AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPacific Fashion & Identity: Cook Islands model Meiya Lemafa and Sāmoan plus-size star Apaula Viliamu Tilialo walked New Zealand Fashion Week to push Pacific representation into mainstream runways. Women’s Sport: Oceania’s first Senior Women’s Handball Championship is underway in Wellington, with Cook Islands among the seven teams chasing qualification pathways. Football Pathways: In Honiara, Fiji’s Mini Kulas opened the OFC U-16 Women’s Championship with an 11-0 win over Cook Islands, while the Junior Kulas also suffered a heavy defeat—setting up a crucial next test for the Mini Kulas against New Zealand. Youth Development: CIFA confirmed its TDS U14 Girls Academy squad for New Zealand’s McCartney Tournament in Taupō, aiming to grow both football and personal confidence abroad. Culture & Faith: Jehovah’s Witnesses return to Rarotonga for the “Eternal Happiness” convention, with public talks and baptisms. Infrastructure & Debate: A US–NZ plan to upgrade Penrhyn/Tongareva port is drawing Greenpeace criticism over deep-sea mining fears. Community Learning: Gisborne Intermediate students spent a week in Rarotonga, taking part in lagoon time, weaving, umu cooking, and school exchanges. Coaching Milestone: Badminton Cook Islands celebrates Danny Simpson becoming the first local coach to complete BWF Level 2 training.
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