Articles by Utopia Support

Cabinet ministers accused of bribery

Saturday 26 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Two Cabinet Ministers from Prime Minister Henry Puna’s caretaker government are being accused of offering bribes to earn votes in the lead up to this month’s general elections.

Cart before the horse with water project

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, The main public road that circles Rarotonga is some 10 metres in width.

Let's celebrate freedom of choice

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Church Talk

It’s that time of the year where we celebrate our being self-governing for 49 years. This celebration compounded us more by just the recent snap election.

PM: Government 'back in business'

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Politics

An eager, recently-elected Cook Islands Party government is ready to continue governing the nation for a second term, says Prime Minister Henry Puna.

Aitutaki Harbour plan on hold

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Outer Islands

Any decision on a proposal to deepen and widen the Arutanga Harbour entrance in Aitutaki is on hold until the elections outcomes are confirmed.

Bribery allegations in Atiu petition

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Eight separate allegations of bribery, treating, and undue influence are laid out in court documents recently filed by defeated Atiu candidate Norman George.

Price battle good for consumers

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Local

A price war is beginning to develop between two major retailers on the island, and both agree the competition is good news for consumers.

Election: No date set for Mitiaro recount

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Officials with the Ministry of Justice have yet to set a date for a recount of votes in Mitiaro, which witnessed a tie in general elections held earlier this month.

Esther Honey to benefit from trivia

Friday 25 July 2014 | Published in Local

A trivia night is being held at Nu Vaima Bistro to help the Esther Honey Foundation Animal Clinic raise money to buy much-needed medical equipment.

A basic flaw in our electoral system

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I was interested to read John M Scott and Tim Tepaki’s views on political and economic reforms. In order to achieve either of the two reforms, we would need to correct the basic flaw in our electoral system.

Petition funds 'not CIP's business'

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Accusations that the Democratic Party has received a $100,000 donation from a wealthy foreigner to assist with their election-related legal costs were brushed aside yesterday by Party President Sean Willis.

One Cook Islands 'corrupting' CIP MPs

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Prime Minister Henry Puna has accused One Cook Islands leader Teina Bishop of trying to lure recently-elected Cook Islands Party MP’s into his fold as part of a coalition government.

Bible teaching hits airwaves

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Local

A new radio station has been launched in Rarotonga for those in the community who are keen to deepen their knowledge of the Bible.

Results show urgent need for reform

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I am a regular visitor to the Cook Islands and enjoy the country immensely.

Kata: Puna's flock

Thursday 24 July 2014 | Published in Kata

Te Mato Vai work resumes

Wednesday 23 July 2014 | Published in Local

Work has resumed after separate infractions forced the Te Mato Vai project manager to issue two stop-work orders to the Chinese Civil Engineering and Construction Company (CCECC) – a major contractor.

Flight fares under question

Wednesday 23 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, My wife and I want to go to Dunedin to spend Christmas with my daughter, then on to Auckland to see friends.

Ministries tackle livestock waste

Wednesday 23 July 2014 | Published in Environment

Four government ministries are joining forces to make sure livestock waste is managed properly and kept out of Rarotonga’s waterways.

Political reform needed: Rasmussen

Wednesday 23 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Results from this month’s general elections are once again highlighting the need for political reform, says Democratic Party leader Wilkie Rasmussen along with a number of observers.

Kata: CIP wins election majority

Wednesday 23 July 2014 | Published in Kata