Midday Report for Wednesday 13 August 2025

1:10 PM.In today's episode, New Zealand Embassy staff have made contact with a New Zealand woman being detained with her son at a U.S immigration facility; The local government minister has confirmed he'll be… Read more Audio

12:45 PM.We all know about high butter prices, but a Hastings pie maker says the soaring price of mince is adding to his struggles. John van den Berk from John's Bakery and Cafe spoke to Tuwhenuaroa… Read more Audio

12:42 PM.Green Party co-leader Chlöe Swarbrick has no plans to apologise for her remarks in the House on Tuesday. Political reporter Giles Dexter spoke to Tuwhenuaroa Natanahira. Audio

12:35 PM.Farmers have concerns around a possible overseas takeover of Alliance Group. Audio

12:28 PM.Another podium result for a kiwi athlete in Europe. Audio

12:19 PM.It's good news for ASB. Audio

12:16 PM.The local government minister has confirmed he'll be taking a paper to cabinet before Christmas with a proposed model to cap rates. Local Government New Zealand President and Selwyn mayor Sam… Read more Audio

12:11 PM.New Zealand Embassy staff have made contact with a New Zealand woman being detained with her son at a U.S immigration facility. Washington Federation of State Employees Union President Mike Yestramski… Read more Audio