AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBreast Cancer Screening Boost: Te Marae Ora and the Cook Islands Breast Cancer Foundation have signed an MOU to co-fund Pa Enua women’s airfare to Rarotonga for mammograms, building on years of support and aiming for more certainty in the programme. Health Services Delivery: The Breast Screening Programme is underway at Rarotonga Hospital (20 July–7 August), with about 350 women already registered and plans to screen around 400, including follow-up assessments during the final week. Climate-Resilient Skills: MFEM and the Ministry of Education have signed a Green Climate Fund service agreement to train builders and inspectors on climate-resilient building codes via CITTI. Vessel Homecoming: The passenger and cargo ship Tuitui Moana has departed Nansha, Guangzhou, starting a 46-day delivery voyage to Rarotonga via Cebu, Lae and Suva. Coastal Erosion Watch: High swells are causing frequent erosion along the Muri–Titikaveka foreshore, with calls for a coordinated long-term coastal management plan. Te Maeva Nui Culture: Rehearsals are in full swing for Te Maeva Nui 2026, with cultural teams preparing for the float parade and international night. Commonwealth Games Spotlight: Team Cook Islands marched in Glasgow’s opening ceremony, with officials saying the team has settled in well and stood out in its outfits. Local Politics: First-time candidate Rota Williams is campaigning for Tupapa Maraerenga on community improvement, self-reliance and a stronger voice in Parliament.
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