AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoPlastics Policy Push: The Cook Islands National Environment Service is backing a National Action Plan to tackle plastic pollution, aiming to cut waste entering landfill and the lagoon, strengthen recycling and recovery, and shift behaviour across government, schools, businesses and communities. Water Governance: Former PM Henry Puna has been appointed chair of Rarotonga’s water authority, To Tatou Vai, taking over after Brian Mason’s resignation, as the utility works toward safe, reliable and sustainable services. Weather Watch: A heavy swell and coastal inundation warning has been issued for the Cook Islands, with forecasts of 4–5 metre swells and impacts starting in the Southern Group before moving to the Northern Group. U19 Football: The Cook Islands opened their OFC U-19 qualifying campaign with a 4-1 win over Tonga, setting up a decisive showdown with Papua New Guinea for a spot at next year’s championship in Samoa. Sports Community: Jared Lutu, a South Auckland Special Olympics athlete of Cook Islands and Sāmoan heritage, is helping coach young people at Hauora Inclusion Day, promoting participation and confidence through modified sports. Northern Group Outreach: Punanga Turuturu Itivaine (PTI) completed a major outreach trip to Pukapuka, Rakahanga, Manihiki and Penrhyn.
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