AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEnergy Security: New Zealand has shortlisted two bidders for an LNG import facility, aiming to sign a preferred provider this year and have it operational in 2028—while the Government says it won’t be funded by a levy on power bills, instead pushing new obligations and winter reliability rules for electricity companies. Wellington Weather: Wellington’s south coast and Wairarapa are bracing for large swells, with MetService reporting waves already near 10m and urging residents to take necessary precautions as a State of Emergency is in place. Housing Market: QV reports average dwelling values rose 0.3% to $912,190 over the three months to May, with the market broadly stable but patchy. Sports (NZ-linked): England’s World Cup camp in Florida follows a 1-0 win over New Zealand, but captain Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson face an ECB probe after a nightclub incident and possible protocol breaches. Health Policy: Pharmac has temporarily rationed menopause hormone therapy supplies as demand rises, with doctors facing training gaps. Agritech: Virtual fencing is spreading in NZ, but vets warn regulation and oversight lag behind Australia.
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