AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndia–New Zealand Trade Deal: New Zealand has moved to implement the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, with the pact set to start on October 20—promising zero-duty access for Indian exports and new investment links between the two countries. School Holiday Travel: Air New Zealand is gearing up for a big school-holiday surge, expecting about 850,000 travellers, with Queenstown, Sydney and Rarotonga leading the pack. Energy & Climate: A new push for solar is reshaping the grid, with behind-the-meter solar hitting 1,000MW installed capacity by May 2026. Housing & Construction: Crane numbers are up but uneven, with recovery showing gaps even as the national count rises to 106. Charities Pay: A major survey finds New Zealand’s top charity bosses are receiving pay rises, with the biggest charities dominating the sector’s income and assets. Online Safety for Women: A regional initiative called Face Forward will offer real-time protection against online abuse for women considering political careers across NZ and the Pacific. Markets: The NZX 50 slipped as energy stocks dragged on the index, while investors watched global trade and AI themes.
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