Articles by Utopia Support

Youth representative wanted

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Local

A young representative of the Cook Islands is invited to attend the 8th UNESCO Youth Forum starting October 29, as part of the 37th Session of the UNESCO General Conference, to be held in Paris, France.

QR inauguration today

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Local

All systems are go for today’s grand inauguration ceremony for Queen’s Representative designate Tom Marsters.

More options for tertiary study

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Local

The Cook Islands Tertiary Training Institute (CITTI), under the Ministry of Education with New Zealand Aid Programme support, is increasing the range of tertiary options in the Cook Islands.

Toku Reo, Utuutu `Ia: My language, nurture it

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Cook Islander Thomas Tarurongo Wynne moved home in 2011 to take on his role as Tereora College’s guidance counsellor.

Kata - August 9, 2013

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Kata

Mauke celebrates Te Maeva Nui

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Outer Islands

There is only a small population on Mauke Island, but it didn’t deter everyone from enjoying their float parade to start off Te Maeva Nui celebrations on the island.

Pension portability improved

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Politics

The New Zealand government has announced a new policy to improve pension portability for New Zealanders looking to retire in the Cook Islands.

Arenikau take out Araura 7s tourney

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

Aitutaki enua turned their attention from the dance stage to the sports field on Wednesday for the Matson sevens tournament as part of the islands constitution celebration programme.

Women's social 7s rips into action

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

A great turnout of players was seen at the BCI Stadium on Wednesday afternoon for the first round of the women’s social sevens tournament.

Club 15s resume

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Rugby Union

Club rugby 15s returns this week and kicks off at the Titikaveka field today with the Bulls under 16 rugby team playing host to their Tupapa Panthers counterparts.

Leaving on a jet plane

Friday 9 August 2013 | Published in Smoke Signals

“It’s a real worry when a local FM radio station starts a text poll asking for opinions on why people are leaving the Cook Islands,” a smoke signaller writes.

Company qualifies for solar projects

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Environment

Two Japanese companies tendered for solar projects in three islands in the northern group, but only one meets the requirements.

Where are all the fish?

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Environment

The 6000 fish that were part of the Lagoon Day 2013 have all found different but appropriate final resting places.

More yachts expected

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

The revamped Avatiu Harbour is set to receive more yachts over winter.

Call to extend Te Reo in NZ schools

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

Cook Islands Language Week is currently being celebrated in New Zealand.

Planting perfection

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

Sir Frederick Goodwin made sure he would busy upon the official end of his fourth and final term as the Queen’s Representative.

Sir Frederick Goodwin reflects

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

To prepare for life after holding the highest level of office in the Cook Islands, Sir Frederick Goodwin planted a patch of paw paws.

Empowering women, one at a time

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

The community should create a safe environment for women in order for them to be able to seek justice.

Kwai waits for more cargo

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Local

Hawaiian shipping vessel Kwai will be at Avatiu Harbour until tomorrow, awaiting more cargo.

Tuku mai i te tuku'anga tika

Thursday 8 August 2013 | Published in Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, Manea tikai ta tatou Maire Maeva Nui i teia mataiti.