AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoPacific Rugby & Community: New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters says Moana Pasifika “can still be saved” as new potential backers emerge, while ruling out a direct government bailout and urging a sustainable business model after the club’s liquidation fears. Women’s Football & Inclusion: The Cook Islands women’s team beat Afghanistan United 1-0 and 3-0 in Auckland, in a landmark series tied to FIFA’s push to reopen international opportunities for Afghan women players. Local Sport Pathways: CIFA celebrates coach Jarves Aperau’s approval for an OFC C Licence, with more local coaches applying and an OFC A course also underway. Language & Identity: Columnist Thomas Wynne highlights urgent reo revitalisation gaps for tamariki, pointing to early childhood access shortfalls on Rarotonga and Aitutaki. Culture at the Market: “Taste of the Cook Islands” returns to Te Tapora Kai at Punanga Nui Market with local food, crafts, and cultural demos to draw visitors and boost vendors. Paddling to Tahiti: Cook Islands va’a paddlers head to Te Aito Tahiti for youth and open races, led by singles contenders including world champion Reuben Dearlove. Environmental Arts: Waihī Beach School pupils turn discarded waste into fish sculptures to raise awareness of Pacific marine plastic pollution. Governance Skills: A Legal Policy Development Course brings Cook Islands officials and private lawyers together to strengthen law and policy design capability.
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