AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoNorthern Group Outreach: Punanga Turuturu Itivaine (PTI) wrapped up a major community outreach trip to Pukapuka, Rakahanga, Manihiki and Penrhyn, strengthening support links across the outer islands. Housing Pressure: In a letter to the editor, the long-term housing crisis is flagged as a growing concern as tourism-driven short-term rentals squeeze the rental market, even as visitor accommodation income helps some local households. Beach & Waste Watch: A baseline study on Cook Islands beach plastic pollution says it’s largely driven by tourism and community habits, prompting calls for targeted waste management and tighter collaboration. Local Food Tourism: Te Tapora Kai at Punanga Nui Market hosted a “Taste of the Cook Islands” pop-up with local dishes, live music and new vendors, aiming to boost market foot traffic for visitors and locals. Conservation & Predators: Te Ipukarea Society highlights feral cats threatening Rarotonga’s rare seabirds, with renewed focus on protecting nesting sites. Health on Rarotonga: New Zealand chiropractic interns return for free spinal health checks and holistic adjustments, with clinics based at Te Atukura Grounds in Avarua. Sport & Culture: Cook Islands paddlers head to Tahiti for Te Aito, while Cook Islands Rugby League Origin Series kicks off locally with new coaches and pathways for players.
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