Midday Report for Wednesday 4 December 2019

12:00 PM.Pike River families welcome news that re-entry into the mine could be done safely. The death toll of Samoa's measles crisis hits 60. Audio

12:17 PM.The insurance sector is resigned to the fact that a shake-up of insurance contract law will cost it money but says it's happy to see the outdated legislation getting a refresh. Audio

12:19 PM.The forestry company Claymark has been placed in receivership and will likely be sold on, just months after it was set to be acquired. Audio

12:20 PM.Credit unions could soon face similar scrutiny as major banks and insurers have but they're warning tighter regulation could have an impact on the viability of their business. Audio

12:22 PM.Decades of disputes between the lines company Vector and the energy group Todd Corporation are now at an end. Audio

12:23 PM.The clothing retailer Hallenstein Glassons has seen increased sales in the lead up to Christmas, but says its margins remain under pressure. Audio

12:24 PM.For the latest from the markets we're joined by Mark Fowler of Hobson Wealth Partners. Audio

12:26 PM.The Australian cricket captain Tim Paine believes the importance of playing day-night tests far outweighs any issues with the pink ball. Audio

12:35 PM.The Ministry for Primary Industries says unregistered raw milk suppliers will be held to account for putting consumer health at risk. Audio