AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoElection: New Zealand heads to the polls with the race too close to call. The latest survey puts Labour ahead of National, but neither bloc appears assured of a majority; the cost of living, healthcare and fuel prices dominate voter concerns, with Opportunity Party seen as a potential kingmaker. Severe Weather: Thunderstorms and torrential rain are hitting Auckland, with warnings of flash flooding and hazardous driving as election day approaches. Rugby League: Kalyn Ponga is set to return for the Kiwis’ World Cup semi-final against Tonga, whose captain Dallin Watene-Zelezniak once led New Zealand. Cricket: Devon Conway is out of the India ODI series with concussion. New Zealand trail 1-0 ahead of Saturday’s Wellington match, where more rain is forecast. Whale Stranding: Rescuers are battling to save dozens of pilot whales stranded on the coast; several have died. Māori Housing: A new report says move-on orders do nothing to solve homelessness and calls for secure housing as essential to health, dignity and safety.
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