AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFire & Safety: Wellington’s Thorndon Station has lost one of its two 32-metre aerial ladder trucks after it caught fire on Glenmore Street, leaving the region with only one high-ladder appliance “indefinitely.” Tourism & Travel Policy: New Zealand has published a list of 25 countries/territories whose citizens can transit through Auckland without a transit visa, but travellers still need an NZeTA. Visitor Levy Debate: Queenstown’s mayor is pushing for a bed tax despite National’s alternative plan to reset the international visitor levy by visitor nights. Accommodation & Hazards: Mauao landslide risk is prompting holiday parks to review natural hazard plans, with some tracks tipped to reopen for summer. Real Estate & Travel Demand: Invercargill is the fastest NZ market to sell homes (31 days on average), reflecting tight listings and strong buyer demand. Pacific Health & Tourism: Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency after a sharp rise in cases, raising concerns for the popular honeymoon destination. Motorsport Tourism: Wellington will host the Race of Champions at Hnry Stadium on Jan 9–10, with ticket pre-sales open. Culture & Events: Arrowtown’s creative arts scene is celebrating its 10th anniversary, while Queenstown’s Glenorchy Hotel is listed for sale, with Hollywood filming history.
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