AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoAir travel boost for Aussies/NZ links: Etihad will add twice-daily Abu Dhabi–Sydney flights from 15 December, lifting capacity by 5,000+ seats weekly and improving onward connections to Australia and New Zealand via partners like Air New Zealand, Qantas and Jetstar. Whale strike at sea: A Melbourne couple on a sailing trip to New Zealand say a whale hit their yacht, forcing an emergency abandonment and a long wait for rescue by a container ship. Tourism awards spotlight: Plaza Premium Lounge Adelaide has won Oceania’s Leading Airport Lounge 2026 at the World Travel Awards, positioning the lounge as more than a stopover. Adventure/gear angle: AJ Hackett’s bungy explainer notes “bungy” is the NZ spelling, while “bungee” is the more common global form. Outdoor tech: NZ textile firm Nuyarn expands performance sock partnerships for running, cycling, hiking and hunting. NZ travel-adjacent services: Vitals, founded by NZ entrepreneur Charles Temple, is rolling out telehealth doctor consultations across Thailand. Consumer dispute watch: NZ’s IFSO reports record insurance dispute demand, with insurance making up 92% of accepted cases. Auckland voting access: Lifewise’s Merge Cafe is helping people without a fixed address enrol and get EasyVote cards ahead of October deadlines.
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