AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoDeep-Sea Mining Protest: Greenpeace activists have boarded the NZ research vessel Tangaroa in Wellington, arguing the state-owned ship is being used for commercial deep-sea mining linked to US plans and warning of irreversible marine damage. Pacific Climate Push: Pacific leaders used the UN General Assembly to stress sea-level rise and demand climate finance as grants, while Pacific editors pledged stronger reporting on climate loss and damage. Auckland Property Feud: A developer has won a $73m dispute and taken over an Auckland coastal estate after a family company collapse, returning a large Whēiti landholding to single control. Tourism & Hospitality: Two Northland hotels earned Michelin Keys, with operators citing “luxury that treads lightly” and standout guest experiences. Housing Watch: Otago rents jumped nearly 8% in a month to a median $700 a week, making it the country’s priciest rental market. Tech & Business: Salesforce says it will roll out Agentforce Contact Center globally next month, with Australia and New Zealand in November. Crime & Courts: A Waikato police officer who stole $68,000 from a pensioner has lost a bid for permanent name suppression.
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