AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNational Security: NZSIS says China is the only large-scale espionage threat to Aotearoa, warning activity is set to intensify and pointing to a disrupted attempt to install intelligence-capable satellite-tracking equipment. Tech & AI: Wellington booksellers report suspicious overseas bulk orders for pre-1990 non-fiction, suspected of being used to train AI. Retail & Jobs: Kmart will open its biggest NZ store at Westgate on September 10, using a new “Plan C+” layout with front checkouts, 24/7 trading and 200+ jobs. Property & Housing: Tauranga Central apartment sales have slumped since 2018, with only six sold so far this year, while consent activity has slowed since 2021. Mental Health Trial: Waikato DHB will trial a smartphone app for alcohol/drug recovery support from late November. Culture & Sport: Dunedin gears up for a World Surf League event at St Clair and celebrates 20 years of Wearable Art. Local Business: Construction has started on a new 158-room Rydges hotel in Tauranga. Community: Tasman District Council has approved a wharewaka facility in Tākaka to house the Anaweka waka fragment.
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