AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoImmigration & Visas: Immigration New Zealand has published new Green List salary requirements, splitting roles into Tier 1 (direct path to residence) and Tier 2 (work-to-residence), with a default pay threshold of NZD $35/hour where no specific rate is listed. Auckland Transport: Thousands of Auckland public transport maps and signs are being updated ahead of the City Rail Link opening on September 13, including changes to train services and new underground stations at Te Waihorotiu and Karanga-a-Hape. Rugby Tourism Push: The Springboks vs All Blacks 1st Test at Ellis Park is set as a major drawcard for visitors, with guides on kickoff and free viewing options circulating as the rivalry tour gets underway. Rail Upgrade for Travellers: Wellington’s regional rail is set for a big shake-up with battery-electric Tūhono trains planned from 2029, aiming to boost frequencies on the Wairarapa and Manawatū lines. Safety & Travel Risk: An interim report says a near-fatal Akaroa tourist catamaran grounding was caused by contact with a known submerged hazard, after an approach from an unusual direction. Tourism Costs Abroad: Fiji is set to introduce a 5% levy on major tourism businesses from September 1, raising concerns it could hit Aussie holidaymakers’ pockets.
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