AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection 2026: Campaign debate is sharpening over health care, with ACT promising $400 million for more GP appointments and New Zealand First backing a 12-month Christchurch commuter-rail trial. Ferris has declined to back Luxon, leaving his next move open if the left falls short. Trade: New Zealand’s free-trade deal with India takes effect on October 20, with tariffs on sheep meat dropping to zero and kiwifruit facing a 15% rate. Sport: The All Blacks beat Australia 43-21 to claim a 13th straight win over the Wallabies. The Silver Ferns opened the Constellation Cup with a win, while the White Ferns lost a tense T20 opener to Australia by two wickets. Golfer Daniel Hillier finished second at the India Championship. Health and hardship: A major review of the health system is under way as staffing shortages continue to disrupt care. A child-poverty update also warns that many families are struggling to afford nutritious food.
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