Articles by Utopia Support

Tereora launches learning charter

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Local

Tereora College proudly launched the school’s new learning charter on Friday morning.

7s crew to train

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Local

There’s renewed enthusiasm in Cook Islands rugby sevens with newly appointed coach Chad Tuoro assembling a training squad of 24 players this week to prepare for a number of upcoming events.

Who is ripping off who?

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I read the letter by Rob Allen on August 15 headed “Ripped off in the Cooks”, which cannot go unanswered.

Making protecting the ocean a priority

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Being a nation of small islands with insufficient land to sustain at least the protein needs of our people, our ocean and lagoons are strategic assets to be cherished, nurtured and protected.

Kata - August 19, 2013

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Kata

Book donations for school's first library

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

An outer island school’s Facebook post requesting book donations for its first library has ignited a huge response.

Eels beat dominant Reds

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

A successful penalty kick in the 78th minute of the weekend’s main rugby match sealed the deal 13-12 for the Avatiu Eels over the dominant Takuvaine Reds.

America's Cup CI connection

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Smoke Signals

“What possible connection could there be between the America’s Cup – the holy grail of yachting – and the Cook Islands?” a smoke signaller asks.

More O3b satellites arrive

Monday 19 August 2013 | Published in Technology

The second set of O3b satellites have arrived at the launching site in French Guiana, bringing the Cooks one step closer to high-speed internet.

CITC praised for Lagoon Day support

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Environment

CITC was a major sponsor of Lagoon Day 2013 and the company has made a conscious effort to be environment friendly.

Local gains marine park knowledge

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Environment

A local youth got up close and personal with the marine park during a recent survey trip on research vessel Plan B.

Absolutely Fobulous!

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local

The Laughing Samoans are back in Raro with their latest show ‘Fobulous’ which opens at 7pm tonight at the National Auditorium.

Century-old wooden boat visits Raro

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local

An adventurous family travelling around the world in a century-old wooden sail boat recently stopped off in Rarotonga, one of many stops in a global journey of a lifetime.

Trio head to Nestle Toque D'or

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local

The prestigious Nestle Toque D’or being held in Auckland on Monday will see three of the finest culinary students from the Hospitality and Training Centre (HTTC) compete for top honours.

Parasite treatments in demand

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Local

A treatment programme for pets has shown a need for affordable parasite medication in the Cooks, says the executive director of South Pacific Animal Welfare (SPAW).

'It's about moving forward'

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, For several days now the Prime Minister has wasted his energy on slamming me as the Leader of the Opposition.

Release info on purse seining

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I read in CI News on Friday August 16 about the recent Tuna Commission Scientific Committee in Micronesia, and the concern that the fisheries scientists expressed about the state of our tuna stocks.

A money grab

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I agree with the Australians comment about the Cook Islands not recognising overseas driver’s licences.

Kata - August 17, 2013

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Kata

Rasmussen challenges Huanan

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics

Opposition leader Wilkie Rasmussen has asked a foreign fishing company to come clean on its dealings with government ministers and officials.