AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCyclone Preparedness: A tropical depression near Suwarrow was forecast to strengthen into a Category 1 cyclone, with a warning for Suwarrow and alerts for Palmerston and Aitutaki. Officials urged residents to prepare for damaging winds, heavy rain and dangerous swells. Women’s Health and Rights: Cook Islands representatives told a UN committee about progress and remaining challenges affecting women and girls, including health, safety and access to services in the Pa Enua and for people with disabilities. Eye Care: A new vision centre at Rarotonga Hospital will improve access to eye-care services and affordable glasses across the islands. Regional Health Planning: Cook Islands and SPC began consultations on a five-year partnership programme covering health, water, food systems and resilience. Mental Health: Te Kainga’s October outreach is raising awareness and connecting families affected by alcohol addiction with support and recovery services. Remote Island Care: A New Zealand Defence Force mission to Penrhyn delivered medical and dental services alongside infrastructure and water improvements.
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