Articles by Utopia Support

Demo's Toagate bill to 'erase debt'

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics

The Democratic Party intends to introduce a bill to Parliament that could alleviate the country of its debt to fuel company Toa Petroleum.

Turepu sets up ministerial office

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics

Cabinet ministers will be in-country this week as the government prepares for the upcoming announcement of a new Deputy Prime Minister.

Questioning our fisheries strategy

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Politics

Retired lawyer and amateur fisherman Reuben Tylor, has been a frequent critic of MMR on issues of overfishing as well as its failure to take a sound business approach in its dealings.

Fiery rugby in round 8

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

As the club rugby season inches towards the business end – all teams are sure to put on a fiery display of rugby prowess today.

Coaching for coaches on Aitutaki enua

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Football

Aitutaki football coaches are more knowledgeable about their role and how to deliver their coaching sessions thanks to a recent coaching course held on the outer island.

Festival fun in oire Arorangi

Saturday 17 August 2013 | Published in Football

There was plenty of laughter and smiles from the boys and girls that took part in the 6th Village Festival at Raemaru Park in Arorangi on Wednesday.

Stand ye in holy places

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Church Talk

A youth evening attended by youth 12 to 21 years, parents and leaders was held by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at the Arorangi LDS Chapel on Sunday July 14.

He ain't heavy, he's my brother

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Church Talk

‘He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother’ is a popular music ballad written by Bobby Scott and Bob Russell.

Pacific resources

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Local

Auckland, home to many Pacific Islanders and the largest Pacific city in Australasia, is inviting the general public to discover what Pacific Island resources are held on the Auckland Libraries Website and how to access them.

Serving up a healthy future

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Local

Youth migration in the Cook Islands context and the incentive behind it, were the main topics of discussion for the International Youth Day 2013.

Performance review a mockery

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I am sad to hear that Tupuna Rakanui was terminated as clerk of the House because of a performance review.

Kata - August 16, 2013

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Kata

Colagate gains exposure online

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Politics

A Facebook page which aims to spread information on the Colagate affair has generated more than 1000 likes.

Marsters settling into QR role

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Politics

After a week on the job, newly inaugurated Queen’s Representative Tom Marsters is settling into his new role.

'Game on' says Demo's man

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Politics

Democratic Party candidate James Beer formally submitted his nomination for the upcoming by-election in Murienua yesterday.

PM backs Tuariki, slams Demo leader

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Politics

Prime Minister Henry Puna has stepped forward to support Cook Islands Party candidate Kaota Tuariki in next month’s by-election in Murienua.

Eels end Cowboys 3 year reign

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

The Avatiu Eels under 16 rugby team snatched the Powerade Challenge trophy from holders the Arorangi Cowboys in an action packed and feisty game at Raemaru Park where the Eels won 20-12.

Debut teams seal the deal

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

More thrilling rippa rugby sevens games were the order of the day at the BCI Stadium on Wednesday night where the difference a week makes was highlighted.

PM 'doesn't care, never here'

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Smoke Signals

“I agree with comments made by the leader of the Opposition Wilkie Rasmussen on the non-stop travelling by the Prime Minister and his poor leadership of government,” a smoke signaller writes in response to Tuesday’s front page article ‘Call for PM to stand down’.

Software to help tsunami forecasting

Friday 16 August 2013 | Published in Technology

Cook Islands emergency stakeholders are better prepared for natural disasters after a three day training course.