AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFlood Resilience: Te Aitanga-a-Māhaki has withdrawn from a hearing on Te Karaka’s stopbank upgrade, accusing Gisborne District Council of lacking integrity in its dealings with the iwi. The flood-prone town was badly hit by Cyclone Gabrielle. Election 2026: Debate is sharpening over Labour’s airline pricing and refund plans, while a new poll points to gains for Labour and NZ First. Rugby: New Zealand Rugby has gone to the High Court to stop Papua New Guinea’s incoming NRL team using the name “Chiefs”. The dispute comes as the All Blacks prepare to host Australia at Eden Park; rookie Isaac Henry is named in the Wallabies midfield. Jobs and communities: Lawter plans to cease manufacturing at its Mount Maunganui plant by June, citing high energy costs, supply pressures and competition. Featherston’s new councillor, Peter Biggs, says he wants a clear long-term plan for the town. Climate and transport: A new report warns more people and properties may face flooding and landslides. Research also suggests cheap Chinese EVs could put pressure on used petrol-car values. Education: A former Whanganui teacher has been struck off over inappropriate conduct toward students.
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