AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEconomy: Annual inflation eased to 3.7% in the September quarter, but rising fuel costs could push it higher again. Markets expect the Reserve Bank to raise the OCR next week. Climate & Safety: The Waiho River is changing course three to four years ahead of forecasts. Scientists warn of a potentially catastrophic risk to Franz Josef and are urging urgent government funding and planning for managed retreat. Health: Grace Hospital staff are set to strike over pay and living costs. Trade: The India–New Zealand free-trade agreement took effect on October 20, opening wider market access; the countries have also agreed to exchange electronic trade data. Courts: The High Court has ruled the ban on puberty blockers for young gender-diverse people unlawful. Cricket: The Black Caps opened their five-match T20 series against India in Christchurch, where new “Sonic” technology is being used to help umpires detect bat-ball contact.
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