Articles by Utopia Support

Let's hope political reform happens

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Some brief observations on the post-election landscape. I leave others to do the detailed analyses.

Smooth roads coming no time soon

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Local

Issues with an aged water reticulation system are putting road improvement plans for a portion of Rarotonga, including Avarua, on hold.

El Nino to blame for bad weather

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Weather

If you’ve been grumbling about the recent cool temperatures, endless rain and lack of sunshine, blame it on El Nino.

Lagoon Day today at Punanga Nui

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Environment

Two days of intense activity will take place at the Punanga Nui market over the next two days as the annual Lagoon Day gets underway.

Dogs, crime need collective response

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Local

As tourists flock to the Cook Islands in droves for a winter getaway, the local community is being called on to help keep crime and dog incidents to a minimum.

Election: Demos in the driver's seat

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Two seats are all that separates the Democratic Party and the Cook Islands Party after final results were released for six more constituencies yesterday.

Matavera not starting the petition war

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Today’s front page bold headline of a possible court battle in Matavera is nothing more than a thrill-seeking marketing forecast that purposely prey on imminent national disruptions that the media has traditionalised as occurring after every General Election.

Netball court request not sighted

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I write to correct an inaccuracy with a statement published in your Smokies regarding the “Two views on netball” and the matter of the netball grand finals held last weekend.

Kata: Chilly weather

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Kata

Election: CIP inches ahead of Demos

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Politics

New election results show the Cook Islands Party is slightly ahead of the rival Democratic Party.

Tech courses aimed at older beginners

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Technology

Those keen to delve into the world of modern technology are being invited to sign up for two new courses being run by the Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute.

Study reveals pre-historic Tongan empire

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Regional

A new study by Australian researchers has stated that Tonga was the only prehistoric state in Oceania to encompass an entire archipelago and extend its influence to other island groups.

Broadcasters study disaster reporting

Thursday 17 July 2014 | Published in Regional

Samoa’s Quality Broadcasting and the Samoa government are undergoing training this month to help develop a National Broadcasters’ Climate and Disaster Resilience Plan.

League star in demand

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in League

Aspiring Cook Islands rugby league star Tepai Moeroa has been named in the starting second row of the Parramatta Eels NRL team, alongside returning New South Wales State of Origin team superstar Jarryd Hayne.

Final battle in junior football

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Football

Junior five-a-side football teams will play out their final games today and victorious teams will be awarded with trophies and bragging rights.

Smokies: Time for a new face in Atiu

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Smoke Signals

Bring it on, Stormin’ Norman! You have had your good times. Please let Rose Toki-Brown carry on her good deeds for her people.

Import more robust vehicles

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I would like to encourage our car dealers to bring into the Islands the kind of vehicles that can last longer.

Time to 'step up' for dance students

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Local

A thrilling blend of hip hop, ceroc, traditional Cook Islands dancing and a few Beyonce-inspired moves will light up Nikao Hall tonight.

What do you want to see from government?

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Politics

As the election results are gradually released, CINews asked our Facebook followers what they want to see the elected government focus on over the next four years.

No funding for e-waste day

Wednesday 16 July 2014 | Published in Environment

A lack of available funding means there will be no e-waste collection day this year, says the National Environment Service.