AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoYouth & Language Revival: Kayla Moeareauri (Moe) pushes back on being labelled a “plastic Cook Islander” by using TikTok and Instagram to teach Te Reo Māori Kūki ‘Āirani, as UNESCO classifies the language as endangered. Democracy & Civic Voice: The Cook Islands National Youth Council launches a youth-led candidate dialogue series so young people can question election candidates and shape issues that affect their future. Immigration & Belonging: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration says the Permanent Residents Ceremony is not election-related, while columnist Thomas Wynne frames new PR arrivals as people who already support village life, work, and the visitor economy. Environment & Public Debate: Te Ipukarea Society calls for open discussion on deep-seabed mining during election season, arguing voters deserve clear positions on how it affects ocean, culture, and democracy. Education & Community Science: A Mauke initiative led by CIVS and Conservation International blends elders’ knowledge with citizen science for reef monitoring and place-based learning. Health Workforce: University of Auckland nursing teams deliver advanced training to Cook Islands nurses, strengthening local clinical capability. Culture in Sports: Cook Islands U18 women prepare for a historic debut at the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B in Bangkok, while local football sees Puaikura FC make OFC semi-finals. Local Lifestyle & Business: ADB backs Cook Islands fashion brand Manini Wear with growth capital to expand into Aitutaki and cut supply-chain emissions.
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