August 2014 | Published in League

This week’s rugby spotlight will be on college athletes taking part in the CIPS under-15 College Sevens Tournament today at the Avatiu Swamp.

Kata: Gone fishing

Monday 4 August 2014 | Published in Kata