AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEducation Reform: A Ministry of Education consultation on replacing NCEA found strong support for improving the senior secondary system, but many educators, students and families want it refined rather than scrapped. The government’s plan would roll in a foundation certificate for Year 11 (2028), a certificate for Year 12 (2029) and an advanced certificate for Year 13 (2030), with students studying five subjects and passing at least three. Niue in Sport: Niue is set to compete in the Oceania Rugby 7s Cup in Rotorua next month, with both men’s and women’s teams included and SVNS 3 qualification places on the line. Diplomacy: Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced five new postings, including Melanie Roberts as High Commissioner to Niue and Jon Johansson as Ambassador to Sweden. Pacific Energy: Sunergise won a SEANZ Trailblazer Award, citing a solar-plus-battery project on Niue aimed at reaching an 80% renewable target. Food Safety: Woolworths recalled a Multi Grain Cereal sold in New Zealand and exported to Niue after reports it may contain blue plastic pieces.
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