AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTurama: Families gathered to clean and decorate loved ones’ graves for the November 1 remembrance tradition, which has grown beyond its Catholic roots into a treasured occasion across the Cook Islands. Cook Islands at the World Cup: The national team briefly led Australia before losing 66–6 in their final group match. Valentine Holmes represented his mother’s Mangaia heritage in a Cook Islands jersey, making the match especially meaningful for his family. Protecting heritage: A workshop has brought Puaikura’s traditional leaders together to explore safeguarding Maungaroa Valley, a sacred landscape containing settlement remains, ceremonial platforms and other traces of the community’s history. Youth handball: Cook Islands teams have arrived in Dakar as Oceania’s representatives in both beach handball competitions at the Youth Olympic Games, returning to the event after a 16-year break. Healthy schools: A mandatory policy taking effect in 2027 will restrict unhealthy canteen foods and set nutrition standards for schools.
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