AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCommonwealth Games Glasgow: New Zealand’s campaign kept rolling as cyclists and weightlifters delivered, while the wider Oceania medal push continued with boxing and track highlights. Rugby Tour Buzz: The All Blacks landed in Cape Town to a huge reception ahead of their South Africa tests, with coach Dave Rennie stressing the tight schedule and the challenge of playing world champions at home. Cricket Ashes Talk: England’s Rob Key refused to rule out Ben Stokes returning for next year’s Ashes, saying “anything is possible,” after Stokes’ shock retirement and England’s Fleming/Root shake-up. North Korea Cyber Alert: The US and allies, including New Zealand, issued a joint warning about North Korean IT workers using false identities to fund weapons programmes. Cost of Living Mood: A new tracker says nearly half of New Zealanders are more cautious with spending, with stress and anxiety rising and optimism hitting record lows. Tech & Connectivity: Datagrid New Zealand signed for the Tasman Ring submarine cable linking Invercargill to Melbourne, aiming to boost resilience for the South Island. Aviation Appointments: Jetstar named Cath O’Brien as head of commercial New Zealand as it expands its local presence.
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