Midday Report for Tuesday 2 October 2018

12:35 PM.The Minister of Conservation says the number of Himalayan Tahr to be culled has been lowered, but long term, there should still be a serious reduction in numbers. Audio

12:26 PM.The Australian rugby league selector Laurie Daley says Greg Inglis needs to relinquish the Kangaroos captaincy after being nabbed drink driving and speeding just hours after being bestowed the honour.

12:23 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Melika King of Craig's Investment Partners. Audio

12:21 PM.Tradespeople and subcontractors caught by the collapse of Ebert Construction will be lucky to get back much more than 10 cents on every dollar they're owed. Audio

12:21 PM.Financial markets have rallied, businesses and politicians have breathed sighs of relief on the news that the United States and Canada have reached a deal to redraw the North American Free Trade… Read more Audio

12:19 PM.The Stock Exchange is being labelled a high spending, top heavy underperformer, which needs a major shakeup. Audio

12:17 PM.Business confidence has fallen further as firms continue to blame the government's economic management for the uncertainty, along with softer demand and weakening profits. Audio

12:00 PM.New Zealand is sending aid to earthquake-devastated Sulawesi. Worksafe says children should not be riding on tractors. Audio