AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHantavirus fallout: The MV Hondius evacuees are now out of the ship and being moved through a tight quarantine chain—six passengers (including a New Zealander) landed in the Netherlands for initial isolation before repatriation to Perth, with Australia’s Bullsbrook “COVID-era” centre set to host them for weeks as health teams monitor for symptoms that can take time to show. Travel disruption: The trans-Tasman flight cuts debate is back in focus, with tourism operators warning fewer services can hit last-minute bookings. Auckland sport spotlight: ILCA sailing’s world championships are returning to Auckland ahead of the 2028 Olympics, bringing elite racing to Takapuna and Torbay. Local impacts: Christchurch’s Amber Park campground has been left to vandals while Kāinga Ora moves to scrap a housing plan. Business & points: Choice Privileges is running a summer bonus-points push (8,000 points for every two stays) and Metlink fares rise 3.1% from 15 May.
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