AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoOn-the-job training for Cook Islands links: La Rose Noire Foundation signed an MOA with Swissôtel Clark to expand OJT for underprivileged youth in bread-and-pastry and barista programmes, with alumni already working across the Pacific including the Cook Islands. Health workforce boost: The University of Auckland’s School of Nursing delivered advanced clinical training to 15 Cook Islands nurses, building on six months of collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer to strengthen local capability. Hospital referral access widened: Te Marae Ora’s 2026 Patient Referral Policy expands eligibility for returning Cook Islanders, contract expatriate workers after six months, and PR certificate holders. Tourism and community spotlight: Rarotonga Beach Resort and Sanctuary Rarotonga-on the beach celebrated standout staff at annual awards, while a new Mauke initiative launched community-led education and citizen science with elders and students. Local business growth: ADB backed Cook Islands fashion brand Manini Wear with USD 130,000 to cut ocean freight emissions and expand retail into Aitutaki. Election and environment debate: Te Ipukarea Society urged open public discussion on deep-seabed mining ahead of elections, arguing voters deserve clear positions. Regional security pressure: Pacific civil society groups condemned China’s nuclear-capable missile test and warned against militarisation and nuclear threats across the Pacific.
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