AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoArts & Culture: Bangarra Dance Theatre has announced Sheltering, a new triple-bill touring nationally from May to July 2026, linking people, Country and intergenerational stories through works including Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys and Sheoak. Aviation & Gender: Air Rarotonga is set to welcome its first female pilot, Isabel Drollet Macdonald, after graduating with a Bachelor of Aviation from Massey University and entering talks with the airline. Cyber Safety: Samoa’s Prime Minister is urging churches, communities and government to unite against cyber abuse and illegal drugs as Cyber Week awareness kicks off, with Pacific Police Education Program Week also underway. Economy Watch: The World Bank warns Pacific growth is losing momentum, with fuel costs, weaker tourism and repeated shocks pushing 2026 growth likely below 3%. Education Under Attack: A major global cyber attack has disrupted universities and schools using Canvas during exam season, raising fresh concerns for education systems across the Pacific. Sports & Pride: Tonga’s 2031 Pacific Games hosting costs are under fresh scrutiny, with commentators pointing to ongoing maintenance strains at the National Sport Facility.
Note: AI summary from news headlines; neutral sources weighted more to help reduce bias in the result.