AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInterislander update: KiwiRail says the ferry Kaitaki returns to service on 26 September after major winter maintenance, including wet and dry dock work in Singapore to keep it safe and reliable for the busy summer season. Auckland rail: City Rail Link services are back after a power line disruption, with delays and cancellations reported during the outage. Air travel (NZ links): Qantas confirms nonstop Sydney–New York flights for mid-2028 under Project Sunrise, with new A350s and premium cabin upgrades previewed ahead of ticket sales. Border & visas: ACT leader David Seymour says he’d back a one-year visa-free trial for Sāmoa if conditions aren’t abused, while South Korea expands its Smart Entry Service to more countries including New Zealand. NZ–India trade: New Zealand’s High Commissioner says the India–NZ FTA will enter force on 20 October, with hopes for direct flights and stronger education ties. Tourism industry: Travel + Leisure reports a “strategic” New Zealand expansion, while QuayStreet announces governance and investment team appointments.
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