AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCommonwealth Games (Tonga): Tonga’s Paula Monta won bronze in the men’s +100kg judo at Glasgow 2026, delivering the nation’s first Commonwealth medal since 2010 and carrying the flag at the closing ceremony. Netball (Tonga): Tonga’s Diamonds star Cara Koenen says it’s only a matter of time before Tonga becomes a netball powerhouse after the Tala beat Wales and Northern Ireland in their debut Games run. Coaching & sport (Tonga in NZ): Josiah Maama, of Tongan heritage, has joined the BNZ Breakers as assistant coach after an NBA Summer League stint with the San Antonio Spurs. Education (Māori & identity): Te Pāti Māori unveiled a Māori Education Authority plan, promising Māori-led decision-making, stronger kōhanga reo and mātauranga Māori across the curriculum. Work & livelihoods (RSE): A Tonga worker, Steven Piukala, shared how New Zealand’s RSE scheme helps fund small businesses back home. US travel rules (Tonga): The US made its refundable visa bond programme permanent, with Tonga listed among affected countries for certain B1/B2 visas. Culture on screen: A new documentary, Lomu, brings Jonah Lomu’s Tongan story to cinemas in September after a big premiere in Auckland. Sport development (Tonga): USA Football coaches will run flag football clinics in Tonga from 5–9 August ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut.
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