Midday Report for Tuesday 18 July 2017

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

12:26 PM.The New Zealand golfer Ryan Fox has broken into the world's top 100 for the first time, as he prepares for his second crack at the British Open. Audio

12:25 PM.The deadline is looming for feedback about allowing financial advice to be given by computers -- so called robo-advice. Audio

12:22 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Belinda Stanley at Craigs Investment Partners. Audio

12:20 PM.The sharemarket has edged higher into record territory this morning -- pushing through the 7700 level. Audio

12:17 PM.Inflation pressures have retreated with cheaper fuel prices offsetting more expensive household items such as food, power and rents. Audio

12:00 PM.There's a threat of legal action over the Port Hills fires. The police tasering of teenager was excessive and unjustified. Audio