AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoElection 2026: The race remains tight with no clear frontrunner ahead of the November 7 vote. National leader Christopher Luxon warned voters against “sleepwalking” into the election, while Labour is pitching cost-of-living relief as its top priority. Interest Rates: The Reserve Bank held the cash rate at 2.75% in a surprise decision, but its governor signalled a December hike is increasingly likely. The New Zealand dollar fell after the announcement. Health: Health NZ is considering subsidised HIV-prevention consultations, including free appointments for Māori and Pasifika people. The proposal has drawn criticism from ACT, which says services should be based on need. Education: A new programme to help schools identify and support gifted students is due to start in January, though researchers say it will depend on teachers being equipped to use the guidance. Sport: India sealed a 3-0 T20 series lead over the Black Caps in Wellington, chasing 199 in just 13.2 overs. New Zealand head into the fourth match without injured quicks Lockie Ferguson and Matt Henry. Rail: KiwiRail has absorbed billions in taxpayer funding, renewing questions about its long-term costs and returns.
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