AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoStreaming & Media: Netflix is rolling out short-form video deals with major US publishers (including Variety, Conde Nast, Hearst and People) to subscribers in the US, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand from August 3. Online Safety & Community: RNZ reports online abusers targeted families at an Auckland rockpool education event, sparking threats and backlash against a marine learning group. Food & Hospitality: New Zealand’s Michelin era expands with Skills Institute partnering with the Culinary Institute of America for the CIA ProChef Certification pathway. Local Culture & Language: New Māori road names have been approved for social housing subdivisions in Ōpōtiki, including Pākōwhai Crescent and Ngāti Tū Lane. Sports & Respect: Wellington club rugby can resume next weekend after Wellington Rugby and referees reached an agreement following abuse that shut down matches. Economy & Housing: QV says home values dipped 0.4% nationally in the three months to end of June, with a widening regional divide. Matariki & Arts: Auckland’s Matariki Festival 2026 runs 4–19 July with 100+ free and low-cost events celebrating the Māori New Year.
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