AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCongo Ambush: Former NZ special forces soldier Justin Conaglen was among those killed in a September ambush on forces linked to Erik Prince’s Vectus Global, according to new reports. At least 20 people were killed or wounded; former UFC fighter Tim Kennedy was injured. Supermarket Expansion: New Zealand retailer Paddock to Pantry plans more than 20 stores over five years, aiming to create up to 1,000 jobs and bring competition to underserved communities. Bledisloe Cup: The All Blacks and Wallabies meet in the opening Test, with the match available free on Australia’s 9Now service. Wellington Retirement Living: Bupa plans a Whitby village with about 150 homes and a care facility; the first villas are expected in the second half of 2027. South Auckland Hospital: The Government has bought a $45 million Drury site for a future hospital. Canterbury Spaceport: A Tāwhaki proposal for up to 12 rocket launches a year at Kaitorete Spit is being assessed; a university expert says the proposed emissions would be small. Conservation: The black robin, once reduced to just five birds, has been named New Zealand’s Bird of the Year.
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