AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWorld Cup & visas: FIFA’s World Cup is underway, but Iran’s squad is still stuck in visa limbo as Reuters reports Infantino failed to secure full access for Iranian federation members, while other teams face travel disruptions. Aotearoa culture: Hastings opens two new exhibitions spotlighting contemporary jewellery and Māori-led narratives, including Ahakoa He Iti and Ella Sutherland’s solo show. Equity debate: Educators and health experts push back on “equality” talk, arguing equity is about removing barriers so Māori and others can reach the same opportunities. Health tech: Napier GP-led tool Your Intelligent Health Assessment is being integrated to cut GP admin time and speed up patient reviews. Investment & energy: Invest New Zealand’s chief Robert Wall outlines a plan to target bigger foreign deals, pairing renewable energy with data centres. Sports farewell: Kane Williamson retires from international cricket mid-series, ending a 16-year run as NZ’s leading Test run-scorer. Protest & identity: Thousands march in Auckland against a gender definition bill, framing it as a threat to rainbow rights. Climate accountability: A UN-backed push supports an ICJ climate ruling that countries’ failure to act is a wrongful act, with reparations on the table.
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