Midday Report for Friday 6 September 2019

12:35 PM.Federated Farmer's National President says there's no doubt the Government's plans to improve water quality will significantly impact some farmers, but it needs time to work through the details. Audio

12:26 PM.Bob Carter has been appointed White Ferns coach through until the end of the 2021 Women's Cricket World Cup, which is being hosted in New Zealand. Audio

12:25 PM.The Commerce Commission is taking legal action against one of ANZ's businesses. Audio

12:25 PM.Wholesale trade is picking up, with a zero-point-8-percent increase in the June quarter, on the back of previous smaller rises. Audio

12:22 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Melika King of Craigs Investment Partners. Audio

12:20 PM.Board meetings of the future will increasingly become virtual affairs, as artificial intelligence reshapes reallity. Audio

12:19 PM.The country's largest bank expects the Reserve Bank to cut its benchmark interest rate close to zero as the outlook for economic growth and inflation deteroriates. Audio

12:17 PM.Fonterra has delayed the publication of its annual financial result, saying its auditors need more time to finalise its accounts. Audio

12:00 PM.The Northland rail line is set for a major upgrade. An expert says health authorities have lost control of the measles outbreak. Audio