Articles by Utopia Support

Reusable nappies onto third child

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Environment

The mother and baby who featured in Lagoon Day’s reusable nappy infomercial is visiting again, two years on – and with another gorgeous baby to hug.

Mauke fuel subsidy needed, says MMR

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Local

Mauke fishers may need some form of fuel subsidy to make their industry viable, according to the Ministry of Marine Resources (MMR).

48 maire ei's go missing

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I am writing in hope that we can solve the mystery of the missing maire ei's shipment from Mitiaro.

Credit card surcharges illegal

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, An open letter to the managers of Westpac and ANZ banks.

OCI candidates hold 'wrap-up' in Mauke

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Politics

One Cook Islands supporters in Mauke and their Rarotongan counterparts gathered on Friday evening for a campaign “wrap-up” celebration for candidate Tungane (Nane) Williams.

O3b satellites successfully launched

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Technology

New global internet provider O3b Networks has successfully launched its next group of four satellites from the Space Center in French Guiana.

Election: Bitter battle likely in Atiu

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Jubilation over Rose Toki Brown’s victory over political veteran Norman George has quickly faded as allegations of bribery and treating begin to fly in the Atiuan constituency of Teenui-Mapumai.

Time to let go, and quietly

Monday 14 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Your editorial on the election results and the comment by defeated Demo candidate Norman George must not go unchallenged.

Airport transfer prices clarified

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I read with interest the letter in the CI News July 11from Larry Price regarding Raro Tours fares.

Pair aim to make solar affordable

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Environment

A new player has emerged in the local solar energy market, offering “self-funding” packages designed to be more affordable for everyday Cook Islanders.

Esther Honey raising funds for vehicle

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local

Hard-working volunteers at the Esther Honey Foundation are trying to raise about $8000 to buy a new vehicle – and made a healthy sum selling baked goods this week.

Final vote count to start Monday

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Election officials are set to begin their final count of results from last Wednesday’s election.

5th commandment: Look after yourself

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Church Talk

One of the advantages of being a church leader is one gets invitations to various events happening in the community.

Top stories online this week

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Local

Missed anything in the news this week? Stay up to date with this list of stories that sparked the most interest online.

Kata: Norman George

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Kata

Low voter turnout skewed by roll numbers?

Saturday 12 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Voter turnout in this week’s General Elections appears to be the lowest in recent memory, but one victorious candidate says the numbers may be misleading.

Election: Mixed reactions from candidates

Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Nerves, tears and smiles were all part of election night in the Cook Islands, as candidates huddled around radio and television sets while preliminary results were announced.

Parties quiet on possible coalition

Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Politics

Party leaders were tight-lipped about the formation of a possible coalition government after Wednesday’s general elections.

Manihiki breakfast on the menu

Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Local

Traditional Manihiki delicacies are being served up at Punanga Nui Market today, as part of a new tourism experience created by Pastor Ngarima George.

Fiji's sanitation behind some African countries

Friday 11 July 2014 | Published in Regional

The quality of water in Fiji is under scrutiny following surveys by international experts that show sanitation levels lagging behind countries on the African continent.