AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoSecurity & Space: NZSIS says it disrupted a China-linked attempt to install intelligence-capable ground space equipment in New Zealand, warning further tries are likely. Health Tech: Waikato DHB will trial New Zealand’s first smartphone app for people recovering from alcohol or drug addiction, aiming to support relapse prevention alongside counselling. Local Heritage: Tasman District Council has confirmed Tākaka’s Pioneer Park as the future home for the Anaweka waka fragment, with a wharewaka facility now moving to consent and design steps. Sport (NZ): Dunedin is set to host a World Surf League Asia-Pacific qualifying event at St Clair Beach in March, with a surfing festival and Olympic-qualifying points on offer. Communications & Competition: The Commerce Commission says wholesale fibre competition still isn’t strong enough to deregulate key services, recommending regulation continue. Energy Debate: A fresh focus on New Zealand’s LNG vs renewables argument centres on whether an LNG import terminal should act as a “dry-year” safety net. World Watch: A 7.7 quake off Indonesia’s Flores triggered a tsunami warning that was later lifted, with casualties reported.
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