Midday Report for Monday 13 November 2017

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

12:27 PM.The All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has leapt to the defence of Sonny Bill Williams, whose brain fade during the All Blacks Test win over France has set off another wave of anti-SBW sentiment. Audio

12:26 PM.Listed investor Precinct Properties is launching an offer of 75 million dollars of secured fixed rate seven-year bonds. Audio

12:23 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Brad Gordon at Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

12:22 PM.A retired business owner says investing in start-up companies is important to keep jobs and expertise in New Zealand. Audio

12:21 PM.The infrastructure investor, Infratil, is looking for new public transport policies to give its bus operation a boost. Audio

12:18 PM.The property fund manager, Augusta Capital's first half profit has been more than halved as it changes from being a straight property owner into a specialist investment and funds manager. Audio

12:16 PM.Casino operator SkyCity says revenue in the first four months of the year is slightly ahead of last year as its New Zealand operations continue to drive modest growth. Audio

12:00 PM.Police say the killer of a South Auckland woman was likely known to her and claims of dirty politics as Winston Peters' superannuation stoush goes to court. Audio