Midday Report for Friday 10 March 2017

12:34 PM.News from the rural and farming sectors. Audio

12:26 PM.The New Zealand cricketers have lost two wickets in the opening session on day three of the first test against South Africa in Dunedin to be 210 for 5 still 98 runs behind on the first innings. Audio

12:25 PM.The Commerce Commission is delaying its decision on the proposed merger between media groups NZME and Fairfax New Zealand for a month. Audio

12:22 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Kate Tyro at Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

12:19 PM.More hotels need to be built to meet growing demand, especially in Auckland and Queenstown, or the tourism industry will suffer. Audio

12:17 PM.An economist says the outlook for retail spending is upbeat, despite a negative reading in the latest numbers. Audio

12:00 PM.Concerns over scrapping the home insulation scheme and a rest home caregiver is convicted and discharged for assault. Audio