Midday Report for Tuesday 24 March 2015

12:35 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.Excitement in the Black Caps camp as their semi-final looms. Audio

12:24 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Angus Marks at First NZ Capital. Audio

12:21 PM.Xero has significantly updated its software, filling a gap in its product offering to include an inventory and online quote function and other sought-after features. Audio

12:20 PM.The chief executive of struggling coal miner, Bathurst Resources, has stepped down after seven years at the helm. Audio

12:19 PM.Mighty River Power says the closure of its gas-fired Southdown power station in Auckland will not affect its ability to supply power to its customers. Audio

12:17 PM.Kathmandu Holdings has reported a half-year loss following heavy end-of-season mark-downs and disappointing summer-holiday sales. Audio

12:00 PM.The covers are off at Eden Park as the Black Caps look to make Cricket World Cup history. Les Munro's war medals will remain in New Zealand. Audio