AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoOnline Safety Bill: New Zealand has introduced legislation to restrict under-16s from social media and “social AI companions,” with platforms expected to take “reasonable steps” to verify age and face major fines for non-compliance; Luxon named Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and Facebook as likely targets, while the bill’s enforcement details hinge on age estimation and regular child-safety risk assessments. Politics & coalition tension: Labour says it will back the bill to select committee, but Act and NZ First remain critical of how it’s been handled, as the government signals it may not get through Parliament before the election. Māori insurance gap: The Financial Markets Authority says Māori are nearly twice as likely as the general population to face insurance problems, citing affordability barriers and difficulties insuring whenua Māori and collectively owned land. Culture & community: Grey Lynn’s Gypsy Tea Room has closed after 20 years, with a packed send-off reflecting its role as an Auckland music and nightlife institution. Food & identity: Sāmoan chef Henry Onesemo is named NZ’s 2026 Chef of the Year for TALA, praised for bringing Sāmoan traditions to fine dining.
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