AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHealth & Safety: A new warning from ophthalmic surgery highlights how unlabeled syringes on sterile fields can lead to medication mix-ups with potentially permanent vision loss. Māori Language & Leadership: Veteran broadcaster Julian Wilcox has been appointed chair of Te Taura Whiri i te Reo Māori, taking over from Professor Rawinia Higgins. Pacific Culture & Identity: The Auckland Family History Expo is urging Pacific and Māori families to trace heritage beyond “just a family tree,” while the Mauke Recipe Book turns elders’ food knowledge and language into a lasting legacy. Arts & Screen: Footrot Flats: The Dog’s Tale is returning to cinemas for its 40th anniversary, and Johnnie Kapua has made waves as the first known Māori artist to compete on The Voice USA. Community Recognition: Pacific leaders, athletes, educators and advocates have received national honours at Government House Auckland. Digital Life & Policy: New Zealand’s cybersecurity agency says China is the most persistent state-backed cyber threat, targeting government and health/education tech. Climate & Trade: Climate activists are using New Zealand’s EU trade deal to challenge government climate and energy choices, raising the prospect of trade consequences. Sports & Culture: Counties Manukau keep the Ranfurly Shield after a 12-7 win, while the BNZ Breakers bounce back with an 88-72 victory.
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