AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHousing & Local Government: Fast-tracked housing developments can’t be paused under current law, Housing Minister Chris Bishop says, despite calls from mayors including Auckland and Queenstown. Grocery Prices: The Greens are pushing a bill to ban “excessive” supermarket pricing, with penalties up to $10m, as they argue Kiwis are still paying more at the checkout. Public Health: Health officials say it’s still not too late to get a 2026 flu vaccine, warning the season can run into early spring. Work & Cost of Living: New Zealand wage growth has dipped below zero as the cost-of-living gap widens for workers. Justice: Supreme Court has rejected John Butterfield’s bid for permanent name suppression after a 2021 drink-driving conviction. Defence & Security: NZDF is deploying naval and air assets in Indo-Pacific operations, including monitoring UNSC sanctions evasion. Business: JB Hi-Fi reports strong FY26 results, including growth in NZ sales and online trading. Sports: Black Ferns add Pip Love and Ariana Bayler for the Australia test after injuries ruled out Mo’omo’oga Palu and Tara Turner.
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