AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoElection and Business: BusinessNZ is urging the next government to avoid reversing reforms, saying policy uncertainty could deter investment as the economy heads into 2027. Auckland: Farro is opening its eighth store in Newmarket, creating 30 jobs, while newly released photos show extensive damage inside the historic Carrington Building, earmarked for a major housing development. Worker Protection: The Employment Court has ruled that charging migrants for jobs in New Zealand is illegal even when payments are made overseas, strengthening protections against exploitation. Whakaari: Volcanic alert levels have risen after ash emissions, but authorities say the activity is not expected to threaten the mainland. Power Supply: Genesis has switched on New Zealand’s first grid-scale battery at Huntly, with 200 MWh of storage to help manage electricity supply. Grocery Competition: Paddock to Pantry plans more than 20 stores over five years, aiming to serve communities with limited supermarket choice and create up to 1,000 jobs.
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